Saturn 7 Hour Time Challenge - Staines-upon-Thames
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SATURN TOO - Bank Holiday Madness May 2026
This is a 7 hour timed running event held by Saturn Too Limited on paths along the River Thames in Staines. The course is fully signed, mostly on tarmac and well-made paths with a short grass section. Road shoes are suitable.
Distances and laps:
- Minimum distance 3 km (part of a lap).
- Full lap 7 km or 4.37 miles (may change to a 3.28 mile loop).
- 3 laps = half marathon.
- 6 laps = marathon; 7+ laps = ultra. A 50 km option is available.
Aid and services: an aid table and drinks are provided at the start/finish of each lap with savoury, sweet, fruit, cheese and vegan items. The event issues themed medals to all finishers who complete at least 3 km and offers goody bags, including a vegan option. Distance pins are supplied for half-marathon and longer distances and are attached to the medal ribbon.
Logistics and rules: venue address is The Last Hop, Thames Edge Court, Clarence Street, Staines TW18 4SU. Parking is available at Bridge Street Car Park, TW18 4TP. Maximum entrants 300; entries close 03/05/2026. Minimum age 12 years. Runners over 45 km must be 20 years or older; 18–19 year olds may run up to 45 km. Headphones are allowed. The event is on public footpaths so runners should be considerate of other users.
Transfers and deferrals: online transfers cost £2.50 up to the day before; deferral to another event is £18. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.