The Martian Race

Woking, United Kingdom • 21 Jun 2026

Event overview

The Martian Race is an annual running event at Horsell Common, Woking. The 2026 event is scheduled for 21 June 2026 and this will be the race’s seventh year. The route passes through the historic sandpits on Horsell Common, the location referenced in H.G. Wells’ novel The War of the Worlds. The race is organised entirely by volunteers, many of whom are local runners, and all proceeds are distributed to local charities selected by the Woking Lions. The last run raised over £20,000 for local charities.

Horsell Common is privately owned common land with public access; almost half of the common is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). Organisers state that routes are chosen to respect local flora and fauna, races are kept litter free, and there is a pledge to avoid single-use plastics.

Race categories and logistics

  • 21k Martian Race - open to entrants aged 17 and over on 21/06/2026; entry £31.
  • 10k Martian Race - open to entrants aged 16 and over on 21/06/2026; entry £22.
  • 5k Martian Race - open to entrants aged 12 and over on 21/06/2026; entry £16.
  • 2k Mini Martian Kids Race - open to entrants aged between 4 and 13 on 21/06/2026; entry £7.

The start and finish will be at the McLaren Technology Centre. Car parking will be at the McLaren car park, approximately a five minute walk from the event village and start line; parking spaces are limited. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

21 km
21k Martian Race 2026
10 km
10k Martian Race 2026
5 km
5k Martian Race 2026
2k Mini Martian Kids Race 2026
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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