Phoenix Fridays
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Event details
PHOENIX Fridays - Run for a Tenner Friday takes place on Friday 09 January 2026 at Xcel SPORTS HUB Stadium, Waterside Drive, Walton on Thames, Surrey, KT12 2JG. It is part of the PHOENIX Fridays series of timed events with flexible "rock up and run" start times. The advertised entry fees are £10 (affiliated) and £12 (unaffiliated). For this Run for a Tenner charity event, the £10 entry is stated as going into the Rays of Sunshine Children’s Charity. Places are strictly limited.
Course, distances and extras
The course is a 5.3 km (3.28 mile) out-and-back along the river Thames on a riverside towpath. The terrain is off-road trail and the overall course is described as having no elevation gain or loss. Participants may complete as many or as few laps as they choose within the event time limit.
Distances offered include:
- 5 km
- 10 km
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- Ultra
Minimum distance is 3.28 miles, or as far as a participant can go within 7 hours. All participants, attended or virtual, receive a physical giveaway medal or memento; this specific charity run features a double-sided Rays of Sunshine medal. UK Athletics age-related distance restrictions apply; full terms and conditions are provided by the organiser. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
