‍LONE WOLF MANCHESTER 2027 ‍

Saturday 27 – Sunday 28 February 2027 | Heaton Park, Manchester

One loop.

Every hour.

On the hour.

How far will you go?

Welcome to Lone Wolf Manchester 2027, a unique 24-hour endurance running challenge set in the beautiful surroundings of Heaton Park, Manchester.

Whether you're taking on your first 10K, working towards a half marathon or marathon, or testing your limits in pursuit of an ultra, Lone Wolf is a challenge for everyone. There’s no set distance you have to achieve. You decide how far you go.

The format is simple: complete one 6.7km loop every hour, on the hour. Finish within the hour and the remaining time is yours to rest, refuel and recharge before the next start.

Five laps, ten laps, fifteen laps or the full 24 — every lap is an achievement. Keep going for as long as you choose, whether that's a few hours or the entire 24-hour challenge.

For those with their sights set on the top spot, the final runners will battle it out for the Lone Wolf Championship, with one male and one female champion crowned.

But Lone Wolf is about much more than competition. It's about endurance, determination, camaraderie and discovering what you're capable of. Throughout the day and night, runners of all abilities come together to encourage, support and motivate one another.

Your pace. Your distance. Your challenge.

How far will you go?

EVENT DETAILS

Event: Lone Wolf Manchester 2027
Date: Saturday 27 – Sunday 28 February 2027
Registration: From 9:00am on Saturday
Race start: 11:00am on Saturday 27 February
Finish: 11:00am on Sunday 28 February
Location: Heaton Park, Bury Old Road, Manchester, M25 0EQ
Meeting point: Manchester Old Town Hall Colonnade, Heaton Park Estate
Loop distance: 6.7km
Challenge duration: 24 hours

Route: View the Lone Wolf Manchester route on Strava

All participants must be aged 18 or over.

HOW DOES LONE WOLF WORK?

The concept is simple, but the challenge is entirely your own.

One loop every hour: A new lap starts on the hour, every hour.
6.7km per lap: Complete the loop within 60 minutes to qualify for the next start.
Rest between laps: Finish early and use your remaining time to eat, drink, recover and prepare for the next loop.
Choose your distance: Stop whenever you decide you've reached your goal, or keep going for the full 24 hours.
Take on the championship: The last runners standing will compete for the overall titles.

Whether you're aiming for 10K, a half marathon, a marathon or beyond, every lap brings a new opportunity to challenge yourself.

There is no pressure to run a particular distance. Set your own goal, find your rhythm and enjoy the experience.

WHAT MAKES LONE WOLF DIFFERENT?

A challenge for everyone

From first-time endurance runners to experienced ultra runners, everyone has their own reason for taking part.

Your distance, your choice

With a 6.7km loop each hour, you choose how many laps you want to complete and how far you want to push yourself.

Hourly starts

Every hour brings a fresh start. Complete your loop, take a breather and get ready to go again.

A unique atmosphere

Share the experience with runners of all abilities, encouraging one another through the highs, the lows and everything in between.

Day and night running

Experience Heaton Park as the daylight fades, the night sets in and the early morning arrives. The changing conditions are all part of the adventure.

A true test of endurance

Pacing, nutrition, recovery and determination all play their part. How you manage your time between laps can be just as important as the running itself.

AWARDS AND FINISHER MEDALS

The Lone Wolf Championship will recognise the last male and female runners remaining in the challenge.

Male Champion: Handmade wooden trophy.
Female Champion: Handmade wooden trophy.
All participants: Wooden finisher medal.

Whether you complete a handful of laps or take on the full 24 hours, every participant is part of the Lone Wolf experience.

Event T-shirts

Event T-shirts will be available to purchase separately through our website (We Travel) and will be distributed on the morning of the event.

GETTING TO HEATON PARK

Heaton Park is located approximately five miles north of Manchester city centre and is accessible by public transport and car.

By tram — Metrolink

Take the Bury Line from Manchester city centre to Heaton Park tram stop.

By bus

The 135 bus runs from Manchester city centre towards Bury, stopping near Heaton Park.

Please check the latest Bee Network travel information before travelling, as routes, timetables and fares may change.

By car

On-site parking is available for £8 per vehicle, covering the event, including overnight parking.

Please allow sufficient time to park, make your way to registration and collect your race number before the pre-race briefing.

EVENT FACILITIES

We know that a 24-hour challenge is about more than running. Having somewhere to rest, refuel and recover between laps can make all the difference.

Facilities available at the event include:

Café, open from 9:30am to 4:30pm.
Indoor room for changing, eating and resting, available overnight for participants.
Toilets.
Water points.
First aid station.
On-site paid parking.
Kettle, small fridge and microwave.
Space to rest and recover between laps.

Plan ahead and bring the food, drinks and personal equipment you'll need to stay comfortable throughout the challenge.

WHAT TO BRING

February running conditions can be cold, particularly overnight, so preparation is essential.

We recommend bringing:

Running trainers and spare footwear.
Running clothes and spare layers.
Running socks and spare pairs.
Running poles, if required.
Water bottles and other drinks.
Food, meals and snacks for the duration of the event.
A cool bag or cool box for food storage.
A camping chair.
A camp bed for overnight rest.
A headtorch and spare batteries.
Warm clothing suitable for running and resting outdoors in February.
Any personal kit you need to rest, recover and stay comfortable between laps.

Top tip: Use your time between laps wisely. Eat little and often, stay hydrated, change into dry clothing when needed and make sure your overnight kit is easy to access.

IMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION

Please read the following information before taking part.

Registration and race numbers
Registration and race number collection will take place on the morning of Saturday 27 February. Please arrive in good time to register and attend the pre-race briefing.

Refunds and cancellations
Refunds are not available once tickets have been purchased. If the event has to be cancelled by the organiser, your ticket can be transferred to another Lone Wolf event.

Mobile phone signal
Mobile phone signal may be limited in some areas of Heaton Park. Please plan accordingly.

Fires and BBQs
Fires and BBQs are not permitted.

Dogs
Well-behaved dogs are welcome but must be kept on leads.

Spectators and family
Spectators and family members are welcome to come along and cheer runners on from the start/finish area.

Respecting the park
Please respect other park users, the park environment and the facilities throughout the event.

Age requirement
All participants must be aged 18 or over.

READY TO TAKE ON THE CHALLENGE?

Whether you're aiming for a few laps, your first marathon or the full 24 hours, Lone Wolf Manchester 2027 is your opportunity to test your limits, embrace the outdoors and be part of something special.

Run through the day. Push on through the night. Find your rhythm, support your fellow runners and discover just how far you can go.

You don't need to be the fastest. You just need to decide where your challenge begins.

One loop. Every hour. On the hour. How far will you go?