The River Dash

Shoreham-by-Sea, United Kingdom • 26 Apr 2026

Event details

The River Dash is held at The Adur Recreation Ground in Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex. The event offers the following distances:

  • 5K
  • 10K

The start and finish are at The Adur Recreation Ground on Brighton Road, BN43 5LT.

Course and facilities

Both routes follow the riverside and the Downs Link trail. Runners pass Shoreham Airfield, cross the Toll Bridge, then join the Downs Link. The 5K turns back earlier on the Downs Link; the 10K continues to a turnaround point near the Cement Works before returning to the Adur Recreation Ground. The course is very flat with virtually no elevation change. Surface types include pathway and very light trail.

The event uses chip timing and an accurately measured course. There are marshals, fully stocked aid stations, water along the route, toilets on site, bespoke finishers medals, and trophies for the first three finishers. Food trucks and spectator seating are provided. Transport options include a 10-15 minute walk from Shoreham-by-Sea train station and local bus services such as Route 700. On-site parking is reserved for event staff and emergency services; several public car parks and street parking are available within a 5-15 minute walk. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

42 km
Marathon
21 km
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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