Sun, 4 Oct 2026
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WaitlistChester Marathon Entry, Date & Race Guide
Chester, North West, UK
Waitlist
Beginner-friendlyPB-friendly
Next race
Sunday, 4 October 2026
Location
Chester, North West
Distance
Marathon
Surface
Road
Waitlist available
Entries for the 2026 Chester Marathon are currently on a waitlist.
Verified 7 July 2026
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Race overview
About Chester Marathon
The Chester Marathon is a highly regarded autumn road marathon and is often chosen by runners looking for a strong performance-focused race in the North West. It has built a strong reputation among club runners and first-time marathoners alike, with broad appeal for those targeting a fast and well-organised marathon. That combination of quality, timing and reputation makes it one of the more important UK autumn marathons to follow closely. RaceScan tracks entry status, key race details and updates for the Chester Marathon in one place.
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Is Chester Marathon 2026 entry open?
Entries for the 2026 Chester Marathon are currently on a waitlist.
When is Chester Marathon?
Chester Marathon takes place on Sunday, 4 October 2026.
How can you enter Chester Marathon?
Entry is currently available through waitlist.
What is the Chester Marathon course like?
The Chester Marathon is a highly regarded autumn road marathon and is often chosen by runners looking for a strong performance-focused race in the North West. It has built a strong reputation among club runners and first-time marathoners alike, with broad appeal for those targeting a fast and well-organised marathon.
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