On Sunday 16th April the adidas Manchester Marathon will return to Stretford Town Centre, involving some road closures in the area. For those wishing to cheer on the participants, our retailers are planning some cracking offers and activity for you to enjoy.
HIVE
The team over at HIVE are taking the marathon very seriously indeed and will be hosting a pop-up BBQ stand selling sausage sandwiches - great to top up your energy to cheer on the runners. For those after a slightly wetter refreshment, there will also be an exclusive £5 Manchester Marathon cocktail on offer.
FOODHALL
Head over Foodhall for a delicious lunch with @truthboxkitchen who will be serving up gourmet street food
SOULJUICE
Souljuice will be slinging take away beers and hot drinks all day and the activity doesn't end here, from 5-7pm Dave Luvin will be hosting a live jazz evening, the perfect way to wind down!
If you're planning on travelling in and out of the Town Centre on this day, please visit the Manchester Marathon webpage for the latest information regarding road closures and for printable versions of the maps.
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