The Yorkshire Marathon festival takes place on Sunday 18 October, with more than 10,000 participants set to line up across the city and surrounding countryside. For supporters, the key message is simple: plan ahead and head for the designated viewing points if you want the best chance of seeing the runners go by.
Run For All, the organisation named after Jane Tomlinson, is delivering one of Yorkshire’s most eagerly anticipated sporting occasions. The event combines the Altra Yorkshire Marathon, the Yorkshire Marathon Relay and the Altra Yorkshire 10 Mile, with the route taking in York’s historic city centre as well as stretches beyond it.
Race starts at the University of York
The opening schedule is straightforward. The Altra Yorkshire Marathon and Yorkshire Marathon Relay begin at 9:30am from the University of York campus on Sunday 18 October. The Altra Yorkshire 10 Mile follows at 10:15am from the same start point.
That means there will be a busy morning around the University of York, with spectators advised to allow time to get into position. The race route then carries runners through the city centre and out into the surrounding countryside before they return to the finish.
Where to watch on the route
For those heading out to support runners, the best advice is to use the key viewing points along the course rather than trying to move around at the last minute. The event covers a large area, so spectators are being directed to the main locations identified for watching the race safely and clearly.
York Railway Station is one of the most practical reference points for anyone travelling into the city, while York Minster will also sit close to the heart of the action as runners pass through the historic centre. Other route areas linked to the event include Hull Road, Dunnington, Murton and Stamford Bridge.
The festival is more than a race day. Fundraising remains a central part of Run For All events, and the day is also tied to a wider network of charities and causes that benefit from participation and support. With over 10,000 people involved, Sunday’s marathon festival is set to be a major day for the city and for everyone lining the streets to cheer them on.
For runners and spectators alike, the focus is now on the same thing: a well-organised Sunday 18 October and a strong atmosphere from start to finish.
