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March Through March 2025

 Join the March Through March Challenge and walk 300,000 steps in March for the Hospice! 

👟 March through March sign up form.👟

What is March through March?

A month-long challenge to hit 300,000 steps (or you can set your own target)! There’s no need to be a fitness pro – this challenge lets you set your own new year’s fitness goals, all while making a positive impact on a community dealing with life-limiting illnesses. 🎇

Whether you’re a regular walker or just starting out, March through March is for everyone. Your challenge, your way – walk, run, or team up with friends, family or work colleagues. Spread those steps out over a month or jump ahead – it’s your choice!

 Why Participate?

🚶‍♂️🏃‍♀️ Fitness Boost: Embrace the 300,000-step challenge (or set your own target) to not only help improve your physical health but also work wonders for your mental wellbeing. By Marching through March, we promise that you will feel a great sense of accomplishment.

🤝 Community Spirit: Join a lively community of participants, sharing the journey towards better health and giving back to the community. Feel the uplifting spirit of the community as we stride, run, and walk together, creating a supportive network that makes the March through March challenge a shared, empowering experience.

🙌 Impactful Giving: Each step you take is a double win – benefiting your health and contributing to a noble cause. Every raised fund directly allows East Cheshire Hospice to continue to provide quality care and comfort to those in our community with a life limiting illness. So, let’s do your bit!

🎁 Free T-Shirt: As a thank you for joining the challenge, we will send you a complimentary challenge t-shirt to proudly wear as you embark on your new fitness goal.

 How can YOU get involved?

📲 Register: Sign up for March through March in aid of East Cheshire Hospice by completing the March through March sign up form.

💬 Spread the word: Share the March through March challenge with friends, family, colleagues, and neighbours to maximise your impact and encourage more participants to join. Don’t forget to use the hashtag #March4ECH and #marchthroughmarch in any social media posts!

🏅 Set your Goal: Whether you’re aiming for 300,000, setting your own target or aiming to go above and beyond, every step counts and contributes to our cause.

📝 Track your progress: Use our activity tracker (available to download below) to log and track your march count, throughout March!

💛 Fundraising: Encourage your friends and family to support your ‘March through March’ by making donations to East Cheshire Hospice. Your dedication to the challenge will inspire others to contribute and embark on their own fitness journey.

Great Manchester Run

The AJ Bell Great Manchester Run is the city’s original and best-loved running event – over 99% of runners say they’d recommend it to a friend. And in true Mancunian style, it’s a party from start to finish, with a high-energy soundtrack, live music and entertainment zones at every turn – plus, some of the loudest and most enthusiastic local support we’ve seen anywhere in the UK. However, it’s also a testament to the strength and generous spirit of this incredible city, with thousands of charity runners taking on the challenge of a 10k or half marathon each year to raise millions for charity.

Register for the Great Manchester Run 2025

Entries close May 2nd.

Charity places come at a cost to the charity, and sponsorship targets ensure we do not lose out on our investment and are able to raise as much as possible to support our vital work. We ask charity place runners to raise 75% of their sponsorship by the event date, with the remaining fundraising due six weeks after race day. Gift Aid is not included in your sponsorship target, and neither is your registration fee. Registration fees for charity places in events are non-refundable and non-transferrable. They cannot be transferred to someone else or deferred to the following year.

Delamere Forest Run

We are excited to present to you the RunThrough Trails Half Marathon and Marathon around Delamere forest!

Delamere Forest South-West of Manchester, is a shady oasis in the midst of the agricultural landscape of the Cheshire Plain, and an ideal setting for a trails race accessible for all.

Sections of the race will take you deep into the forest, around the Blakemere Moss, along the Sandstone Trail, and up Old Pale Hill for panoramic views of the Cheshire countryside. With stunning scenery and a team of enthusiastic marshals, the Delamere trail races are perfect for both seasoned athletes and first timers!

Register for Delamere Forest Run 2025

Entries close October 24th.

Charity places come at a cost to the charity, and sponsorship targets ensure we do not lose out on our investment and are able to raise as much as possible to support our vital work. We ask charity place runners to raise 75% of their sponsorship by the event date, with the remaining fundraising due six weeks after race day. Gift Aid is not included in your sponsorship target, and neither is your registration fee. Registration fees for charity places in events are non-refundable and non-transferrable. They cannot be transferred to someone else or deferred to the following year.

