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.

PHOENIX - Candy Cane Run

From Phoenix Running

Saturday 12th December 2026

08:30

Walton-on-Thames

£22.00–£40.00 · 6 races

5km, 10km, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra

Event summary

Get ready to spread some holiday cheer at the PHOENIX - Candy Cane Run, organized by Phoenix Running, on Saturday, December 12th, 2026, in the picturesque Walton-on-Thames, Surrey. This festive running event invites participants of all abilities to take on a scenic out-and-back course along the beautiful River Thames, featuring flexible race distances from 5km, 10k, half marathon, all the way up to a full marathon or ultra. With a generous 7-hour time limit, you can choose to complete as many laps of the 5.3km course as you like, making it perfect for both seasoned runners and those new to the sport.

Embracing the spirit of the season, everyone who finishes will receive a stunning bespoke Christmas medal, celebrating your achievement in style. Phoenix Running also offers a unique 'rock up and run' start time option, allowing participants to begin their race within a one-hour window, ensuring a stress-free experience. For those looking to save, a 'no medal' entry option is available for just £20, providing all the usual Phoenix support without the added cost of a medal. With limited places available, don’t miss your chance to join this joyful celebration of fitness

Races

Phoenix - 5k

£27.00

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Phoenix - 10k

£29.00

0
Phoenix - Half Marathon

£37.00

0
Phoenix - Marathon

£39.00

0
Phoenix - Ultra Marathon / 7-Hour Timed Event

£40.00

0
No Medal - Phoenix - 7-Hour Timed Event

£22.00

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A £2.00 service charge is added per booking

Organiser's description

Phoenix Running is inviting you to join us for a Christmas Candy Cane Run with a brand new Christmas medal.

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, out and back, course along the beautiful river Thames. 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 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. Off road trail, the terrain is riverside towpath. The overall course has no elevation gain / loss making this a flat and fast route.

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Location

Waterside Drive, Walton-on-Thames, KT12 2, United Kingdom

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