Travel warning as Manchester Half to draw record crowds
Tens of thousands of runners and spectators are expected for the Manchester Half Marathon on 4 October 2026, prompting extensive travel warnings and road closures.
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Tens of thousands of runners and spectators are expected for the Manchester Half Marathon on 4 October 2026, prompting extensive travel warnings and road closures.
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