PHOENIX - Remembrance Day Marathon & Half Marathon

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  • Date Sun 9th November 2025
  • Time 09:00
  • Location Sunbury on Thames, Middlesex
  • Price £39.95
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances Half Marathon, Marathon

Event summary

Join us for the PHOENIX Remembrance Day Marathon & Half Marathon on Sunday, November 9th, 2025, in the scenic Walton-on-Thames, Surrey. Organised by Phoenix Running, this event is a heartfelt tribute to those we remember, now in its 9th year. Runners can choose between a full marathon or a half marathon, both set against the stunning backdrop of the riverside towpath. The unique highlight of this event is the poignant 'race freeze' at 11:00 AM, where participants will pause for two minutes of silence in honor of Remembrance Day, before resuming their race at 11:02 AM.

With an emphasis on community and respect, this event promises an unforgettable experience, drawing not just runners but also walkers and even members of the public to share in this moving moment. Participants will be rewarded with our sought-after EPIC medals, which have become a hallmark of this event. Given the popularity of past years, early registration is strongly encouraged to secure your spot in this remarkable marathon and half marathon. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be part of a truly special day of remembrance and camaraderie!

PHOENIX - Remembrance Day Marathon & Half Marathon

Sun 9th November 2025

A textured gray stone plaque with the word "REMEMBER" engraved on it. Above, there is a circular design with a layer of red stones and silver metallic elements arranged decoratively. A group of people standing under a "PHOENIX Running" tent, smiling and holding up their hands in celebration. They are wearing running gear and medals, indicating participation in a running event. The background features trees and sunlight filtering through the foliage. A group of people in athletic gear gather outside The Weir pub on a sunny day. Some are seated at picnic tables while others stand and chat. The atmosphere appears relaxed and social, with greenery and a two-story building in the background. A large group of runners begins a race on a wooded path, some wearing brightly colored shirts with numbers pinned to them. Trees line the path in the background, and it appears to be spring based on the greenery and attire of the participants. 

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Organiser's Description

We're delighted to announce that our award winning Remembrance Day Marathon & Half Marathon event will be back again in 2025. Now in its 9th year, we hope you'll consider joining us for a very special run indeed and yet again, we've added a Half Marathon specific distance too, so that even more of you can get your hands on our famous Remembrance Day medals. The 2025 design is already done and is definitely our best yet!

Please note the entry fee is the same for both distances, and you'll be asked to select marathon or half marathon as part of the entry process. The epic medal and awesome support are the same for everyone.

In 2025, we're holding our annual Remembrance Day Marathon & Half Marathon on Remembrance Sunday 9th November.

This event is literally built around a unique 'race freeze' at 11.00am, where, at the sound of the horn blast, all runners stop to observe a 2 minute silence, resuming their race at exactly 11.02am when we sound 3 blasts of the horns. Even if you're a fast half marathon runner and plan to have finished before 11am, why not stay around to pay your respects and absorb the unique atmosphere at 11.00am.

An important note:
This is not an event with a 2 minute silence put in it - this is a 2 minute silence with an entire marathon & half marathon event built around it. It is the very heart and soul of this event and the reason it exists. It is a very moving, spine tingling experience to be part of and in past years members of the public, walkers, cyclists and even rowers on the river have put their oars up and joined in.

The medal?
Well, let's just say these are EPIC!

This event has always sold out in advance in previous years so please enter early. Places will be strictly limited.

Off road trail, the terrain is riverside towpath – 4 out and back laps equal the full marathon distance and 2 out and back laps make up a half marathon distance. The overall course has no elevation gain / loss making this a flat and fast route.

Races

  • Remembrance Day Half Marathon

    £39.95

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    Booking for more than 1?
  • Remembrance Day Marathon

    £39.95

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    Booking for more than 1?

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Location

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

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