Phoenix Running - Walton-on-Thames
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Event details
The Doughnut Dash is an annual timed running event. Participants can run a 5.3 km out-and-back course along the Thames riverside towpath. The terrain is an off-road trail with no elevation change, making it a flat route.
Distances and format
This is a flexible-format event. Runners can choose their own distance by completing as many or as few laps as they wish within the time limit. There is no requirement to decide a distance in advance.
- Minimum distance: 3.28 miles (one lap).
- Common distance goals mentioned: 5km, 10km, half marathon, marathon, and ultra marathon.
Participant experience
The event includes doughnuts as part of the experience. All finishers receive a custom medal that is double-sided, magnetic, and has a reversible ribbon. The 2027 edition features new neon medal colors.
Registration
Places are limited and the event often sells out months in advance. Entry fees are £37.95 for affiliated runners and £39.95 for unaffiliated runners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
