Run the Chester Marathon

We are the Official Charity Partner of the Chester Series 2026. Enter the Chester Marathon for free by running for the Hospice of the Good Shepherd.

Sunday 11th October

Chester

Take on the Chester Marathon and do something amazing for your community

We’re proud to be the Official Charity Partner for the Chester Marathon and the Chester Series – and we’d love you on our team!

Whether you’re a seasoned runner or trying your first marathon, this is a brilliant way to set a goal, get active, and support a local cause that matters.

Why run for us?

Free Entry! No registration fee if you run for the hospice

You'll be supporting patients and families in your community

Our team will personally help you reach your fundraising target

Sign up today—it's free!

Register your interest for the Chester Metric Marathon by filling in the contact form.

We’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

“I never thought I’d be able to run a full marathon, but doing it for the hospice really gave me the motivation to train and push through. The sense of achievement – and knowing I’d helped people in our community made every step worth it.”

Charity Places for the Chester Series

As the Official Charity Partner of the Chester Series, we also have charity places available for the other races in series.

If you’re looking for a different run, or thinking of doing the triple, please click on the race that you’re interested in below to learn more or register for a charity place!

For additional information about the Chester Series, please see the Active Leisure Events website.

Get in touch

Our fundraising team are always here to help with any questions you have about the hospice or supporting us. If you’re curious about signing-up, but want to to speak to someone first, please don’t hesitate to contact us!