Chester Marathon

Run Two Countries, One Incredible Marathon!
The Chester Marathon is the UK’s 6th largest and a 3-time winner of the UK’s Best Marathon award. It’s also the only marathon that crosses both England and Wales — offering a truly unique experience!

Enjoy a fast, scenic route through charming villages and beautiful countryside, backed by amazing local support and plenty of hydration stations. It’s a race you’ll never forget!

How we support you to become a running hero

We’re here for our runners every step of the way. As a Solving Kids' Cancer UK runner, you'll receive: 

• A Solving Kids’ Cancer UK running vest to wear with pride on the day 
• Regular e-newsletters with training and fundraising tips 
• Second to none support from the Events team, who are always on hand to answer any questions and support you 

Why we need you 

Every year, around 100 children in the UK are diagnosed with neuroblastoma, which is a rare and often deadly childhood cancer. The reality of neuroblastoma is heartbreaking: most of these children are under five years old, and for many, the cancer has already spread by the time they are diagnosed. This makes it one of the toughest paediatric cancers to treat. The aggressive treatments often come with lifelong side effects, leaving children with disabilities and health problems that last long after their cancer.

But there is hope and that's where you come in.

We are dedicated to helping children affected by neuroblastoma by funding potentially life-saving clinical research, providing hope and support to families, and raising awareness to drive positive change. 

By participating in our charity walk, you’re joining a community of people who want to make a difference for children and their families. You’ll be raising critical funds to advance clinical research that could save lives. You’re helping ensure that no family faces this journey alone, offering them the hope, information, and support they desperately need. And finally, you're advocating for change, because childhood cancer deserves more investment and more priority.

Find out more

If you have any questions or would like some more information, please don't hesitate to contact our Fundraising Team at Fundraising@solvingkidscancer.org.uk or call us on 020 3869 1128.