Saturn Running - Midweek Chasing Numbers
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Saturn Running - Midweek Medal Madness Run August 2026
Saturn Too stages a midweek Time Challenge at The Last Hop in Staines. The event runs as a seven hour Time Challenge that lets participants choose their distance. The minimum distance recorded as a finisher is 3km. A full lap is listed as 7km (4.37 miles) but may be changed to a 3.28 mile loop depending on course conditions. Turn points for 3k and 5k are provided to help comply with UK Athletics age rules. Lap counts given are three laps for a half marathon, six for a marathon and seven or more for an ultra; a 50km option is available.
The course follows a stretch of the River Thames and is fully signed. About 60 percent of the route is on well made path or tarmac, with the remainder on grass and light trail that can become muddy. Road shoes are suitable year round; trail shoes are an option for extra grip. The regular course layout may change after health and safety review or landowner approval.
Finishers who complete at least 3km receive a medal. Distance pins are awarded for half marathon and longer distances and are attached to the medal ribbon. All finishers receive a goody bag and a vegan goody bag option is available. An aid and drinks table is provided at the start and finish of each lap with a selection of savoury, sweet, fruit, cheese and vegan items.
Toilets are available at The Last Hop but there are no separate changing rooms or showers. Parking is available at Bridge Street Car Park, Staines TW18 4TP. A non secure bag drop is provided. Headphones are allowed and participants are asked to be considerate of other public footpath users. Members receive the lowest entry price, a guaranteed place and a mini-me medal pin. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
