PHOENIX - Summer Sun Run

Join us for the exhilarating PHOENIX - Summer Sun Run, hosted by Phoenix Running, on Saturday, July 4th, 2026, at the stunning Denbies Wine Estate in Dorking, Surrey. This vibrant event invites runners of all abilities to tackle a scenic 5.3km (3.28 mile) looped course, where you can choose your distance—from a leisurely 5km to an ambitious ultra marathon—within a generous 7-hour time limit. Whether you complete one lap or go for multiple, every participant will earn a fabulous bespoke finisher's medal, celebrating your accomplishments. Embrace the flexibility of our unique 'rock up and run' start times within a one-hour window, allowing you to start at your convenience without the stress of waiting. For those looking for budget-friendly options, we’re introducing a 'no medal' entry for just £20, ensuring everyone can join in the fun while keeping costs manageable. With a focus on community and inclusivity, this event is perfect for casual joggers and seasoned athletes alike. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run through the picturesque landscapes of Denbies Wine Estate—register early, as places are limited!

We're absolutely delighted to be back at the wonderful Denbies Wine Estate for our Summer Sun Run with an epic sized medal for your efforts! This is one of our timed events where you choose - from 5km to 10k, half to marathon to ultra you can complete as many, or as few, laps as you like of a 5.3km, 3.28 mile, looped course around the beautiful Denbies Wine 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 bespoke finishers' medal. We also operate our uniquely flexible 'rock up and run' start times within a 1 hour start window, so no waiting around if you arrive early and no added pressure if you're running a bit late. If you have any special start time requirements then just get in touch because depending on the distance you are planning to run we can pretty much accommodate all start time requests. Whilst Phoenix Running is very much about the bling and our medals are second to none, we're also acutely conscious that events can be expensive to enter and times are tough right now. We're now in our 13th year of fixed prices for our standard themed events, but to try and do our bit we're trailing a 'no medal' entry option at a flat £20. We cover our base costs, you get a run with all the usual Phoenix support, epic aid station, same day results published, athletes profiles, Phoenix World, digital BIBs, digital finishers certificates, etc, etc but without a medal we can keep the price low for this entry option. 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 3.28 miles or as far as you can go in 7 hours. Undulating and hilly off road trail, through the wine estate.