Y2Y North Downs Trek / Run

Redhill, United Kingdom • 22 Mar 2026

Event overview

The Y2Y North Downs Trek / Run is a waymarked walk and run along the North Downs Way in Surrey on Sunday 22 March 2026. There are two route options:

  • 26.2 miles
  • 14 miles

Both routes finish at YMCA East Surrey in Redhill. The Marathon route starts in Guildford and the 14-mile route starts at Ranmore Common. The event is open to participants aged 18 and over.

Logistics and support

Transport is provided to both start points. The route is fully signed and GPX and Strava files are available for GPS devices. Each route will have experienced leaders and backmarkers for navigational support. Support stops supply water, hot drinks, squash, energy drinks and a variety of snacks; the Marathon includes three support stops and the half-marathon one support stop. The finish at YMCA East Surrey includes showers, changing facilities, cake and hot and cold drinks.

Entry fees are stated as £30 for the Marathon and £25 for the half-marathon. Fees include a commemorative medal, a technical t-shirt, and the listed support stops (the Marathon includes a bacon roll at the halfway support stop). A programme of free training walks and runs is offered. Funds raised through the event support YMCA East Surrey’s Life Change Fund; entry fees are used to cover event costs. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

26 mi
Marathon – 26.2 Miles
14 mi
Half-Marathon – 14 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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