Saturn Running - Staines-upon-Thames
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About the race
The Meerkat Meander is a seven hour Time Challenge event organised by Saturn Running at The Last Hop in Staines, on a stretch of the River Thames. The event is licensed by the Trail Running Association and is held under UK Athletics rules; UK Athletics club members are eligible for a small entry discount. Entry prices vary by distance.
The format gives participants full control over distance within the seven hour window. The minimum recognised finishing distance is 3 km. A full lap is described as 7 km (about 4.37 miles) though the course may be altered for safety. Laps include a 3 km turn point and a 5 km turn point to accommodate age-based distance rules. Typical distance examples offered include:
- 3 km
- 5 km
- 10 km
- Half Marathon
- Marathon
- 50 km
- Ultra Marathon
- Time Challenge entry
The course runs along mainly well made paths and tarmac with a short grass section, is fully signed, and road shoes are suitable year round. Finishers who complete at least 3 km receive a themed medal; additional distance pins are issued for half marathon distance and above. There is a goody bag option including a vegan selection, and an aid table with drinks and snacks at the start/finish of each lap. Members receive lower entry pricing, guaranteed entry and a mini medal pin. Venue facilities include toilets; parking is available at Bridge Street Car Park, Staines. A nonsecure bag drop is available and headphones are permitted. Final race information and number collection details are issued by email before the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
