Saturn Running - Staines-upon-Thames

JAN
24
2026
Join the Winter Lucky Dip Run in Staines on 24 January 2026 for a relaxed 7 hour time challenge along the River Thames with distances from 3 km to ultras. Finishers can pick a medal from past events and enjoy aid stations, refreshments and riverside views.
50 kilometers Marathon Half Marathon 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Event overview

The Winter Lucky Dip Run is organised by Saturn Running and takes place on 24 January 2026 at The Last Hop, Unit 2, Thames Edge Court, Clarence Street, Staines, TW18 4SU. The event is run as a 7-hour Time Challenge that lets participants choose how many laps to complete. Finisher status is awarded for completing at least 3 km. Medals are selected by finishers from a selection of past-event medals. Distance pins are issued for half-marathon distance and above.

Distances and entry

  • 3km - minimum distance to be an official finisher.
  • 5km - entrants aged 12 and over on 24/01/2026.
  • 10km - entrants aged 16 and over on 24/01/2026.
  • Half Marathon - entrants aged 17 and over on 24/01/2026.
  • Marathon - entrants aged 18 and over on 24/01/2026.
  • 50km - entrants aged 20 and over on 24/01/2026.
  • Ultra Marathon - entrants aged 18 and over on 24/01/2026.
  • Time Challenge - entrants aged 18 and over on 24/01/2026.

A full lap is described as 7 km (4.37 miles) but may be changed to a 3.28 mile loop depending on conditions. It is three laps for a half marathon, six laps for a marathon, and seven or more laps for an ultra; a 50km option is also available.

Course and facilities

The route runs along the River Thames on mainly paths and tarmac with a short grass section; it is fully signed and road shoes are suitable. Aid and drinks tables are available at the start/finish of each lap with savoury, sweet and vegan options. Toilets and changing facilities are provided at the venue. 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 path users. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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Ultra Marathon
50 km
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Marathon
Half Marathon
Half Marathon
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Time Challenge