The Shere 42k Multi Terrain Event

Shere, United Kingdom • 12 Sep 2026

The Shere 42k, 21k & 10k Multi Terrain Event

The event takes place on 12 September 2026 at Shere Recreation Ground, Upper Street, Shere, Surrey, GU5 9JF. It is organised by Surrey Trek and Run and is set in the Surrey Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The race starts and finishes at the cricket pavilion. GPX files for each race are available.

Distances

  • 10k - 123 m ascent, woodland and undulating trails, one drink station.
  • 21k - 543 m elevation, sections of the North Downs and Ranmore, three drink stations.
  • 42k - 1,300 m elevation, passes Leith Hill, Holmbury Hill, Pitch Hill, St Martha’s Hill and Newlands Corner, six drink stations.

Logistics and race features

The event is chip-timed with clearly marked routes and marshals at key points. All finishers receive medals and free buffs. There are spot prizes and awards for race winners. On-course provisions include water stations, morning coffee and pastries, and post-race food. An Event Village will host several outdoor and running brands. Free parking is provided for runners and spectators. Entries are available on the day (cash only); medals cannot be guaranteed for late entries. Training runs will be held fortnightly on Sunday mornings to cover sections of the route.

Entry and eligibility

Early-bird entry prices listed are: 10k £25, 21k £35, 42k individual £45, 42k team of 3 £65. Prices increase on 1 June. Age limits on race day are: 10k 16+, 21k 17+, 42k 18+. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

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

Run the festive Christmas Jubilee River Run 2025, a pop up six hour event on a flat 5.24 mile out and back along the Jubilee River with views toward Windsor Castle. Places are limited and every finisher receives a bespoke medal.

Join the Christmas Day Cracker Run, a friendly 7 hour time challenge along the Thames at Wraysbury. Run as many laps as you like from a short 3 km up to marathon and ultra distances, then celebrate with a festive goody bag and medal.

Join the Boxing Day Run, a spirited 3.5 mile route from the Devils Punch Bowl Hotel across Hindhead commons and up Gibbet Hill. Pick a competitive category or the fun Drinking Run with a pint at the two mile point.

Join the Eartham Xmas Score on Saturday 27 December for 60 or 45 minute timed score courses across festive South Downs terrain. SO juniors enter free with a special code from the organiser for a family friendly orienteering challenge.