Manchester Airport Duathlon
The Manchester Airport Duathlon, organised by McA Fitness, takes place on 23 August 2026 at the Airport Inn, Altrincham Road, Wilmslow, near the Cheshire village of Ashley and close to Manchester Airport. The event offers two distance options and includes a McA Series finisher medal, water and sweets at the finish line, and flexible payment options. The course is fully signposted and marshalled.
The run is an out and back route that passes through the runway tunnels and is described as flat and straightforward. The bike route uses quiet country lanes around Ashley, Mobberley and Wilmslow and is ridden anticlockwise. Transition areas and the mount and dismount lines are clearly marked; riders must wear a fastened helmet before touching their bike and should walk or jog bikes to and from the mount line. Registration includes a quick check and collection of race numbers. There is ample free parking at the hotel venue for participants; vehicle registration must be entered at reception. Spectators are welcome. The finish is at the start location and times are recorded automatically as athletes cross the line.
Sprint Distance starts at 9:00 am
Super Sprint Distance starts at 10:00 am
The event runs between 9:00 am and 12:00 pm, creating a great community feel with supporters and athletes cheering each other on all morning.
Our Super Sprint distance is designed for beginners who want to experience their first duathlon in a relaxed, supportive setting. The Sprint distance is ideal for those with a little more experience or anyone looking for an early-season race to sharpen their fitness and transitions.
Whether you’re chasing a PB or just want to try something new, this event promises a brilliant race-day experience for everyone.
Event Briefing
Arrival
Please arrive 30–45 minutes before your start time (9 am for Sprint, 10 am for Super Sprint). This gives you time to park, register, warm up, and get familiar with transition before the race begins. Our team will be on hand to answer questions and help you feel relaxed and ready.
Car Parking
There is ample free parking at the hotel venue. Normally this is pay and display, but as an event participant, parking is free — simply enter your vehicle registration number at hotel reception on the tablet provided. Please ensure you complete this step, as any unregistered vehicles may receive a parking fine that can only be appealed directly by the driver.
Registration
Bring your entry confirmation email so we can scan you in quickly. At registration, you’ll receive your race number, and we’ll carry out a quick helmet check. Once registered, head to transition to rack your bike and set up your running shoes, helmet and any nutrition or drinks you plan to use.
Transition Area
Transition is where you’ll keep your bike, running shoes and race essentials. Please keep bags or personal items in your car, as space in transition is limited. The area will be clearly marked and marshalled — if this is your first event, our team will happily guide you through the setup.
Spectators & Support
Spectators are strongly encouraged — there’s no better motivation than hearing friends, family and other athletes cheering you over the finish line! Bring your supporters along and enjoy the fantastic atmosphere — it’s a great morning out for everyone.
Race Start
The start line will be clearly marked and explained during the event briefing.
