Great Manchester Run set to return in September

Entries are now open for the 2021 Great Manchester Run, which is scheduled to return to the city on Sunday 26 September.

Organisers are planning for the hugely popular event to be back this year, following the 2020 cancellation due to the impact of the Covid-19. The Great Manchester Run is the UK’s biggest 10k, and takes runners on an unforgettable 10k or half marathon journey through the streets of Manchester. Starting and finishing in the City Centre, the course incorporates a trip past Old Trafford and for those doing the half, the Etihad Stadium. The fully closed-road route, including the Mancunian Way, takes runners all the way back to the finish line on Deansgate.

Together with their partners the Great Run Company are working hard to deliver a Covid safe event for participants and the local community in 2021.

Paul Foster, Chief Executive of the Great Run Company said, “2020 was one of the toughest in memory, but the start of 2021 offers us a chance to get back on track. Our team has been working hard to put plans in place to deliver the Great Manchester Run in 2021.

“To keep runners and the local community safe, we’ll be introducing some new Covid-19 procedures. While the day might feel a little different, we hope that unbeatable feeling of crossing the finish line will be even more special this year.”

Nigel Gough, Operations Director at the Great Run Company explained, “This year’s event will be staged with the full support of all key stakeholders, follow the latest government guidance and be compliant to the latest government regulations.

“Our runners safety is always our top priority so we’ll continue to plan right up until the date of the event, and will stay in regular communication with our customers to let them know of any changes in the build up to the event.”

For more information visit the official page.

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