PHOENIX - Dragon's Eye Race 1 - 2026
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable running experience at the PHOENIX - Dragon's Eye Race 1, organized by Phoenix Running, on Sunday, May 17th, 2026. Set in the stunning Hurtwood Park Estate in Cranleigh, Surrey, this multi-distance event offers something for everyone, with race options ranging from a 5km to a marathon and even ultra distances. Participants can complete as many laps as they wish around this beautiful estate within the overall 7-hour time limit, making it perfect for runners of all abilities. Enjoy the scenic looped course and take advantage of the fantastic aid station located just behind the main building, with easy access to the polo club facilities. Whether you aim to finish just one lap or push your limits to see how far you can go, every runner is celebrated as a winner, and everyone will receive a stunning bespoke finishers' medal. With places strictly limited, be sure to secure your spot early and prepare for a day filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit. Don't miss out on this amazing event!
About this event
We're delighted to have been invited back to the wonderful Hurtwood Park Estate for another Dragon's Eye event. We'll have our epic aid station set up just behind the beautiful main building with great access to the polo club facilities and the route is a stunning loop around the estate. This is a multi-distance event - from 5km to 10k, half to marathon to ultra, you can complete as many, or as few, laps of a looped course around the beautiful Hurtwood Park Estate within the overall 7 hour time limit. We welcome all abilities of runner - complete one loop and you're both a finisher and a winner in our eyes, or keep going and see how far you can get in the full 7 hour time limit and everyone gets the fabulous finishers' medal. The medal is one of our epic bespoke designs and you're not going to want to miss this one. Not sure? Well the beauty of this format is that you don't even need to decide in advance - simply come and run a lap and see how you feel on the day and keep on going if it feels right. Places will be strictly limited so don't leave it too late to enter. Minimum distance is 2.62 miles or as far as you can go in 7 hours. Off road trail, mostly flat through the estate.
Distances & Prices
| Distance | Price | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix - 5k | £27.00 | open |
| Phoenix - 10k | £29.00 | open |
| Phoenix - Half Marathon | £37.00 | open |
| Phoenix - Marathon | £39.00 | open |
| Phoenix - Ultra Marathon / 7-Hour Timed Event | £40.00 | open |
What's included
Come and join us for one of our very popular timed events, with a marathon specific option, where you choose from 5km to 10km, half marathon to ultra marathon, you can complete as many, or as few, laps as you like of a 2.62 mile lopped course through the beautiful Hurtwood Estate. We welcome all abilities of runner - complete one lap and you’re both a finisher and a winner in our eyes, or keep going and see how far you can get in the full 7 hour time limit and everyone gets our fabulous bespoke finishers’ medal.
The course
Minimum distance is 2.62 miles or as far as you can go in 7 hours. Off road trail, mostly flat through the estate.
Parking
Free parking
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FAQs
What do you stock at the Aid Station?
Selection of jelly sweets, crisps and pretzels along with Freddos. There is a good chance of cake and, if the weather is hot, ice lollies as well. Vegan options are clearly marked. Water, variety of squash and cola will be available.
Are spectators welcome?
Spectators are more than welcome! The Weir Pub is located right next to the start and finish line so offers an extremely convenient cheering on point for spectators. The Weir offers cold drinks, hot drinks and food from 11am. There is also a café located at the nearby Xcel Leisure Centre. The Weir offers hotel rooms for those wishing to stay over but please book early as it always sells out.
How many laps for my distance?
Complete 1 lap and you’re both a finisher and a winner in our eyes! Complete 4 laps for a half marathon distance. Complete 8 laps for a full marathon distance, recognised by the 100 Marathon Club. Complete 9+ laps for an ultra marathon distance.
Flexible Start times?
We offer flexible start times, simply come to the start area ready to run so we can check you in and set you off as soon as you’re ready.
Toilets and Facilities?
There are toilets in the Weir Pub, which will be open for our use from 8:00am. There are also toilets in the Xcel Leisure Centre that are available from 7:00am.
Can I leave my bag at the aid station?
We have no ‘official’ baggage check in facility; however you can leave small bags and your own items in the grassy area nearby at your own risk – these will be easily accessible to you during and throughout the event.
What is the event cut-off?
The cut-off time is 3:30pm by which time you should be finished running.
Who are Phoenix Running?
Phoenix Running are now in their 11th year of organising events in the South-East of England. We’re all about being inclusive; it’s about great routes, great medals and above else, great people. We believe it’s all about encouraging and enabling runners to achieve things that perhaps they once thought were impossible, whether that’s your first 5km, 5 mile or 50 km run, we’ll support you to success. Small steps lead to bigger things and everyone starts at the beginning. Who knows where the journey may take you?
Price rises soon
£27.00 – £40.00
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