Saturn Running - Staines-upon-Thames
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The Great British Five in Five Series
A five day running series held at The Last Hop in Staines along a stretch of the River Thames. Entry covers all five days only; each day has a themed name: Sky Blue, Mint Green, Green, Sunshine Yellow and Orange.
Each day is run as an 8 hour Time Challenge that allows participants to choose how far they run. The minimum distance is 3 km. A full lap is listed as 7 km or 4.37 miles, though the loop may change to a 3.28 mile course depending on conditions. There are 3 km and 5 km turn points inside the lap to help younger runners comply with UK Athletics distance rules.
Distances available include:
- 5 km option
- 10 km option
- Half marathon distance
- Marathon distance
- 50 km option
- Time challenge open distance
The course follows mainly well made paths and tarmac with a short grass section and is fully signed so no navigation is required. Road shoes are suitable year round.
Finishers receive a goody bag; a vegan goody bag option is available. Medal and pin options are offered each day, with distance pins for half marathon and longer. Aid and drinks tables are provided at the start and finish of each lap with a selection of savoury, sweet, fruit, cheese and vegan items.
Toilets are available at the venue but there are no separate changing rooms or showers. Parking is available at Bridge Street Car Park, Staines TW18 4TP. Number pick up is on the day at race registration. Headphones are allowed. Events take place on public footpaths so runners should be considerate of other path users. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
