Saturn 7 Hour Time Challenge - Staines-upon-Thames
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Event details
The event is a 7-hour timed running challenge held on 11 April 2026 in Staines, TW18. It is limited to 300 entrants and entries close on 10 April 2026. The venue is The Last Hop, Thames Edge Court, Clarence Street, Staines. Minimum age to enter is 12 years.
Transfers are allowed online for £2.50 up to the day before the event. A deferral to another event is available for a one-off fee of £18. Final instructions and number pick up are handled on race day.
Distances
- Minimum distance: 3 km
- Lap: 4.37 miles / 7 km (may change to a 3.28 mile loop)
- Half marathon: 3 laps
- Marathon: 6 laps
- Ultra: 7 or more laps
- 50 km option available
Course and facilities
The course runs along a stretch of the River Thames. It is fully signed and mainly on well made paths and tarmac, with a very short grass section. Road running shoes are suitable. A 3k and 5k turn point are marked inside the lap to allow compliance with UK Athletics age rules.
There is an aid table at the start/finish area for each lap with savoury, sweet, fruit, cheese and vegan items. Finishers completing at least 3 km receive a marmite themed medal and a goody bag; a vegan goody bag option is available. Distance pins are issued for half-marathon and longer distances and are attached to the medal ribbon. Toilets and changing facilities are available at the venue. A non-secure bag drop is provided. Headphones are allowed. Parking is available at Bridge Street Car Park, Staines, TW18 4TP. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.