Marathon Relay: Ultimate Team Event!
MONDAY 4th MAY 2026
The Marathon Relay pits teams of four runners (adults only 17+) against each other, with each competitor running approximately 10km.
The relay event is open to businesses, charities, clubs, or even groups of friends and is characterised by a strong element of friendly competition. Teams compete to be seen as the fittest or the fastest. These titles represent an enviable PR title and bragging rights that last a year! This opportunity does not come around every day and should not be missed.
Route Overview
Fuelled by Teamwork
The Milton Keynes Marathon route showcases the beauty and charm of the unique town’s original villages. Runners pass through five original villages, each boasting thatched cottages and ancient churches dating back centuries.
The leafy lanes provide a breathtaking backdrop for athletes as they push themselves to conquer the picturesque course. The route offers a blend of tree-lined city boulevards, quaint village charm, and picturesque scenery.
Relay change over points will be located at Woolstone (mile 6.2), Saxon Street (mile 13.1), and Willen Lake (mile 20).
So, lace up your running shoes, take in the historic surroundings, and enjoy a truly memorable team event through the heart of Milton Keynes.
Route Details & Map
Plan Your Race Day
- Race Day: Bank Holiday Monday 4 May 2026
- Venue: Stadium:MK
- Start Time: 09:00
- Parking: One free team parking permit
- Course Time Limit: 6.5 Hours
- Age: Must be at least 17 years old on race day
- Race Packs: To be collected on race day
- FAQ’s: Click Here
- Team entry Limit: 125
- UK Athletics: Certificate of Course Accuracy
- EA Licence Permit: 29694
- World Athletics: International Measurement Certificate
Team Entry
You will nominate a Team Captain who will organise the initial entry “Relay Team Captain” and pay the team entry fee. They will need to create a password and give it to the other team members so they can register under “Relay Team Entrant.”
Team Captains should notify us of any team changes before the 21st of April. Email us with details of the runner pulling out, and we will cancel their place so another runner can enter. Further changes can then be made on race day.
If you enter multiple teams, each team will need a different Team Captain and unique email address.
The team captain will need to collect the race bibs and timing baton on the morning of the race.
Team members can run in any order, but the team bibs must be used in sequences A, B, C, and D.
Medal Design
The Marathon Relay medal is a stunning piece of art inspired by Star Wars that symbolises speed and achievement.
One weekend. Two days of running. Three times the bling!
Runners participating in the Sunday Rocket 5K and the Marathon, Half, or Relay on Bank Holiday Monday will receive a third medal – the MK Challenge Medal.
Event T-Shirt
Quality sublimation technical top in women’s and men’s cuts.
- Order a t-shirt when you enter the half marathon, marathon relay or marathon.
- Only £10.00!
- You must order your T-shirt before 10th February at midnight.
- Event t-shirts will be available for collection after the race.
AWARDS
- 1st Male Team
- 1st Female Team
- 1st Mixed Team – at least one male or female
- Winning times will be based on gun time
- All team members will receive an award
- Awards will be presented at 13:45
FASTEST TEAM TIMES
MALE
Tracksmith Legends – 02:34:16 – 2024
FEMALE
TRH – Vibe With My Tribe – 03:00:41 – 2025
MIXED
Shepshed RC – 02:39:23 – 2025