Bogle Stroll

The Bogle Stroll is a sponsored 55-mile walk conducted annually in Manchester, United Kingdom.

[1] Starting in 1961, when UMIST lecturers walking from Lancaster back to Manchester spotted an imp[citation needed], the Bogle has run every year since and is now one of the longest running sponsored events in the North West, and will celebrate its 55th year in 2016.

The Bogle Stroll is the most popular event of the four available where participants walk approximately 55 miles[3] around Greater Manchester through the night.

Every year, the Bogle Stroll sees close to 50% of those who enter finish, leaving the rest to drop out at various points.

The event also relies on a large volunteering team who are responsible for the overall safety and management of checkpoints that are located along the route.