Roly's Run
Always double-check with the organizer's website! This page may contain affiliate links.
Event information
Roly's Run 2025 is scheduled for 16 November 2025 in the Meon Valley, Hampshire. Race headquarters are at Swanmore Village Hall, New Road, Swanmore, SO32 2PF. Entries open 20 March 2025 and close 10 November 2025. Entries so far: 214 participants. Entry fees: UKA members pay £30 for the 15/20 mile options and £50 for the 40 mile; non-members pay £32 and £52 respectively.
Distances:
- 15.5 mile (463 m ascent)
- 21.5 mile (712 m ascent)
- 40 mile (1,266 m ascent; 10 hour cut-off)
Course and rules
All courses run a clockwise loop starting at Swanmore and pass Beacon Hill, Exton and Meonstoke. The 20/40 mile routes use the South Downs Way and include Winchester Hill; the 40 mile route extends to East Meon, Ramsdean and Butser Hill before returning. From Meonstoke all participants follow an old railway line back to Swanmore via Droxford. The finish is at the village hall where hot drinks and food will be available.
The course is about 80% trail with some climbing and sections that can be tricky underfoot in wet conditions (loose stones, tree roots, chalky slippery descents). Checkpoints will be fully stocked. Routes will be waymarked and a current GPX file will be available before the event. The event is run under UKA rules. No dogs are allowed on the route. Age limits: 17+ for the 15 mile event, 18+ for the 20 mile event, 20+ for the 40 mile event. Organiser: CHALK & MUD TRAIL RUNNING LTD. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.