The Marathon Day York Social Run

FEB
26
2026
Join a friendly 6 hour timed social run around a scenic 5 km loop in York, where runners alternate clockwise and anticlockwise laps. Run, walk and chat with others, aim for a marathon if you like, enjoy refreshments and a memento.
Thu 26 Feb 2026
5 kilometers

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Event

The Marathon Day York Social Run takes place on 26 February 2026 at Hamilton Panther's Clubhouse, Knavesmire Road, York. It is a 6-hour timed event held on a 5 km loop that is entirely on paths. Runners use the loop in alternate laps clockwise and anticlockwise. The event is organised as a social run for people to run, walk and chat together; completing a marathon distance is optional. The event will be officially timed and results will be published. Everyone taking part will receive a memento. Refreshments, cake and food will be available at the clubhouse, and there will be an aid station, toilets and showers.

Practical information

Maximum entries are 73 and entries close on 19/02/2026. Minimum age is 17 years. Entry fees listed are Affiliated £26.00 and Unattached £28.00. Race numbers are collected at registration on the day. Organiser terms state no refunds; transfers and deferrals are allowed but only up to 7 days prior to the event. The marathon performance will count towards 100 marathons and miles will count towards the SYRY 100 mile club. Entries remaining at the time of the listing: 1. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
5k Loop