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London West Spartan Weekend

Name: London West Spartan Weekend
Start: 2027-05-15
End: 2027-05-16
Location: Hambleden

Hambleden, United Kingdom • 15-16 May 2027

London West Spartan Weekend - Henley on Thames

The event takes place May 15 - 16, 2027, at Culden Faw in Henley-on-Thames. It is an obstacle course race weekend described as a Trifecta through the town's historic landmarks and a riverside course. Multiple race formats are staged over the two days with varied distances and obstacle counts.

Sprint: 5 km, 20 obstacles
Super: 10 km, 25 obstacles
Beast: 21 km, 30 obstacles
Kids Race: 1–3 km with obstacles
Spectator access available

The Sprint is listed for both Saturday and Sunday. The Beast is scheduled for May 15 and the Super for May 16; the Kids Race is on Saturday. Starting prices are shown for each distance. Participant feedback is summarized with a 4.7 rating based on six racer testimonials and mentions the course layout, obstacles, hills, and available facilities. Event information sections include arrival and heat times, volunteer options, accommodation guidance, and a race schedule. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom South East (England) Hambleden

Race information

Registration

Half Marathon

Beast

10 km

Super

5 km

Sprint

Kids Race

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

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