Where does Manchester Backyard Ultra take place?

Manchester Backyard Ultra takes place in Manchester, UK.

What distances does Manchester Backyard Ultra offer?

Entry options include: 4 Miles Lap.

How is Manchester Backyard Ultra rated by runners?

Manchester Backyard Ultra has an average rating of 4.78 out of 5 from 23 verified participant reviews on Racecheck.

What is Manchester Backyard Ultra like?

Based on participant reviews, runners describe it as: Ideal for beginners (39% of reviews), Small & Intimate (70% of reviews), Remote Nature (57% of reviews), Undulating - Mixed (61% of reviews).

Manchester Backyard Ultra reviews

Name: Manchester Backyard Ultra
Start: 2026-06-13
End: 2026-06-13
Location: Manchester, UK
Rating: 4.78

DeanFiona N.

4.6

· 2026 15 laps and a distance PB in the event. ·

A Brilliant backyard ultra, really enjoyed the event, outstanding organisation and food station was stock with everything you needed , coffee ,noodles porridge and fruit plus lots more . Enjoyed the event so more looking to do next year's event as well. Well done everyone involve...

A Brilliant backyard ultra, really enjoyed the event, outstanding organisation and food station was stock with everything you needed , coffee ,noodles porridge and fruit plus lots more . Enjoyed the event so more looking to do next year's event as well. Well done everyone involved.

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Ayrton T.

5.0

· 2026 ·

First time doing a backyard ultra and it was fantastic. The people made it what it was and everyone I spoke to is now a friend. Couldn’t recommend Lorraine, Gemma and the team more. Will be doing it all again in the very near future. This time with the food tummy situation sorted...

First time doing a backyard ultra and it was fantastic. The people made it what it was and everyone I spoke to is now a friend. Couldn’t recommend Lorraine, Gemma and the team more. Will be doing it all again in the very near future. This time with the food tummy situation sorted🤣

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Ryan B.

4.9

· 2026 4 Miles Lap ·

Great event, well organised and an amazing experience. Big up the volunteers & staff on the day. They made the day what it was. Will be back for next years. Mental 34 laps for the winner I wonder what next year will be.

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Glen B.

4.9

· 2026 4 Miles Lap ·

This was my second BYU and I’ve done any number of other races from 5k to 100miles. This was I think overall the best experience for me. From pre event comms, race day experience, atmosphere, support, venue, facilities I couldn’t fault it. We were told to brink food and drink to ...

This was my second BYU and I’ve done any number of other races from 5k to 100miles. This was I think overall the best experience for me. From pre event comms, race day experience, atmosphere, support, venue, facilities I couldn’t fault it. We were told to brink food and drink to last over the day(s), the reality was 80% was provided from fresh fruit, cakes, pot noodles, drinks…amazing. Head torch was mandatory…..they had those if anyone forgot, course was interesting, well marked and for the early loops marshalled as well. At night the steep areas were lit up and you never felt on your own. Well done events team !!!

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Thank you Glen for your fantastic review, im really glad you enjoyed it and well done for completing 12 yards. Hope to see you again next year. Lorraine

Kevin B.

5.0

· 2026 4 Loops ·

My first time doing this sort of event. The day couldn't have been bettered. Loved every minute and Lorraine and the rest of the team superb. Should be a six star button for event this good, can't wait to go back again next year.

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Hello Kevin, it was lovely to meet you and thank you for your review. We are looking forward to meeting your son Liam next year and welcoming you back for another Backyard Ultra 😁Lorraine

Daniel B.

4.7

· 2025 116 miles ·

I'd recommend this event to anyone. The course was just challenging enough to get interesting as the race got deep - even the bottleneck early on was an enjoyable tactical element. We racked up plenty of elevation gain over many loops but the overall course profile was flat-ish -...

I'd recommend this event to anyone. The course was just challenging enough to get interesting as the race got deep - even the bottleneck early on was an enjoyable tactical element. We racked up plenty of elevation gain over many loops but the overall course profile was flat-ish - but not so flat as to be boring. The organisers were brilliant, coping with a tree felled right across the course by Storm Amy, and with continuing strong winds blowing away one of their gazebos. Yet the whole event was exemplary. I had my own crew so wasn't particularly reliant on the checkpoint food and drink, but I was rescued by a cup-a-soup and some of their crisps on at least a couple of occasions. The Backyard format is immensely enjoyable and this is a great example of it.

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Tracey E.

4.7

· 2025 4 Miles Lap ·

My first back yard event. Hosts and support staff were phenomenal and friebdly. Will be back if my old lady body allows. Keep up tge fab work x

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Grant C.

4.4

· 2025 4 Miles Lap ·

MCR BYU put on a great race. We were hit with storm Amy and a fallen tree but that didn’t stop the race going ahead. The team did everything to get us running. The atmosphere at the race was really friendly and very inclusive. Everyone was really motivating when the race got hard...

MCR BYU put on a great race. We were hit with storm Amy and a fallen tree but that didn’t stop the race going ahead. The team did everything to get us running. The atmosphere at the race was really friendly and very inclusive. Everyone was really motivating when the race got hard. I’ll definitely be back again.

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Richard S.

4.7

· 2025 4 Miles Lap ·

Loved my first Backyard Ultra. Brilliantly organised, great facilities. Was worried that storm Amy would dampen the experience, it didn't!

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Mary J.

5.0

· 2025 4 Miles Lap ·

Loved every moment of this event! The atmosphere was great!

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