Roly's Run
Swanmore, United Kingdom • 16 Nov 2025
Event details
Roly's Run 2025 takes place on 16 November 2025 in the Meon Valley, Hampshire. Race headquarters is Swanmore Village Hall, New Road, Swanmore, SO32 2PF. Entries open 20 March 2025 and close 10 November 2025; there were 250 entries at the time of this listing. The event is organised by CHALK & MUD TRAIL RUNNING LTD.
Entry fees shown are: UKA members and non-members for the shorter distances, and a higher fee for the 40 mile option. Walkers are welcome in the shorter events. The event will be held under UKA rules and no dogs are allowed on the route.
Course and distances
- 15.5 mile (463 m ascent) - £30 / £32
- 21.5 mile (712 m ascent) - £30 / £32
- 40 mile (1,266 m ascent, 10 hour cut off) - £50 / £52
All courses form a clockwise loop starting and finishing at Swanmore. Routes pass Beacon Hill, Exton, Meonstoke and use the old railway line, Droxford and parts of the South Downs Way. The 20 and 40 mile options include Winchester Hill; the 40 mile route extends to East Meon, Ramsdean and Butser Hill before returning.
The course is approximately 80% trail, with notable climbing and sections that can be tricky underfoot (loose stones, tree roots, slippery chalk paths) after wet weather. There will be fully stocked checkpoints and the course will be marked. An up-to-date GPX file will be available before the event. Age minimums apply: 17+ for 15 mile, 18+ for 20 mile, 20+ for 40 mile. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.