Phoenix Running - Weir Wood Reservoir
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Event
The West Sussex St Patrick’s Day Run takes place on Sunday 15 March 2026 at Weir Wood Sailing Club House, East Dam End, Weir Wood Reservoir, West Sussex, RH18 5HT. The organiser describes this edition as the first anniversary and notes the 2025 event sold out. Places are strictly limited and there is no on-the-day entry.
Distances and course
- 5 km
- 10 km
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- Ultra
The event uses a lap format on a 5.3 km (3.28 mile) out-and-back course along Weir Wood Reservoir. The minimum distance is 3.1 miles (5 km); participants may complete multiple laps up to a maximum running time of seven hours. The course is undulating, with elevation from 64 m to 84 m.
Entry options and services
Standard entry fees listed are £37.95 (Affiliated) and £39.95 (Unaffiliated). A no-medal entry option is offered at a flat £20. The organiser operates flexible rock-up-and-run start times within a start window and can accommodate special start-time requests depending on planned distance. Event services include aid stations, same-day results, athlete profiles, digital bibs and digital finisher certificates. Standard entries include a bespoke finisher's medal; a no-medal option is available to reduce cost. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
