Hundreds of thousands of people will have found out today that they won't have made it through the ballot for the London Marathon.
Fortunately, there are other options out there to help you get your runner's high. While London may be the most popular choice, Manchester is home to the second biggest marathon event in the UK and the fourth largest in Europe.
With a long history dating back to 1908, the Manchester Marathon has become a destination for runners from all over the country who are looking to secure a personal best. There are options to either take on the full marathon in April or a half marathon October, allowing runners to take up whatever challenge they personally feel ready for.
