Running Trail Events

Regent's Park is the perfect setting for a fast and traffic-free Sunday morning 10k. The course covers an accurately measured 10k route wholly within the park and attracts runners of all abilities.

Join us for the Shere 42k, 21k, and 10k, well-established trail running events set in the stunning Surrey Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Whether you are looking for a scenic 10k, a new challenge with the 21k, or a full 42k marathon, this event offers something for all levels of trail runners. Race Options: • 10k: A picturesque route with a 123m ascent, passing through woodland and undulating trails before returning to Shere. One drink station. • 21k (New for 2025): Following the same start as the 42k, this route takes in sections of the North Downs and Ranmore, with an elevation of 543m. Three drink stations. • 42k: A rewarding trail marathon with 1,300m elevation, covering some of the best viewpoints in the area, including Leith Hill, Holmbury Hill, Pitch Hill, St Martha’s Hill, and Newlands Corner. Seven drink stations. What to Expect: • Chip-timed event with clearly marked routes and marshals at key points • Medals and free buffs for all finishers • Spot prizes and awards for race winners • Water stations: 10k (1), 21k (3), 42k (6) • Morning coffee, pastries, and post-race food • Brands who will be at the Event Village include,Instinct, La Sportiva, Topo, Leki,   VJ Shoes, Ultimate Direction, Knockaround Sunglasses • Free parking for runners and spectators Event Schedule: • Registration from 7:30 AM is in the Pavilion at the top of the Rec • 42k Marathon: Start 9:00 AM  • 21k Half Marathon: Start 9:30 AM  • 10k: Start 10:00 AM The Race starts and finishes at the cricket pavilion. Entries will be available on the day (cash only), though medals cannot be guaranteed for late entries. Please click on BLUE tab on the left for more information including .gpx files for each race Training Runs To help you prepare, we will host fortnightly Sunday morning trail runs covering sections of the route. More details will be shared closer to the event. Places To Stay Click here to find Places To Stay Nearby 2025 Race Pictures Click here to see this years race photos Rules Click here to read the event rules

Phoenix Running Crystal Palace is inviting you to join us for 'Retro Run’ in Crystal Palace Park. Grab your family and friends for a retro run style, it’s time to move. Come join us and get this lovely medal. This timed event is 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 2.65km (1.65 mile) along Crystal Palace Park. We welcome all abilities of runner - complete two 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 time limit of 7 hours and everyone gets the fabulous bespoke finishers' medal. The beauty of this format is that you don't even need to decide in advance, simply come and run 2 laps and see how you feel on the day and keep on going if it feels right. The course will be well marked, minimum distance is 3.30 miles or as far as you can go in the time limit. Off road trail. A great park to run around with good tarmac and gravel pathways. Age limit - 18 years old and above. This event is licensed by Trail Running Association and will adhere to the UK Athletics rules. The course is path, we recommend road/trail shoes depending on the weather. The course features a series of gentle undulations with challenging steep sections that rise sharply, creating a dynamic and varied landscape for participants to navigate. Entries will be limited so please don't leave it too late to sign up.

Our route follows the park’s smooth pathways alongside legendary monuments, statues and memorials - and past the famous Serpentine Lake. Take in the views across the lake as you embrace the open air and admire the rose gardens, meadows and wildfowl.