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Phoenix Fridays

Name: Phoenix Fridays
Start: 2026-07-10
End: 2026-07-10
Location: Walton-on-Thames

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

Event Format

Phoenix Fridays is a series of Friday running events with flexible start times. Runners can choose their own start time within a window, a format described as "rock up and run." The events are smaller in size and have a lower entry fee compared to the organizer's weekend events.

The Course

The event uses a timed format on a 5.3km (3.28 mile) out-and-back course along the River Thames. The terrain is a riverside towpath, which is an off-road trail. The course is flat with no elevation gain or loss.

Participation

Runners choose their own distance by completing laps. The minimum distance is one lap (3.28 miles). There is a 7-hour time limit to complete as many laps as desired, allowing for distances from 5km up to an ultra marathon. All finishers receive a medal.

Medals

A selection of the organizer's medals is available for finishers to choose from. The event is named "Medal Mad Friday" as part of this series. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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

Race information

Registration

Marathon

Half Marathon

10 km

10k

3 mi

Minimum Distance

5 km

Timed Event

Ultra

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

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Saturday Jun 13

Phoenix Running - Walton-on-Thames

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A timed multi-lap event on a flat 5.3 km out and back towpath course along the Thames offering distances from 5 km up to ultra with flexible start times, themed ducky incentives and a large spinning medal for finishers.