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Roly's Run

Swanmore, United Kingdom • 16 Nov 2025

Roly's Run is an annual trail running event held in the scenic Meon Valley and South Downs Way, Hampshire, in memory of ultra-runner Rich Walklate (Roly). The 2025 edition offers three distance options: 15.5, 21.5, and 40 miles, featuring challenging ascents of 463m, 712m, and 1266m respectively. The courses form a clockwise loop starting and finishing at Swanmore Village Hall, passing through Beacon Hill, Exton, Meonstoke, and Winchester Hill, with the longer routes extending to East Meon, Ramsdean, and Butser Hill. Approximately 80% trail, the terrain includes climbs and potentially tricky sections, especially in wet conditions. The event welcomes both runners and walkers, providing fully stocked checkpoints and a supportive atmosphere for novices and veterans alike. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom South East (England) Swanmore

Race information

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40 mi
1266 m+
40 Mile
22 mi
712 m+
21.5 Mile
16 mi
463 m+
15.5 Mile
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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