The Recharge Lounge is a ticketed area at the Manchester Aquatics Centre that finishers can use to begin their recovery after the event. The £44.95 cost includes access to shower and changing facilities, as well as an exclusive 2026 Finisher towel. 

IMPORTANT THINGS TO KNOW: 

• Recharge Lounge entry is only valid for the named person after they finish the 2026 adidas Manchester Marathon on Sunday 19 April 

• This does not include entry into the adidas Manchester Marathon, which must have already been secured separately 

• We are unable to accommodate any friends or family in the Recharge Lounge 

• If you are unable to make or complete the adidas Manchester Marathon no refund is possible, even if your entry fee is covered by booking protect. 

• At peak times there may be a short wait for available showers, but this will be inside with the option of a warm drink. 

• Whilst a strict time limited is not in place inside the lounge, priority will be given to new arrivals if you have been with us for over 60-minutes. 

• Every effort will be made to supply the products and services mentioned, but in the unlikely event they are not available, replacements will be offered. 

• Further instructions on how to access the Recharge Lounge will be sent to ticket holders in advance of the event. You will be required to wear a wristband for access on event day. 

• The Recharge Lounge closes with the Manchester Aquatics Centre at 18:00, with final entry at 17:30. The cut-off time for the marathon is six hours, meaning all finishers should cross the line by 17:00.