Magna Carta Summer
From HermesRunning
- Date Sat 9th May 2026
- Time 08:30
- Location Wraysbury Skiff & Punting Club Riverside Egham Surrey TW20 0AA
- Price £37.36 - £58.59
- Races 3 races
- Distances 10km, Half Marathon, Marathon
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Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Magna Carta Summer event, organized by HermesRunning, on Saturday, May 9th, 2026. Set in the picturesque surroundings of Egham, Surrey, this marathon and half marathon will take you along the scenic River Thames, right near the historic site where the Magna Carta was signed by King John in 1215.
Participants can choose between two thrilling race distances: the full marathon and the half marathon. The marathon features a challenging yet beautiful lapped course, starting at the Wraysbury Skiff & Boating Club and including a 2.5-mile out-and-back loop to Staines Bridge, followed by multiple 5.3-mile sections leading to Old Windsor Lock. Runners will enjoy stunning views of iconic landmarks like the Queen Elizabeth statue and JFK Memorial along this fully runnable Thames Path trail. Each finisher will receive a bespoke Magna Carta medal, and prizes will be awarded for the top three male and female finishers. Don't miss this unique opportunity to run in a location steeped in history and beauty!
Participants can choose between two thrilling race distances: the full marathon and the half marathon. The marathon features a challenging yet beautiful lapped course, starting at the Wraysbury Skiff & Boating Club and including a 2.5-mile out-and-back loop to Staines Bridge, followed by multiple 5.3-mile sections leading to Old Windsor Lock. Runners will enjoy stunning views of iconic landmarks like the Queen Elizabeth statue and JFK Memorial along this fully runnable Thames Path trail. Each finisher will receive a bespoke Magna Carta medal, and prizes will be awarded for the top three male and female finishers. Don't miss this unique opportunity to run in a location steeped in history and beauty!
Magna Carta Summer
Sat 9th May 2026
Organiser's Description
The Magna Carta marathon is based in scenic Runnymede and is right near the site where the treaty of Magna Carta was agreed by King John of England and signed on 15th June 1215.
The race will start on the River Thames right next to the Race HQ which is the Wraysbury Skiff & Boating Club. It's a lapped course on one of the most scenic parts of the River Thames, and it will initially go out to Staines Bridge on a 2 x 2.5 mile out and back loop, followed by 4 out / back sections of 5.3 miles turning around at the Old Windsor Lock Check Point. The route is all completely runnable along this lovely stretch of the Thames Path trail and takes in some iconic views of the Queen Elizabeth statue, JFK Memorial, Magna Carta landmark, Old Windsor and the turnaround at the Old Windsor Lock.The course will be extremely well marked and there will be marshals at the initial turnaround point near Staines Bridge and at the half / marathon turnaround at Old Windsor Lock. All runners will receive a bespoke Magna Carta finishers medal, and prizes will be awarded for the M / F 1st, 2nd & 3rd places.
The Magna Carta half marathon is based in scenic Runnymede and is right near the site where the treaty of Magna Carta was agreed by King John of England and signed on 15th June 1215. The race will start on the River Thames right next to the Race HQ which is the Wraysbury Skiff & Boating Club. It's a lapped course on one of the most scenic parts of the River Thames, and it will initially go out to Staines Bridge on a 2.5 mile out / back loop, followed by 2 out / back sections of 5.3 miles turning around at the Old Windsor Lock Check Point. The route is all completely runnable along this lovely stretch of the Thames Path trail and takes in some iconic views of the Queen Elizabeth statue, JFK Memorial, Magna Carta landmark, Old Windsor and the turnaround at the Old Windsor Lock.The course will be extremely well marked and there will be marshals at the initial turnaround point near Staines Bridge and at the half / marathon turnaround at Old Windsor Lock. All runners will receive a bespoke Magna Carta finishers medal, and prizes will be awarded for the M / F 1st, 2nd & 3rd places.
The race will start on the River Thames right next to the Race HQ which is the Wraysbury Skiff & Boating Club. It's a lapped course on one of the most scenic parts of the River Thames, and it will initially go out to Staines Bridge on a 2 x 2.5 mile out and back loop, followed by 4 out / back sections of 5.3 miles turning around at the Old Windsor Lock Check Point. The route is all completely runnable along this lovely stretch of the Thames Path trail and takes in some iconic views of the Queen Elizabeth statue, JFK Memorial, Magna Carta landmark, Old Windsor and the turnaround at the Old Windsor Lock.The course will be extremely well marked and there will be marshals at the initial turnaround point near Staines Bridge and at the half / marathon turnaround at Old Windsor Lock. All runners will receive a bespoke Magna Carta finishers medal, and prizes will be awarded for the M / F 1st, 2nd & 3rd places.
The Magna Carta half marathon is based in scenic Runnymede and is right near the site where the treaty of Magna Carta was agreed by King John of England and signed on 15th June 1215. The race will start on the River Thames right next to the Race HQ which is the Wraysbury Skiff & Boating Club. It's a lapped course on one of the most scenic parts of the River Thames, and it will initially go out to Staines Bridge on a 2.5 mile out / back loop, followed by 2 out / back sections of 5.3 miles turning around at the Old Windsor Lock Check Point. The route is all completely runnable along this lovely stretch of the Thames Path trail and takes in some iconic views of the Queen Elizabeth statue, JFK Memorial, Magna Carta landmark, Old Windsor and the turnaround at the Old Windsor Lock.The course will be extremely well marked and there will be marshals at the initial turnaround point near Staines Bridge and at the half / marathon turnaround at Old Windsor Lock. All runners will receive a bespoke Magna Carta finishers medal, and prizes will be awarded for the M / F 1st, 2nd & 3rd places.
Races
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Marathon
Sat 9th May 2026 (08:30)
£58.59
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Half Marathon
Sat 9th May 2026 (09:00)
£47.97
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10km
Sat 9th May 2026 (09:15)
£37.36
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3 reviews
This was my perfect first marathon. The organisers were brilliant and welcoming. Everyone there was friendly and encouraging of each other and the supporters cheered everyone on. I also loved the scenary! There were some tight spots to pass fellow runners and walkers, however the route was very well planned and signposted. Other runners were all respectful of one another and made space for each other-brilliant vibes all around. Well done, Hermes Running club and thank you for a fantastic day!
The race was very well organised. A smaller event that was more personalised than many of the larger, corporate events. Scenery was very beautiful, drinks points at suitable intervals. The only reason it did not get a five star is that the course had parts to it where the paths were very narrow and you had to stop to allow other runners through which was not ideal - I accept that you cannot have lots of space all the time but it was a bit challenging on the day but overall I would say an event that other runners should attend 😊
CB
Christopher
·3 years ago
A lovely marathon along the Windsor Thames path. It's flat, but can be quite hard going, particularly towards the end of the race! Worth a go.
Location
Wraysbury Skiff & Punting Club, Riverside, Egham, TW20 0, United Kingdom
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