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Name: Phoenix Running - Walton-on-Thames
Start: 2026-03-15
End: 2026-03-15
Location: Walton-on-Thames

Walton-on-Thames, United Kingdom • 15 Mar 2026

Event overview

Phoenix Running's Octopus Run takes place on Sunday 15 March 2026 at Xcel SPORTS HUB Stadium, Waterside Drive, Walton on Thames, Surrey, KT12 2JG. The event is part of an "ocean series" and includes a bespoke finishers' medal for those who complete their chosen distance.

Distances and course

Participants may choose how many laps to run of a 5.3 km (3.28 mile) out-and-back course along the River Thames towpath. The course is off-road trail on a riverside towpath with no overall elevation gain or loss. The minimum distance is one lap (3.28 miles) or as far as a runner can go within the event's 7 hour time limit.

5 km
10 km
Half marathon
Marathon
Ultra

Entry and event services

Entry prices listed are £37.95 (affiliated) and £39.95 (unaffiliated), with a 'no medal' entry option at a flat £20. The event offers flexible "rock up and run" starts within a one hour start window and can accommodate special start time requests depending on distance. Services include an aid station, same-day results, athletes' profiles, digital BIBs, and digital finishers' certificates. UK Athletics distance restrictions apply for participants aged 20 or under; full terms and conditions are available from the organiser. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom South East (England) Walton-on-Thames

Race information

Registration

5 km

5.3 Km Lap

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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