Saturn 7 Hour Time Challenge - Staines-upon-Thames
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Event details
The event is a 7 hour timed challenge that lets participants control their distance. The minimum distance is 3 km. A full lap is listed as 4.37 miles / 7 km and may change to a 3.28 mile loop depending on course conditions. The organiser notes lap-based examples: 3 laps for a half marathon, 6 for a marathon, 7 or more for an ultra, and a 50 km option is available. Maximum entrants: 300. Minimum age: 12 years. Anyone wishing to run over 45 km must be 20 years or older; 18 and 19 year olds may run up to 45 km. The course runs along a stretch of the River Thames, is fully signed, and is mainly well made paths and tarmac with a very short grass section. Road shoes are suitable.
Distances
- Minimum: 3 km (part of a lap)
- Full lap: 4.37 miles / 7 km (may change to 3.28 miles)
- Half marathon: 3 laps
- Marathon: 6 laps
- Ultra / 50 km: 7 laps or more / 50 km option
Practical information
Medals are awarded to all finishers who complete at least 3 km. Finishers receive 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. An aid table and drinks table are available at the start/finish of each lap with savoury, sweet, fruit, cheese and vegan items. Toilets and changing facilities are available at the venue and are open from 08:00. Parking is at Bridge Street Car Park, Staines, TW18 4TP. A non-secure bag drop is provided. Headphones are allowed. Number pick up is on race day at registration; final instructions are sent by email in the week before the event. Transfers and deferrals are allowed for set fees; entries close 15/05/2026. Entry fees: Affiliated £33.00, Unattached £35.00. Location: The Last Hop, Unit 2, Thames Edge Court, Clarence Street, Staines, TW18 4SU. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.