Surrey Hills Half Marathon
Guildford, United Kingdom • 3 Jun 2026
Surrey Hills Half Marathon
This is a guided trail half marathon that starts and finishes in Guildford, Surrey. The route covers 13 miles and includes sections of the North Downs Way with visits to St Martha's Church and hill, the village of Shere, Newlands Corner and Hackhurst Downs. The exact route varies by date.
The event is run as a group and is not a race. Runners should be able to sustain an average pace of about 10 minutes per mile on trails for prolonged periods. A full kit list is provided before the run. For the evening date, Silva head torches are available for use and there are Salomon trail shoes available to test.
Practical details provided by the organiser include a meeting point at St Martha's Hill in Guildford, a car park on site, and a short run or taxi ride from the nearest train station. The listed entry fee is £25 per person. The organiser offers both weekend dates and a midsummer evening option; specific dates are published for each run. A complimentary alcohol free beer may be available at the finish subject to availability.
Further logistical information and safety guidance are provided to participants ahead of each run. The activity is aimed at runners who prefer guided group trail running, including those new to trails or who do not feel comfortable running alone. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.