Phoenix Running - Bury
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Event overview
Manchester - Burrs Bash takes place at Burrs Country Park, Bury (BL8 1DA) on Saturday 27 June 2026. The event supports The Sunnywood Project, a community organisation that promotes outdoor access and mental health. Entry fees are listed as £40 (affiliated) and £42 (unaffiliated). There is a medal-free entry option and a pick-your-own medal system; medals can be reserved in advance if available and may also be chosen on the day.
Course and logistics
The course is a lapped format on mostly hard-packed trail and riverside trail. Runners may complete as many laps as they like within a seven-hour time limit. Elevation is approximately 187 ft per 3.28 miles (5.3 km).
Distances:
- 3.28 miles (1 lap)
- 6.6 miles (2 laps)
- Half marathon (4 laps)
- Marathon (8 laps)
- Ultra (9 laps and over)
An all-day aid station will be available with food and drink options such as crisps, pretzels, cookies, bananas, squash, and water. Toilets and registration are at The Sunnywood Hub. There is mostly free public parking within Burrs Country Park. Distance restrictions apply to participants aged 20 or under under UK Athletics rules. An event briefing is sent to entrants before the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
