Saturn Running - Staines-upon-Thames
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Event overview
Great British Bake Run 2026 is organised by Saturn Running and takes place at The Last Hop, Unit 2, Thames Edge Court, Clarence Street, Staines, TW18 4SU on 09/08/2026. The event is a 7 hour Time Challenge that lets participants choose how many laps to run. A reduced entry price of £23 is available only to members; members are guaranteed entry and receive a mini-me medal pin at events. Finishers who complete at least 3 km receive a cupcake medal that doubles as a fridge magnet. Special milestone events (for example 50th, 100th, 200th events) can be marked with a personalised running number and date.
Course, distances and facilities
The course runs along a stretch of the River Thames. It is fully signed and is mainly on well made paths and tarmac with a very short grass section. Road shoes are suitable year round. There are 3k and 5k turn points within the lap to allow compliance with UK Athletics age restrictions. The regular lap is 4.37 miles (about 7 km) and may be changed to a 3.28 mile loop depending on conditions.
- Minimum 3 km
- Half marathon - 3 laps
- Marathon - 6 laps
- Ultra - 7 or more laps
- 50 km option
Facilities at the start/finish area include toilets and changing rooms, an aid and drinks table each lap with a selection of snacks and vegan options, goody bags (including a vegan goody bag), unsecured bag drop, and parking at Bridge Street Car Park (Staines, TW18 4TP). Headphones are allowed. Final instructions and number pick up are provided on the day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.