The Smurf Run

A Smurf-themed seven-hour timed running challenge along the River Thames in Staines with flexible distances from 3K to ultra and themed finisher rewards.

This Smurf-themed, super-inclusive 7-hour timed challenge takes place on a flat, fully signed Thames-side loop. Participants control their distance, from a fun 3K up to marathon and ultra options, with fuelling available at the start/finish of each lap and themed finisher rewards.

Date: Sunday 15 November 2026

Start time: 09:00

Distances & prices:

• 3K (£16-£18)
• 5K (£23-£27)
• 10K (£23-£27)
• Half Marathon (£23-£35)
• Marathon (£23-£35)
• 50K (£23-£35)
• Ultra Marathon (£23-£35)
• Time Challenge (£23-£35)

Location: Event HQ at Last Hop, Clarence Street, Staines-upon-Thames, Staines, Surrey TW18 4SU.