Greater Manchester 200 Ultra
The Greater Manchester 200 Mile Ultramarathon is a single-stage, continuous 200 mile race following the GM Ringway. The event is scheduled for 21–25 November 2026 in Greater Manchester.
Key facts:
- Course includes approximately 5,545 m of elevation.
- Limited to 150 places.
- Overall cut-off is 96 hours.
- Entry fee is £499.
- The race is licensed by the Trail Running Association and held under UK Athletics rules.
- ITRA and UTMB mountain performance index points are to be allocated.
The route includes 10 GB Ultras checkpoints that provide refreshments, hot food at some village hall locations and vegan and vegetarian options. Medical cover will be available at checkpoints.
Logistics include a start and finish venue at the Imperial War Museum North, and live online tracking via GB Race Tracker. Dropbags are permitted at CP3, CP5, CP8 and at the finish.
Entrants must be at least 20 years old and demonstrate a solid background in endurance or ultrarunning. Mandatory kit includes a GPS device, waterproof coat and trousers, power bank, water capacity, headtorch, backup light, whistle, survival bag and emergency food.
No pacers or support runners are permitted and supporter access is restricted.
Prizes: Top 25 finishers earn a Gold buckle, 26-50 finishers earn a Silver buckle, and 51+ finishers earn a Bronze buckle. Additional prizes for Top 3 Male and Top 3 Female finishers.
Race Route and GPX: The Greater Manchester Ultra 200 Mile race GPX is available for download on the official website.
Qualifying Criteria: Entrants must have a solid background of endurance/ultrarunning.
