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The Big Vokesey Challenge 2026

Name: The Big Vokesey Challenge 2026
Start: 2026-11-28
End: 2026-11-28
Location: Macclesfield

Macclesfield, North West, United Kingdom

calendar_today 28 Nov, 2026

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sell £35.00

About the Event

On November 28th, lace up your running shoes and join runners from across the community at the annual Archie & Kate Memorial Run. This heartfelt event honors the legacies of Archie and Kate through three engaging race distances: a scenic 5k, a challenging 10k, and an invigorating half marathon.
Participants will enjoy a course that winds through picturesque neighborhoods and parks, offering runners stunning views and memorable moments along the way. The atmosphere is warm and supportive, with volunteers cheering from every corner of the route to encourage everyone who crosses the finish line.
The event not only celebrates the lives of Archie and Kate but also raises vital funds for an incredible charity dedicated to supporting families in need within their community. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out, this race offers something special for all levels of participants. The day promises to be filled with camaraderie, remembrance, and a collective effort towards making a positive impact.
Join us on November 28th as we come together to honor Archie & Kate while supporting those who benefit from the charity's work.

Races Offered

The Big Vokesey Challenge 2026

Nov 28, 2026

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Distance — 5K

terrain

Type — Running

timer

10:00

sell

£35.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for November in Macclesfield.

thermostat Temperature

4.1° / 8.9°

wb_sunny Feels like

-0.2° / 5.2°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

3h 59m

water_drop Avg rainfall

3.6 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

0.2 cm

air Avg wind speed

15.6 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Low (1.4)

humidity_mid Humidity

89.0%

wb_twilight Sunrise

08:33

nightlight Sunset

17:13

About Macclesfield

Learn more about the host city, Macclesfield.

Macclesfield is a market town in Cheshire where the Cheshire plain gives way to the Peak District. It is home to the biennial Barnaby Festival. Macclesfield is the original home of the very popular brand of bread, Hovis. Two members of the late 1970s rock band Joy Division, and its successor the popular 1980s band New Order, are from the town. More notoriously it is also the home of the band The Macc Lads and of Mr Methane, the world's only professional flatulist.