The Yorkshire Marathon Relay 2025

As autumn sets in, one of Yorkshire’s biggest running events is getting ready to welcome thousands of participants – and this year, businesses from across the region are being encouraged to get involved in a very special way. The Yorkshire Marathon Relay takes place on Sunday 19th October 2025, setting off from the University of York, and it’s designed to give teams the chance to take on the challenge of marathon day together.

The relay is open to companies of all shapes and sizes who want to boost morale, build teamwork, and support charity in the process.

So, what’s a marathon relay anyway?

A full marathon at 26.2 miles can feel like a huge solo task. The Yorkshire Marathon Relay makes it accessible for everyone by splitting that distance into six legs, with each runner completing a section before handing over to the next.

With each leg averaging just over four miles, it’s the kind of challenge that welcomes both enthusiastic beginners and seasoned runners. As Run For All puts it, it’s “a great way for colleagues to work together towards a common goal, while soaking up the unbeatable atmosphere of marathon day.”

Instead of focusing on individual endurance, the relay shifts the emphasis to teamwork and shared achievement. Runners experience the excitement of the Yorkshire Marathon without having to take on the full distance alone.

The ultimate team building day out

Forget the usual away-days or corporate ice-breakers. On Sunday 19th October, teams of six will line up in York to take part in a challenge that combines fitness, friendship, and community.

Relay teams come from across Yorkshire – from office-based firms and family-run businesses to schools, charities, and large organisations. Many use the opportunity to train together in the lead-up to the big day, creating bonds that last long after the finish line is crossed.

As the organisers explain: “Whether you’re there to win or simply enjoy the day, the Yorkshire Marathon Relay is an unforgettable experience.”

A brilliant way to boost your business profile

Taking part in the relay is also a fantastic way for businesses to demonstrate their commitment to staff wellbeing and to their local community. Run For All is part of the Jane Tomlinson Appeal, so every entry helps to support charities across the region.

With thousands of runners, spectators, and media attention on marathon day, having your team out on the course – especially in branded kit – is a great opportunity to showcase your business in a positive, community-focused setting.

It’s all about health and wellbeing

Workplace wellbeing is at the heart of this event. Training for the Yorkshire Marathon Relay encourages staff to stay active, supports better mental health, and provides a shared goal that’s about more than just work. The sense of achievement when a team crosses the finish line is enormous – and that confidence and positivity carry back into the workplace.

Why Yorkshire should get behind it

The Yorkshire Marathon is already one of the county’s most celebrated sporting events, with the course winding through the historic streets of York before heading into the surrounding countryside. The relay makes that electric atmosphere accessible to more people than ever before.

Whether you’re a business looking to build stronger teams, a charity hoping to raise your profile, or simply a group of colleagues who want to try something new, the Yorkshire Marathon Relay offers a unique opportunity to be part of a major event in the Yorkshire sporting calendar.

Places are filling fast, so now is the time to get a team together and join the start line at the University of York on Sunday 19th October 2025.

For full details, visit Yorkshire Marathon Relay – Run For All.