Riverside Marathon & Half Marathon

Sunbury-on-Thames, United Kingdom • 29 Nov 2025

The Riverside Marathon & Half Marathon, organized by Phoenix Running, takes place in Walton on Thames, Surrey, along the scenic River Thames towpath. This UK Athletics certified event features flat, fast, and accurately measured courses with no elevation gain, ideal for runners seeking personal bests. Participants run either 4 laps for the half marathon or 8 laps for the full marathon, enjoying a peaceful riverside trail from Walton towards Hampton Court and back. The event is part of the Icebird/Firebird four-race series and offers medals to all finishers. Entry is limited, emphasizing a low-key, inclusive atmosphere for runners of all levels. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Marathon
Marathon
Half Marathon
Half Marathon
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Trail runs nearby

Join the Christmas Day Cracker Run, a friendly 7 hour time challenge along the Thames at Wraysbury. Run as many laps as you like from a short 3 km up to marathon and ultra distances, then celebrate with a festive goody bag and medal.

Join the Boxing Day Run, a spirited 3.5 mile route from the Devils Punch Bowl Hotel across Hindhead commons and up Gibbet Hill. Pick a competitive category or the fun Drinking Run with a pint at the two mile point.

Join a scenic 10 mile cross country in Hainault Forest on 28 December 2025, three undulating laps from Chigwell Row. Run in tribute to charity and enjoy a festive post Christmas challenge with entries open.

Frozen Phoenix Day 1 on 29 December 2025 offers a flat canalside course at Xcel SPORTS HUB in Walton on Thames. Pick 5 km, marathon or ultra, run laps and claim a rainbow plated finishers medal onsite or virtually.