Phoenix Running - Walton-on-Thames

Walton-on-Thames, United Kingdom • 10 Jan 2026

Event overview

The Chilli Flamingo Run takes place at Xcel SPORTS HUB Stadium, Waterside Drive, Walton on Thames, Surrey. It is a timed, multi-lap event on an out-and-back course alongside the River Thames. Entrants may run for up to a 7 hour time limit. Places are limited.

Distances

  • 5 km
  • 10 km
  • Half marathon
  • Marathon
  • Ultra

Participants register for one or more laps of a single lap length of 5.3 km (3.28 miles). The minimum distance is 3.28 miles or the distance a participant can complete within the 7 hour limit.

Course and format

The course is off-road trail on a riverside towpath. The organiser describes the overall course as having no elevation gain or loss, making it flat. The event uses a flexible "rock up and run" approach with a one hour start window; special start time requests may be accommodated depending on the chosen distance.

Entries and services

Entry types include affiliated and unaffiliated prices, and a lower-priced "no medal" entry option priced at £20 alongside standard entries. The event offers aid stations, timed results published the same day, athlete profiles, digital BIBs, and digital finisher certificates. Distance restrictions apply to participants aged 20 or under in line with UK Athletics rules. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

5 km
Lap (5.3 Km) / 3.28 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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