All our 2027 charity places are now sold out
If you'd like to run for Headway UK in another event, please register your interest below.
The Adidas Manchester Marathon, the UK's second largest marathon and one of Europe's largest is an iconic event drawing participants from all over the world to the vibrant streets of Greater Manchester.
We pride ourselves in welcoming all to take on our 26.2 mile challenge, from some superb elite runners, to those who thought completing a marathon would never be possible. Many regular runners find this the ideal event to get a personal best time, whilst everybody finds the incredible Mancunian support throughout the course unforgettable.
How to get started with fundraising?
Create your own online fundraising page on the Headway - the brain injury association, Just Giving site and ask us for paper sponsorship forms.
Benefits of running with Team Headway
In return for your miles, we'll send you everything that you need to ensure a great marathon experience, before, during and after the event, including:
A personalised Headway running vest
A fundraising pack with useful hints and tips
Ongoing support from our dedicated fundraising team
Meet our Headway Heroes
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Archie Turner
Archie Turner was seventeen years’ old and enjoying a family Christmas holiday when he sustained a brain injury.
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Glen Hickman
A survivor who sustained multiple brain injuries following a serious cycling incident in 2021 has completed an extraordinary challenge of cycling the length of mainland Britain.
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Dave's story: relearning to walk
Dave shares his journey from hospital to walking again
More challenge events
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London Landmarks Half marathon
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Battersea Park Running Festival
Support our work
We need your help
Every 90 seconds, someone is admitted to a UK hospital with a brain injury. Your donation helps Headway UK provide specialist advice and support to brain injury survivors and their loved ones.
£9
could help fund a Headway Brain Injury Identity Card every month, giving brain injury survivors confidence in social situations and access to the right support.