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The Full Story
The Tour is a completely unique event, the first ever tour took place in 1981. Here, it ran for 20 years until its end in the millennium year. At this stage, runners would take on 4 varying races over 4 days, completing a double marathon in total.
Originally named The Tour of Tameside, the original event was the brainchild of Olympian Dr Ron Hill MBE. Each year The Tour of Tameside would welcome hundreds of runners, inviting international athletes to the Greater Manchester borough. Runners craved the Tour of Tameside in the years that it ceased to run and in 2015 it was adapted and revived as 'The Tour.' Decades on from its origin, The Tour remains as popular and as challenging and ever.
In 2024 The Tour was brought to you by Tameside Reporter, Glossop Chronicle, Oldham Reporter and Tameside Radio.
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The Tour explores the very best scenery, trails and routes across Tameside, Oldham and Glossop. With the option to run or walk each route, volunteer to support the event, host a stall at our festival village or come along and cheer on runners, there’s something for all the community to get involved with, get active and enjoy.
Runners of all abilities can choose from four local routes or take on the full four-day back-to-back tour to experience a truly unique running challenge like no other! Runners can add on a bespoke medal and t-shirt for each race completed, with full tour finishers choosing to add on a Full Tour Finisher T-shirt for completing all four races.
BUY YOUR MERCH
We’ve created an exclusive 2026 range of race merchandise including Individual Race T-shirts to mark each of the four races together with a Full Tour Hoody, Personalised Changing Robe and comfy Sliders you can change into after your big run – all perfect for race day and beyond!
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Click below to see the full range!
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*Please note full tour tshirts, race day tshirts & medals can be added at the time of your race entry or purchased via Nifty afterwards from your account.
become a volunteer
Our volunteer team plays an essential role in supporting runners to take on this unique challenge. All our volunteers are the heartbeat of the community, providing unmatched support and enthusiasm that transforms each event into a memorable experience.
We’re always looking for dedicated individuals and community / business groups to become Tour volunteers and help make this year’s event a huge success.
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Click below for more info!
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PHOTOS
Our photography section showcases the stunning moments captured during the 4-day running event, highlighting the energy, excitement, and determination of the participants.
From the intense race action to the inspiring ceremony at the end,
every image tells your unique story of achievement and camaraderie.
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Click below to explore the full gallery.
Want to know more?
Get in touch today and we will get back to you.
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