Yorkshire Marathon
The Lowdown
The Yorkshire Marathon is a flat, fast, one-lap marathon starting and finishing at the University of York. The route winds through York's historic city centre, passing the iconic York Minster before heading out into the quiet countryside of the Vale of York. Organised by Jane Tomlinson's Run For All, the not-for-profit events company founded in the legacy of the late Yorkshire cancer campaigner and endurance athlete, all event profits support the Jane Tomlinson Appeal and its partner charities. First run in 2013 (over 3,800 finishers), the marathon has been long sponsored by the Asda Foundation ("Asda Foundation Yorkshire Marathon") and for 2026 carries a new title sponsorship as the "Altra Yorkshire Marathon." Note: this York-based race is a separate Run For All event from the Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon (also organised by Run For All, held in Leeds in May in tribute to the late rugby league player and MND campaigner) — the two are sometimes confused because of shared branding and organiser. The Yorkshire 10 Mile and a Yorkshire Marathon Relay run alongside the full marathon on the same day.
Race Day
Weather Forecast
Elevation
Terrain Profile
Relatively flat course
Participants
Field Size
Large field
Crowd Rating
Spectator Support
Good crowd energy
York Minster
University of York (Heslington campus)
York city centre
Vale of York countryside
Other distances available during the event weekend:
University of York, Heslington, York
GB
Average rate for 3-star accommodations near the start line
Eligibility
- Minimum age 18 on race day
Required Documents
- Photo ID
- Race number/bib (posted ahead of race day)
Entry Methods
- Online registration via runforall.com / Active.com
- Guaranteed charity places via partner charities (fundraising pledge required)
Cancellation & Refund Policy
Review the official Run For All cancellation/deferral policy before registering; entries are generally non-refundable but may be deferrable in some circumstances
One-lap, predominantly flat course, popular for personal bests
Race organised by Jane Tomlinson's Run For All; all profits support the Jane Tomlinson Appeal
First held in 2013
Long-time title sponsor was the Asda Foundation; 2026 title sponsor is Altra
Distinct from the Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon, a separate Run For All race held in Leeds
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