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Phoenix Running - Brimscombe

Name: Phoenix Running - Brimscombe
Start: 2026-08-18
End: 2026-08-18
Location: Brimscombe

Brimscombe, United Kingdom • 18 Aug 2026

Phoenix Running - Gloucestershire Choose Your Own

This timed event takes place on Tuesday 18 August 2026 in Stroud, Gloucestershire, GL5 4UN. Entry fees are listed as £37.95 for affiliated runners and £39.95 for unaffiliated runners. A no medal option is available.

Participants choose the distance they want to run along a 3.28 mile out and back route beside the Stroud Waterways canal at Ebley Wharf. Runners and walkers may complete as many or as few laps as they wish, with a seven hour time limit for the event.

The event uses a flexible rock up and run format with a one hour start window. The organiser can accommodate special start time requests depending on the planned distance. The organiser states that completing one lap is recognised as a finisher.

Distance restrictions apply to participants aged 20 or under in line with UK Athletics rules. Places are described as strictly limited. Further terms and conditions and full event details are provided by the organiser. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom South West (England) Brimscombe

Race information

Registration

50 km

Ultra

Marathon

Half Marathon

10 km

10k

5 km

7 Hour Timed Run

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

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