Phoenix Running - Southwater
Southwater, United Kingdom • 15 Feb 2026
West Sussex - Violets Are Blue Valentines Run (15 February 2026)
Phoenix Running West Sussex is hosting the Violets Are Blue Valentines Run at Southwater Park, Cripplegate Lane, Southwater, Horsham, West Sussex, RH13 9UN on Sunday 15 February 2026. The event uses laps of a 5 km (3.28 mile) out-and-back course along the Downs Link. The surface is off road, compact trail, and the course profile is flat.
Format, entries and other details
- 5 km
- 10 km
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- Ultra
Participants may complete as many or as few 5 km laps as they wish. The minimum distance is 5 km (3.1 miles). A 7 hour time limit applies to how far a participant can run. The organiser operates flexible "rock up and run" start times. Entry fees listed are £37.95 (affiliated) and £39.95 (unaffiliated).
All participants receive a medal or memento. The event offers a blue "Love Spoon" medal that mirrors the Walton event medal. The organiser also provides a virtual participation option. Distance restrictions apply to participants aged 20 or under under UK Athletics rules; full terms and conditions are available from the organiser. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.