Saturn Running - Staines-upon-Thames
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Pop Up Ghost Run
Saturn Too runs the Pop Up Ghost Run at The Last Hop in Staines. The event offers a choice of medals from past events rather than a single set medal; completing at least 3 km makes a participant an official finisher and earns a medal.
This is a 7 hour Time Challenge that lets runners choose their distance. A full lap is 4.37 miles (about 7 km) but may change to a 3.28 mile loop depending on course conditions. The course includes 3 km and 5 km turn points to help younger runners meet UK Athletics distance rules. Under UK Athletics age restrictions runners may complete as many laps as they like; 3 laps equals a half marathon, 6 laps a marathon, 7 or more laps an ultra. A 50 km option is available. The event is licensed by the Trail Running Association and held under UK Athletics rules.
The route 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, so road shoes are suitable year round.
Distances available include:
- 3 km minimum distance
- 5 km
- 10 km
- Half Marathon (3 laps)
- Marathon (6 laps)
- 50 km and Ultra options
- 7 hour Time Challenge
There is an aid and drinks table at the start and finish of each lap with savoury, sweet, fruit, cheese and vegan items. Finishers receive a goody bag with a vegan option. The Last Hop has toilets but no separate changing rooms or showers; downstairs toilets can be used for changing. Parking is available at Bridge Street Car Park in Staines TW18 4TP. A bag drop is available but is not secure. Headphones are allowed. Members have lower entry prices, guaranteed entry and a mini-me medal pin; UK Athletics club members receive a £2 discount. The event is organised by Saturn Too Limited. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
