Tuesday 17th February 2026

Get ready to flip, race, and have a flipping good time at our Annual Pancake Race 2026! This fun-filled event take place on Tuesday 17th February 2026 and is perfect for families, friends, and colleagues looking to support a great cause while enjoying a day of laughter and friendly competition.

Click here to register your interest and find out more!

Are you a stall holder or do you own a small business? We’re looking for local businesses, particularly with a focus on environmentally friendly products, to sell their goods. We have a stall based in the main reception at Macclesfield District General Hospital which is available between 10am-4pm every day. There’s a suggested donation of £30 per day which will go towards raising funds for East Cheshire NHS Charity.

Are you looking for a new way to advertise your business to people across East Cheshire? Each year a significant amount of people visit Macclesfield Hospital and with the prime location of our advertising boards you could be promoting your business to them.

Costs:

• £100 per board per month
• Size of the display: A0

How does it work?

Register your interest by clicking here.

Our charity team will review your form and be in touch with any questions. If your application is successful, please make the £100 donation to East Cheshire NHS Charity.*

Businesses must design and print your own A0 poster, which will be put up by the charity team on the multistorey car park.

Please note all businesses must pay for their own printing costs.

Payment of advertising space must be made in advance for the full time the poster are up.

Friday 13th March 2026

Ready to take on one of Europe’s most beautiful road marathons?

Absorb the city’s history and culture on a central urban route past iconic landmarks. Highlights include Gaudi’s famous architecture, the bustling Port Olimpic and the picturesque seafront. It’s a relatively flat course with only a few gentle inclines, ideal for beginners or experienced runners chasing a personal best!

The atmosphere on race day is unbeatable, as enthusiastic local supporters cheer on runners from across the world.

You must be at least 18 years old to run the Barcelona Marathon.

Sign up for the half marathon by clicking here.

Sign up for the marathon by clicking here.