PHOENIX - Manchester - Wings of Remembrance 2026

We're very lucky to have been given permission to host our Remembrance Day 2026 event in Alexandra Park. This year, runners will get the much-requested and anticipated Lancaster Bomber medal. This medal is simply stunning!

At 11am, we will all pause for a 2min silence to mark this poignant day.

About Alexandra Park
Dating back to the 1860s, this stunning green space in North Manchester offers a challenging yet rewarding course that will test both your legs and your lungs. Fear not though - you'll get the full Phoenix Running experience, with fantastic support and a well-stocked aid station to keep you fuelled and hydrated every step of the way.

Course & Venue
Predominantly tarmac route within Alexandra Park
Road shoes suitable in all weather
Approx. 246 ft elevation per lap (spicy after a few laps!)
1 lap = 3.28 miles
Public toilets and cafe on site

Distances (run as many laps as you like)
Plot a Route GPS: https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3166409

Minimum distance: 1 lap is 3.28 miles
2 laps: Just over 10K - 492 ft elevation
4 laps: Half Marathon (13.1 miles) - 984 ft elevation
8 laps: Marathon (26.2 miles) - 1,968 ft elevation
9+ laps: Ultra distance

Complete as many laps as you fancy within the time limit.

Event Timings
Registration opens: 7:30am
Earliest start: 8:00am (Rock Up & Run option)
Official 7-hour window: 8:30am - 3:30pm
All runners must finish by 3:30pm
Bibs collected on the day

Parking
Free public car parks around Alexandra Park
On-road parking available on Queens Road and nearby streets
Approx. 20-30 free spaces at Alexandra Park Car Park (off Kings Road)
Please check parking restrictions to avoid fines

Toilets
Two sets of public toilets inside the park
Open approximately 8:00am - 4:00pm

Rules & Eligibility
Event held under TRA and UKA rules
Participants must be 18 years or over

Chosen charity: War Paws - Helping animals affected by war and conflict.