Phoenix Running - Southwater

Southwater, United Kingdom • 18 Jan 2026

Event overview

The West Sussex - Red Robin Run takes place on Sunday 18 January 2026 at Southwater Park, Cripplegate Lane, Southwater, Horsham, West Sussex RH13 9UN. The organiser provides a themed Red Robin finisher's medal to all participants. Entry fees are listed as £37.95 for affiliated runners and £39.95 for unaffiliated runners. Places are limited.

Format and course

This is a timed event on a flat, compact trail (off road) on the Downs Link. The base loop is a 5 km (3.28 mile) out-and-back course. Participants may complete as many or as few laps as they wish, with a minimum distance of 3.1 miles (5 km) and a maximum determined by how far a runner can go within a full 7 hour time limit.

Distances and rules

  • 5 km
  • 10 km
  • Half marathon
  • Marathon
  • Ultra

Participants do not need to pre-declare their distance and can decide on the day. UK Athletics rules apply for distance restrictions for participants aged 20 or under; full terms and conditions are provided by the organiser. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Marathon
Marathon
Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
5 km
Ultra
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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