Inflatable 5K

Get ready to bounce your way through The World’s BIGGEST and most EPIC Inflatable Obstacle Course!

2.5k, 5k, 10k and 15k options are available.

This event is taking place at Clay House Farm, Knutsford (Cheshire) and it’s going to be BIGGER, BOUNCIER, and BETTER than ever before!

The excitement has been pumped up to the MAX, you’ll be jumping, sliding, and bouncing your way to the finish line like never before.

So grab your friends, lace up your trainers, and get ready for the ultimate inflatable adventure!

Register for the Inflatable 5K 2025

Entries close July 25th.

Charity places come at a cost to the charity, and sponsorship targets ensure we do not lose out on our investment and are able to raise as much as possible to support our vital work. We ask charity place runners to raise 75% of their sponsorship by the event date, with the remaining fundraising due six weeks after race day. Gift Aid is not included in your sponsorship target, and neither is your registration fee. Registration fees for charity places in events are non-refundable and non-transferrable. They cannot be transferred to someone else or deferred to the following year.

Essar Chester Half Marathon

The Chester Half is one of the UK’s longest established and most highly regarded half marathons, starting and finishing in the historic Roman/Medieval international destination city of Chester. Enter early to enjoy our discounted prices.

As runners ourselves we are passionate about delivering what for us would be the perfect race; a premier quality, competitively priced race that caters for the needs of runners of all abilities and speeds, combined with friendliness and personal touches which are unique to us.

The fast and largely flat city and rural race route will be run entirely on closed roads.

Register for the Essar Chester Half Marathon 2025

Entries close March 26th.

Charity places come at a cost to the charity, and sponsorship targets ensure we do not lose out on our investment and are able to raise as much as possible to support our vital work. We ask charity place runners to raise 75% of their sponsorship by the event date, with the remaining fundraising due six weeks after race day. Gift Aid is not included in your sponsorship target, and neither is your registration fee. Registration fees for charity places in events are non-refundable and non-transferrable. They cannot be transferred to someone else or deferred to the following year.

Run Heaton Park

This large park, just north of Manchester and home to a Grade 1 listed neoclassical 18th-century house, is the perfect setting for a fun day out. Running on the paths within Heaton Park, this race is a great opportunity for a chip timed personal best. There will be refreshments and a fantastic themed Heaton Park medal.

Register for Run Heaton Park

Entries close March 20th.

Charity places come at a cost to the charity, and sponsorship targets ensure we do not lose out on our investment and are able to raise as much as possible to support our vital work. We ask charity place runners to raise 75% of their sponsorship by the event date, with the remaining fundraising due six weeks after race day. Gift Aid is not included in your sponsorship target, and neither is your registration fee. Registration fees for charity places in events are non-refundable and non-transferrable. They cannot be transferred to someone else or deferred to the following year.

Run Alton Towers

Come and join us at the UK’s biggest Theme Park, Alton Towers for the 5k, 10k & Half Marathon event around the park.

Starting and finishing within Alton Towers Theme Park this is an event for the entire family. Open to all abilities, you can take on a chip timed 5k, 10k or Half Marathon to earn yourself a unique themed medal before enjoying the incredible rides at the park.

*FREE ride access after the race is included in your entry!

Register for Run Alton Towers 2025

Entries close November 3rd.

Charity places come at a cost to the charity, and sponsorship targets ensure we do not lose out on our investment and are able to raise as much as possible to support our vital work. We ask charity place runners to raise 75% of their sponsorship by the event date, with the remaining fundraising due six weeks after race day. Gift Aid is not included in your sponsorship target, and neither is your registration fee. Registration fees for charity places in events are non-refundable and non-transferrable. They cannot be transferred to someone else or deferred to the following year.

Run Alton Towers

Come and join us at the UK’s biggest Theme Park, Alton Towers for the 5k, 10k & Half Marathon event around the park.

Starting and finishing within Alton Towers Theme Park this is an event for the entire family. Open to all abilities, you can take on a chip timed 5k, 10k or Half Marathon to earn yourself a unique themed medal before enjoying the incredible rides at the park.

