Saturn Running - Staines-upon-Thames
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The Great British Easter Run - The Gold Triumph
This event is the final day of the organiser's Easter 10 in 10 series; participants may enter this single day or take part in multiple days. The event accepts runners and walkers and operates under UK Athletics rules.
Date: Sunday 4 April 2027. Venue: The Last Hop, Unit 2, Thames Edge Court, Clarence Street, Staines, TW18 4SU.
The event is organised as a 7 hour Time Challenge that lets participants choose how many laps to run. The minimum recorded distance is 3 km (part of a lap). A full lap is listed as 7 km (4.37 miles) but the loop may change to 3.28 miles depending on course conditions. There are 3k and 5k turn points within the lap to help younger runners meet UK Athletics distance rules. Laps required for common distances: three laps for a half marathon, six for a marathon, seven or more for an ultra; a 50 km option is offered.
Distances available:
- 3 km minimum
- 5 km
- 10 km
- Half Marathon
- Marathon
- 50 km
- Ultra
- Time Challenge seven-hour option
The course runs along a stretch of the River Thames, is fully signed and is mainly on paths and tarmac with a short grass section; road shoes are suitable. The course layout is subject to change after health and safety review.
Finishers who complete at least 3 km receive a themed medal. Distance pins are available for half-marathon and longer distances and are attached to the medal ribbon. All finishers receive a goody bag with a vegan option available if requested at entry. An aid and drinks table is provided at the start/finish of each lap with sweet and savory options and vegan choices.
The event is licensed by the Trail Running Association. Members receive a lower entry price of £10.00 off full price, guaranteed entry and a mini-me medal pin; runners in UK Athletics affiliated clubs receive a £2.00 discount. Venue toilets are available but there are no separate changing rooms or showers. Parking is available at Bridge Street Car Park, Staines TW18 4TP. Final race instructions are sent by email in the week before the event and numbers are collected on the day at race registration. A bag drop is available but not secure. Headphones are allowed and the route uses public footpaths. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
