Saturn Running - Midweek Chasing Numbers
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Event
Midweek Medal Madness Run is organised by Saturn Too Limited, a franchise partner of Saturn Running. The event at Wraysbury Skiff and Punting Club, Riverside, Egham TW20 0AA is held as a 7 hour Time Challenge. Entrants may choose how many laps to run, with a minimum distance of 3 km to be classed as a finisher. Members have a £20 entry option, guaranteed entry, and receive a mini-me medal pin at each event. General entry prices range from £18 to £27.
Distances and course
- 3km
- 5km
- 10km
- Half Marathon
- Marathon
- 50km
- Ultra Marathon
- Time Challenge
A full lap is listed as 4.37 miles (about 7 km) but may change to a 3.28 mile loop depending on course conditions. It is 3 laps for a half marathon, 6 for a marathon, and 7 or more laps for an ultra. The lap contains 3k and 5k turn points to help younger runners meet UK Athletics distance rules.
Facilities and other details
The course follows a stretch of the River Thames and is fully signed. About 60% is on a well-made path or tarmac, with the remainder on grass and light trail which can be muddy. Road shoes are suitable year round; trail shoes may help on trail sections. Toilets, changing facilities and a cafe are at race HQ. There is an unmanned bag drop and a pay-on-exit car park at Runnymede Pleasure Grounds. Aid and drinks tables are available at the start/finish of each lap. Finishers who complete at least 3 km receive a medal and distance pins for half-marathon and above. Headphones are allowed. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