*FREE ride access after the race is included in your entry!

Register for Run Alton Towers 2025

Entries close November 3rd.

Charity places come at a cost to the charity, and sponsorship targets ensure we do not lose out on our investment and are able to raise as much as possible to support our vital work. We ask charity place runners to raise 75% of their sponsorship by the event date, with the remaining fundraising due six weeks after race day. Gift Aid is not included in your sponsorship target, and neither is your registration fee. Registration fees for charity places in events are non-refundable and non-transferrable. They cannot be transferred to someone else or deferred to the following year.

Starlight Walk 2025

Starlight Walk returns to Capesthorne Hall on Thursday 15th May 2025

Guided by Love, Lit by Memories: be a part of this special event remembering loved ones in the beautiful grounds of Capesthorne Hall in May 2025.

 

Starlight Walk is an opportunity for you, your family and friends to come together and walk a choice of a 2.5km loop, 2 loops for 5k or 4 loops for 10k through the beautiful grounds of Capesthorne Hall in memory of a loved one. The walk takes place at dusk and there will beautiful lighting, lanterns, fire pits, points of reflection and other features to enjoy along the way.

 

 

What to expect…

Our annual memory walk is an opportunity to come together and remember loved ones in a really special way.

There will be atmospheric lighting along the route, as well as fire pits and points of interest for participants to engage with and remember their loved ones.

Back at the event village there will be live entertainment, as well as food and drinks stalls to enjoy. Stay around and soak up the atmosphere after the walk, or if you like you can complete the route multiple times!

Did you know at East Cheshire Hospice we have a Memory Tree?

Find out more here

SPONSORSHIP

As your entrance fee only covers the cost of the event, we do ask that everyone tries to raise at least £50 of sponsorship. Every penny you raise really does make a huge difference in helping us to continue to provide care in your local community.

Alternatively if you would rather not raise sponsorship, you are able to add an extra donation of £50 when you book your place.

How does it work?
  1. Purchase your tickets to the event via the form below.
  2. Set up your personal fundraising/sponsorship page on Just Giving.
  3. Share your fundraising page with friends & family to gain sponsorship!
  4. Attend the event and walk the route at Capesthorne Hall on Thursday 15th May 2025.

You can dedicate your fundraising to someone who meant the world to you.

Thank you so much for your support!

Inflatable 5K Cheshire

Sign up via our charity partners Run for Charity and get ready to bounce your way through The World’s BIGGEST and most EPIC Inflatable 5K Obstacle Course!

This event is taking place at on Saturday 3rd, August 2024, and it’s going to be BIGGER, BOUNCIER, and BETTER than ever before!

The excitement has been pumped up to the MAX, you’ll be jumping, sliding, and bouncing your way to the finish line like never before.

The Inflatable Obstacle Run is open to all from age 5 and above! Take on the challenge by yourself, with friends or get the whole family, team mates or work colleagues involved!

Arrival Time: Please arrive 30-45minutes before your start time

What’s included in your ticket?

  • Finisher’s Medal
  • Finish line goodies
  • Event photography
  • Music pumping zones
  • Free spectators area
  • A clearly marked route
  • On course hydration station

Register for Inflatable 5k on Saturday 3rd August – registraions are now closed

Other options available, please contact events@echospice.org.uk for more information.

FAQ’s

Arrival time – please arrive 30-45minutes prior to your start time

Parking – Parking is charged at £5 per car, please have the exact change ready for the parking marshals.

Dogs – Unfortunately, dogs are not allowed at this events.

Bag Drop – Bag Drop is £3.00 per bag. Please keep to a gym duffle size or smaller.

Spectators – Friends and family are welcome to come along and watch in the designated spectators areas only, for no extra charge. Spectators cannot roam around the entire course and must keep off marked out course and obstacles. Children must be under adult supervision at all times

Toilets – Toilets are provided at the venue. Please look for signs or ask a member of staff.

Food & Drink – There will be food and drink vendors on-site

Drink Station – Water will be stationed midway along the route to keep you hydrated

If you have any questions which aren’t answered above, please contact events@echospice.org.uk for more information.

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