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This is a challenging run following the Rochdale Canal through a mix of contrasting landscapes and histories. Oh, and think running on a canal is flat? Think again.

• 26.2 miles / 42.2km
• Ascent: 165m / 541ft
• Starts from: Towpath, off Tariff Street, 15 mins walk from stations

What you get with your entry:

• Challenge instructions and .gpx download
• Ten trees planted on completion
• Manchester Canalathon Medal

Track Your Progress with Skamper

Skamper provides you with the route guidance and tracks your progress.

• The clearest maps, designed specifically for runners
• Accurate target times based on previous runs
• Over 3500 other routes to explore and train on

Ten Trees Planted for your Run

As soon as you enter, Skamper commits to planting two trees. When you finish the Manchester Canalathon, Skamper commits to plant eight more. All trees are planted in partnership with EarthRuns Active for Earth. 

Earn Your Medal

Once you've completed the Manchester Canalathon, we'll send you a medal to celebrate your accomplishment. If you'd prefer, we'll plant an extra tree instead of sending you a medal.

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