The Hurt Half Marathon
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The Hurt Half Marathon
The Hurt Half Marathon is a trail event held in the Hurtwood Forest on the Greensand Ridge near Guildford, and is described as about 45 minutes from London. It offers routes across the Surrey Hills with forest tracks, rocky and sandy footpaths, steep escarpments, and brooks. The terrain includes pine woodland, enclosed gulleys, and sections with mud and exposed rock.
Distances:
- 15 km
- 21 km
The route keeps elements of the original Hurt course and includes lung-busting hills and mixed underfoot conditions, so trail shoes are recommended. There are road crossings and a short section on a back road; some of these crossings may be marshalled but participants remain responsible for checking it is safe to cross. Other land users are common on the route, including horses, mountain bikers, and dog walkers; runners are asked to take appropriate care around them.
Facilities at the event include free parking next to the start location at Hound House Road GU5 9JG, on-site toilets, and refreshments. Registration is handled on the day with collection of a time chip and race number; nothing is posted out before the event. Water stations: three on the 21 km route (at about 5 km, 13.5 km and 18.5 km) and two on the 15 km route (at about 5 km and 10 km). Entry prices listed online are £31 for 15 km and £35 for 21 km, excluding service fee. The event date is 9 October 2027. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
