Run Alton Towers

Name: Run Alton Towers
Start: Sat, 15/11/2025 - 12:00
End: 2025-11-16
Location: Alton Towers

Event Details

When: 2026 dates TBC
Where: Alton Towers, Stoke-on-Trent, England
Distance: Half Marathon, 10k or 5k
Registration: From £15
Minimum Sponsorship: From £150

Event Highlights

Run for a cause: Your participation directly supports the work of the MS Trust and everyone affected by MS. Together, we can make sense of MS.
Thrilling location: Run through the UK's largest theme park, Alton Towers, home to record breaking rollercoasters, CBeebies Land, Sharkbait Reef by SEALIFE, sensational family attractions, live shows and entertainment
Route: Run Alton Towers is the first event of its kind at the iconic Alton Towers Resort and will start and finish amongst the rides within the estate.
Family fun: Free ticket Alton Towers theme park access on race day, make it a day for the whole family!

Register Now!

Registration for Run Alton Towers 2025 has now closed. To register your interest in one or more of the 2026 events, please click one of the buttons below.

Half Marathon

Registration fee: £30 (+ booking fee)
Minimum sponsorship: £300

Terms & Conditions: By signing up to this event I declare that:

I will participate in the Run Alton Towers Half on Sunday 17 November 2024 on behalf of the Multiple Sclerosis Trust.

I will raise a minimum of £289 in sponsorship for the MS Trust with the objective being to raise as much sponsorship as possible.

I will return all sponsorship money to the MS Trust by 17 January 2025.

If I cancel after the withdrawal deadline of 17 October 2025 and have raised less than £50, I agree to pay the remaining amount directly to the charity to cover the cost of my place.

If I cannot participate due to injury or illness I will let the MS Trust know immediately.

I will be over 16 years of age at the date of the Run Alton Towers Half 2024, I can confirm that to the best of my knowledge my general state of health and fitness is good, and I understand that I am taking part in the Run Alton Towers Half 2024 at my own risk.

I give permission for the MS Trust to use any photographs/videos in which I may appear for publicity purposes - this can include reporting on the event, informing people about the MS Trust, advertising future fundraising events. If you would like to opt out of this, please email fundraising@mstrust.org.uk

10k

Registration fee: £25 (+ booking fee)
Minimum sponsorship: £200

Terms & Conditions: By signing up to this event I declare that:

I will participate in the Run Alton Towers 10k on Sunday 16 November 2024 on behalf of the Multiple Sclerosis Trust.

I will raise a minimum of £200 in sponsorship for the MS Trust with the objective being to raise as much sponsorship as possible.

I will return all sponsorship money to the MS Trust by 16 January 2025.

If I cancel after the withdrawal deadline of 17 October 2025 and have raised less than £50, I agree to pay the remaining amount directly to the charity to cover the cost of my place.

If I cannot participate due to injury or illness I will let the MS Trust know immediately.

I will be over 16 years of age at the date of the Run Alton Towers 10k 2024, I can confirm that to the best of my knowledge my general state of health and fitness is good, and I understand that I am taking part in the Run Alton Towers 10k 2024 at my own risk.

I give permission for the MS Trust to use any photographs/videos in which I may appear for publicity purposes - this can include reporting on the event, informing people about the MS Trust, advertising future fundraising events. If you would like to opt out of this, please email fundraising@mstrust.org.uk

5k

Registration fee: £15 (+ booking fee)
Minimum sponsorship: £150

Terms & Conditions: By signing up to this event I declare that:

I will participate in the Run Alton Towers 5k on Sunday 17 November 2024 on behalf of the Multiple Sclerosis Trust.

I will raise a minimum of £150 in sponsorship for the MS Trust with the objective being to raise as much sponsorship as possible.

I will return all sponsorship money to the MS Trust by 17 January 2025.

If I cancel after the withdrawal deadline of 17 October 2025 and have raised less than £50, I agree to pay the remaining amount directly to the charity to cover the cost of my place.

If I cannot participate due to injury or illness I will let the MS Trust know immediately.

I will be over 16 years of age at the date of the Run Alton Towers 5k 2024, I can confirm that to the best of my knowledge my general state of health and fitness is good, and I understand that I am taking part in the Run Alton Towers 5k 2024 at my own risk.

I give permission for the MS Trust to use any photographs/videos in which I may appear for publicity purposes - this can include reporting on the event, informing people about the MS Trust, advertising future fundraising events. If you would like to opt out of this, please email fundraising@mstrust.org.uk

What you will get

If you register for the Run Alton Towers for the MS Trust you will receive:

Full support and guidance with your fundraising and training from our friendly fundraising team
Your own MS Trust technical running top for you to participate in and wear your support with pride!
Access to our training hub and training app for free. This includes a training schedule, information on injury prevention, nutrition and weekly countdown guides.
Official photographs taken throughout the race and the finish line so that you can remember your fantastic achievement forever
Unique themed medal
FREE Alton Towers Theme Park Access (RRP £34) *only to be used on race day
Chip timed results
Post race hydration and goodies
Free parking

Get in touch

If you have any queries about this event, please reach out to our friendly fundraising team at fundraising@mstrust.org.uk or give us a call on 01462 536007

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a minimum age for participants?

The minimum age for participants is 11 for the 5k, 15 for the 10k and 17 for the half marathon

Is there a bag drop at the Run Alton Towers event?

There is a bag drop at the Event Village

Accessibility Information

Please read the information below about taking part if you have a disability and/or require assistance on event day. 

Wheelchairs:

Please contact the fundraising team on 01462 476707 or fundraising@mstrust.org.uk so we can help you arrange this.

Support runners

Guide runners are eligible for a free entry. Please contact the fundraising team on 01462 476707 or fundraising@mstrust.org.uk so we can help you arrange this.

Cut off time

Unfortunately we are under pressure to open roads we have closed, so we do have a race sweep vehicle. This travels at a 17-minute mile pace. If you fall behind this vehicle you will be asked to complete the remainder of the course on the pavement. The finish area will remain open until the last entrant has crossed the finish line.

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