Rebecca Tomlinson running in the Museum Gardens

Are you running in the York marathon? Or, are you a business which wants to reach the thousands of runners and visitors who will be coming to York for the event on Sunday October 20. If you are, then this section of our website is designed with you in mind.

Personal trainer Babs Shiells gives her tips on running clothing

Babs Shiells, centre, in training with White Rose runners as they get ready for the Yorkshire Marathon

10:56am Tuesday 14th May 2013

AS runners step up their preparations for the Plusnet Yorkshire Marathon in October, personal trainer Babs Shiells has issued some tips on what to wear to help competitors go the distance.

Running group ready to help with preparation for York marathon

The Just Jog running group sets off from York Sports Village at Heslington East

8:11am Tuesday 30th April 2013

A SPORTS instructor from York is preparing to run her first marathon later this year, and has urged any residents in training to join a free running group.

Extra York marathon places snapped up in minutes

Jane Tomlinson

11:06am Saturday 27th April 2013

THE final 600 places for York’s marathon have sold out within just two minutes.

Final 600 marathon places go in two minutes

9:51am Friday 26th April 2013

THE final 600 places for York’s marathon have today sold out in two minutes.

Angela’s double racing challenge

Angela Shepherd jogging on Acomb Green in preparation for the Manchester Marathon

8:47am Tuesday 23rd April 2013

A NOVICE long-distance runner from York hopes her preparations for the Yorkshire Marathon will help inspire others who are taking part.

Demand high for marathon extra places

Sara Birkinshaw

8:19am Tuesday 23rd April 2013

THERE has been high demand from people hoping to snap up the extra places made available for York’s first ever full marathon.

Yorkshire Marathon deadline

8:02am Saturday 20th April 2013

RUNNERS have until midnight on Monday to be in with a chance of securing a place in this year’s Plusnet Yorkshire Marathon.

Teacher inspired by pupil’s cancer fight to run Yorkshire Marathon

Mike Ridealgh

8:34am Tuesday 16th April 2013

A RETIRED York teacher is hoping to help fund research into beating male cancers by raising lots of money at the Plusnet Yorkshire Marathon in October.

More York marathon places up for grabs

8:35am Monday 15th April 2013

HUNDREDS of extra places are to be made available in York’s first ever full marathon after race organisers experienced “unprecedented public demand” for the event.

Businesses encouraged to make most of Yorkshire Marathon and drum up trade

Gillian Cruddas

7:52am Tuesday 9th April 2013

YORK’S businesses are hoping for an economic boost of £1.5 million thanks to the Yorkshire Marathon.

Plusnet workmates to take part in York marathon

Eight members of the 15-strong marathon squad

8:30am Tuesday 2nd April 2013

FIFTEEN office workers have shown that charity begins at home by deciding to take part in York’s first-ever marathon.

Former football star launches Yorkshire Marathon corporate challenge

Former Leeds United and England footballer and Celebrity Masterchef finalist Danny Mills helping to launch the Yorkshire Marathon corporate relay by taking part in an egg-and-spoon race with children from St Mary's School at Topcliffe

11:46am Friday 29th March 2013

A FORMER England football star has been egging on businesses to sign up for a truly marathon enterprise.

Mayor selects Yorkshire marathon ahead of run down under

Mayor of Pickering William Oxley, who is taking part in the York Marathon

8:22am Tuesday 26th March 2013

THE Mayor of Pickering is to join thousands of runners in York’s first marathon – after deciding it trumped Australia.

Marathon effort from Sport Village aims to get runners in prime condition

8:20am Tuesday 26th March 2013

RUNNERS gearing up for the York Marathon will soon be able to join a new club at one of the city’s sporting hubs to help them tackle the gruelling challenge.

Mother and daughter running in York Marathon

Marathon runner Rebecca Wahl and her mother, Sue Senghore

11:06am Tuesday 19th March 2013

A MOTHER who has twice battled cancer is now in training to run the York marathon with her daughter who has battled obesity.

More Yorkshire Marathon news>>

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We will be updating this section regularly and adding to the content daily with stories, photos, videos, expert advice on training and nutrition.

We will add information on where to train, clubs to join, where to get a sports massage, advice for complete beginners and tips on how to improve for more experienced runners.

For visitors to the city we will tell you how to make the most of your stay. Where you can spend the night, eat and drink, or where else you might like to visit.

York is a great and beautiful city and its first ever full marathon is bound to attract interest and runners from across the UK and the world.

Marathon blogs

Trainers & clothing for marathon running

2:22pm Friday 10th May 2013

There is not enough room here to cover everything on these subjects, but if you take heed of these pointers you shouldn’t go far wrong.

10 tips for running a successful marathon

1:08pm Saturday 4th May 2013

Running a successful marathon takes knowledge, planning, execution and courage. Training smartly and effectively, then developing and executing your race plan, will allow you to achieve your potential and run a great race that you can be proud of.

More blogs>>

Yorkshire Marathon route map

Yorkshire Marathon route map>>

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