The Macclesfield Running Festival is a road running event in Macclesfield, Cheshire, offering three distances — a 5 km, 10 km and Half Marathon — all on closed country roads that start and finish in historic Macclesfield before heading into the scenic Cheshire countryside. It’s hosted in collaboration with Macclesfield Harriers AC and attracts runners of all abilities in a lively autumn running festival atmosphere.

Key Details

Date & Time
Sunday, 18 October 2026 — typically start around 09:00 AM for the main races (official timing details released nearer the event).

Location
Macclesfield Leisure Centre, Priory Lane, Macclesfield SK10 4AF, England — all distances start and finish here before looping through Cheshire countryside roads.

Event Type
Road running — 5 km, 10 km and Half Marathon (chip‑timed).

Organiser
RunThrough UK in collaboration with Macclesfield Harriers Athletic Club.

Race Description
Participants enjoy fully road‑closed courses set on professionally measured loops. The 5 km is one lap, the 10 km is two laps, and the half marathon is typically four laps with an extra out‑and‑back section, all routed through picturesque Cheshire countryside with local spectator support. The event also features local live entertainment, aid stations and cheering spectators which add to the festival feel.

What’s Included

• Chip‑timed results for all finishers.

• Themed finisher’s medal.

• Aid stations on course and course marshals.

• Free official race photos available post‑event.

• Post‑race goodies and event village atmosphere.

Additional Information

• Minimum ages: typically 11 for 5 km, 15 for 10 km, and 17 for the half marathon (as per previous editions; confirm when entering).

• The event draws hundreds to a few thousand runners and is a highlight autumn race in Cheshire’s running calendar.

• The course is road closed, so runners benefit from a safer and more focussed racing environment.