Phoenix Running - Ardingly
Ardingly, United Kingdom • 21 Jun 2026
Phoenix West Sussex - Sunflowers Run
Phoenix Running West Sussex stages a lap-based timed event at Ardingly Reservoir, held as part of a four-race summer series. The course is an out-and-back route around the reservoir edge with a single lap of approximately 7 km (4.35 miles); participants may complete one or more laps.
Available race distances include:
- 5 km
- 10 km
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- Ultra
The minimum recorded distance is 3.1 miles (5 km). Runners may continue for as long as they wish up to the overall seven hour time limit. Surface conditions are off road on compact trail with undulating terrain.
Phoenix Running West Sussex offers flexible start arrangements described as a "rock up and run" format to allow varied start times. Event services include chip timing, an aid station, same-day results publication and athlete profiles in Phoenix World. All attended and virtual participants are eligible for a finisher memento; a lower-priced no-medal entry option is available. Entry fees listed include a standard unaffiliated fee and a reduced no-medal fee for the lower-cost option.
The event location is Ardingly Activity Centre, Ardingly Reservoir, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 6SQ. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.