Course & Elevation

The Liverpool Marathon is a predominantly flat, fast course that starts and finishes at the iconic Pier Head, showcasing the city's waterfront heritage. Runners travel through the historic Georgian Quarter, past the Anglican and Roman Catholic cathedrals, and along the scenic Mersey waterfront, offering both urban exploration and river views throughout the race.

Surface: road Profile: Flat

🌤️ Weather

Temperature 15°C

Humidity 72%

Rain Chance 45%

Cool spring conditions with mild temperatures ideal for distance running. Variable cloud cover with moderate risk of light rain typical of northwest England in May.

🏆 Course Record

02:11:47

Tsegaye Mekonnen (2019)

Registration

Registration Opens August

Registration Closes April

Entry Cost £45-£65

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🎯 Fun Facts

▸ The marathon starts and finishes at the iconic Pier Head, home of the Three Graces architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage waterfront site.
▸ The race showcases both the Anglican and Roman Catholic cathedrals, two architectural masterpieces separated by just one mile that dominate Liverpool's skyline.
▸ Liverpool's flat, fast course makes it a popular choice for runners aiming to achieve sub-4-hour marathon times, attracting competitive club runners nationwide.
▸ The event is part of the Liverpool Armageddon festival weekend, combining the marathon with a half-marathon and 10K race in celebration of the city's sporting culture.

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