Roly's Run

Swanmore, United Kingdom • 16 Nov 2025

Roly's Run 2025

Roly's Run takes place on Sunday 16 November 2025 in the Meon Valley, Hampshire. Race headquarters is Swanmore Village Hall, New Road, Swanmore, SO32 2PF. Entries opened 20 March 2025 and close 10 November 2025. The event is currently full; new entries are placed on a waiting list. Entries so far: 300. Waiting list entries: 5.

Race details

Distances offered:

  • 15.5 mile (463 m ascent)
  • 21.5 mile (712 m ascent)
  • 40 mile (1,266 m ascent; 10 hour cut-off)

Entry fees vary by distance and membership status: 15/20 mile - £30 (UKA member) / £32 (non-member); 40 mile - £50 (UKA member) / £52 (non-member). Walkers are permitted in the 15/20 mile events. On the day competitors may swap between the 15 and 20 mile options. Minimum ages apply for each distance.

All courses form a clockwise loop from Swanmore, passing Beacon Hill, Exton, Meonstoke and sections of the South Downs Way, with the 40 mile route extending to East Meon, Ramsdean and Butser Hill before returning. The route is about 80% trail, includes climbs and some sections that can be tricky underfoot after rain. Courses will be waymarked and a current GPX file will be available before the event. Checkpoints are fully stocked. The event is held under UKA rules and no dogs are allowed on the route. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

40 mi
40 Mile
22 mi
21.5 Mile
16 mi
15.5 Mile
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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