Phoenix Running - Southwater

West Sussex Fireworks Flash

The Phoenix Running West Sussex - Fireworks Flash takes place in Southwater, Horsham, to mark the occasion of Fireworks night. The event is held at Southwater Park on a course following the Downslink. This specific route consists of a 3.28 mile (approx. 5.3 km) out-and-back loop on a flat, compact trail surface.

The event features a flexible distance format where participants are not required to decide their target distance in advance. Instead, runners can complete as many or as few laps as they choose within a 7-hour time limit. The minimum requirement for classification as a finisher is a single lap. This format supports a variety of traditional and non-traditional distances, including:

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

The event utilizes a flexible start time system, though all participants must conclude their run by mid-afternoon. According to UK Athletics rules, distance restrictions apply to any participants aged 20 or under. All finishers, regardless of the number of laps completed, receive a bespoke themed medal to commemorate the event. The course is off-road and maintains a flat profile throughout the trail. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.