Saturn Running - Staines-upon-Thames
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Event overview
The Giraffe Gallop is organised by Saturn Running and is held 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 far to run between a 3 km minimum and longer distances up to ultra distances. A reduced entry price of £23.00 is available only to members; general entry prices range from £18.00 to £35.00.
Course, distances and facilities
The course runs along a stretch of the River Thames. It is fully signed and mainly on well made paths and tarmac with a very short grass section; road shoes are suitable year round. A full lap is stated as 4.37 miles (7 km) but may change to a 3.28 mile loop depending on course conditions. The organisers provide a 3 km turn point and a 5 km turn point within the lap to accommodate UK Athletics age rules. Some distances require minimum ages and entries are subject to UK Athletics restrictions.
Distances offered:
- 3 km
- 5 km
- 10 km
- Half Marathon
- Marathon
- 50 km
- Ultra Marathon
- Time Challenge (7-hour)
Finishers who complete at least 3 km receive a giraffe medal. Distance pins are awarded for half-marathon distance and above. There is an aid/drinks table at the start/finish of each lap with savoury and sweet snacks and vegan options, a goody bag with a vegan choice, toilets and changing facilities at the venue, parking at Bridge Street Car Park, and a non-secure bag drop. Headphones are allowed. Final race instructions and number pick up are provided around race day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
