Y2Y North Downs Trek / Run
Redhill, United Kingdom • 22 Mar 2026
Y2Y North Downs Trek / Run : YMCA East Surrey
The Y2Y North Downs Trek / Run is organised by YMCA East Surrey and takes place on 22 March 2026. The event follows the North Downs Way through Surrey countryside and is now in its 19th year. It is open to people aged 18 and over. There are two route options:
- 26.2 miles, starts in Guildford, finishes at YMCA East Surrey in Redhill
- 14 miles, starts at Ranmore Common, finishes at YMCA East Surrey in Redhill
Entry fees are £30 for the marathon and £25 for the half-marathon. The marathon entry includes a commemorative medal, a technical t-shirt, and three support stops (one supply listed as a bacon roll at the halfway point). The half-marathon entry includes a commemorative medal, a technical t-shirt, and one support stop.
Route, support and facilities
The route is fully signed and GPX and Strava files are available for GPS navigation. Transport is provided to both start points. Each route will have experienced leaders and backmarkers for navigational support. Support stops on the course provide water, hot drinks, squash, energy drinks and a variety of snacks. The finish at YMCA East Surrey in Redhill offers showers, changing facilities, cake and hot and cold drinks. Free training walks and runs are organised to help participants prepare. The entry fee covers event organisation; there is no minimum fundraising target. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.