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The 2012 Great Manchester Run

Use your determination

Join the Oxfam running team at this 10k race - part of the brilliant Great Run series.

Run to help change the lives of poor people. We'll be with you every step of the way.

Enter the Great Manchester Run

Rachel, a Team Oxfam runner

Race details

  • When: Sunday 20 May 2012
  • Location: Manchester
  • Distance: 10km

How to get a place in the 2012 Great Manchester Run

Enter the public ballot

You can already register to take part in the 2012 race at the Great Run website. Applications are on a first come first serve basis, so sign up fast to avoid disappointment.

Once you have secure your own place in the ballot we would love it for you to run for Oxfam.

Once you have your own place notify us and you'll receive your Oxfam running pack, along with all our support.

Supporting your run

We’ll be there every step of the way. Whether you run with us using one of our charity places or you use your own place, you can bank on:

  • An Oxfam running vest - in stand-out green with a space to write your name
  • A running pack - full of fantastic fundraising materials and advice
  • Regular advice - via our newsletters to help you with all your training, nutrition and fundraising
  • Running team support line - for any fundraising, race day and training queries
  • Timely email responses - for any questions you might have
  • Oxfam runners Facebook group - to share thoughts and advice
  • A dedicated support team - happy to help with anything you need
  • On the day support - as we cheer you on to the finish line

About the Bupa Great Manchester Run

When you take part in the Great Manchester Run, part of Bupa's Great Run series, you'll be running through the heart of one of Britain's most vibrant and historic city centres alongside 10,000 others in an inspiring and exciting event.

The 10km run starts in the city centre and weaves its way through the heart of Manchester. Along the route runners will pass the official 'Bands on the Run' who will entertain and motivate you.