Magna Carta Summer

Egham, United Kingdom • 9 May 2026

Magna Carta Summer (Hermes Running)

The Magna Carta Summer event takes place on 9 May 2026 at the Wraysbury Skiff & Punting Club, Riverside, Egham, Surrey TW20 0AA. The event is based in Runnymede, near the historic Magna Carta landmark, and uses riverside sections of the Thames Path. The course passes views such as the Queen Elizabeth statue, the JFK Memorial, Old Windsor and the Old Windsor Lock turnaround.

Course and entry information

The races use lapped out-and-back sections along the River Thames with marked turnaround points and marshals at the Staines Bridge and Old Windsor Lock locations. All finishers receive a bespoke Magna Carta medal. Prizes are listed for male and female 1st, 2nd and 3rd places. Entry fees are shown in the event materials and range between £35 and £55 overall; specific prices vary by distance. The event has an average rating of 4.3 from 57 reviews.

Distances

  • 10 km (listed distance circa 10.09 km / 6.27 miles)
  • Half marathon (listed distance circa 13.14 miles)
  • Marathon (listed distance circa 26.35 miles)

Age limits are specified per distance: the 10 km and half marathon entries are open to entrants aged between 17 and 80 on 09/05/2026; the marathon is open to entrants aged between 18 and 80 on 09/05/2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

26 mi
Marathon
13 mi
Half Marathon
10 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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