PHOENIX - Riverside Marathon & Half Marathon

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  • Date Sat 29th November 2025
  • Time 08:30
  • Location Sunbury on Thames, Middlesex
  • Price £33.50
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances Half Marathon, Marathon

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Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of running at the PHOENIX - Riverside Marathon & Half Marathon, organized by Phoenix Running! Taking place on Saturday, November 29th, 2025, in the picturesque setting of Sunbury on Thames, Middlesex, this event promises an unforgettable experience along the scenic River Thames.

Participants can choose between the marathon and half marathon, completing either 4 or 8 laps along an accurately measured and UKA certified route. The flat and fast course, featuring a lovely off-road trail along the riverside towpath, is perfect for runners of all levels looking to achieve personal bests. As part of the Firebird four-race series 2024, this event is not only a fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself but also to enjoy a supportive community atmosphere. With medals awarded to all finishers and limited places available, be sure to secure your spot early for this amazing running adventure!

PHOENIX - Riverside Marathon & Half Marathon

Sat 29th November 2025

Three triangular medals with red and black designs hang on a wooden background. Each medal features a stylized flame and bird logo with the text "PHOENIX Running." The ribbons are red with "Phoenix Running" printed in white. A group of runners, smiling and jubilant, stands beneath a "Phoenix Running" tent, showcasing their medals. They are dressed in colorful athletic gear, some wearing tutus and vibrant accessories, with trees providing shade in the background. A group of people in athletic gear are gathered outside "The Weir" pub on a sunny day. Some are sitting at picnic tables, while others stand and chat. In the background, there are more people, trees, and parts of the pub building. The atmosphere is casual and lively. A large group of runners, both men and women, are starting a race on a tree-lined path. They are wearing athletic gear with visible bib numbers. The atmosphere is energetic as they begin their run in a marathon event. The sky is overcast, and trees can be seen in the background. A group of 17 runners pose together outdoors on a sunny day. They are wearing athletic gear, some with medals around their necks. Trees and a river are visible in the background, adding to the scenic setting. All the runners appear to be in high spirits.

Organiser's Description

Accurately Measured & UKA Certified Route.

This is a beautiful low key jaunt along the River Thames from Walton on Thames towards Hampton Court and back. Runners complete either 4 or 8 laps for the half marathon or marathon distance.

This is half marathon and marathon race 3 in our Firebird four-race series 2024.

Medals to all finishers.

Places will be strictly limited so don't leave it too late to enter.

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

Races

  • Marathon

    £33.50

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    Booking for more than 1?
  • Half Marathon

    £33.50

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    Booking for more than 1?

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1 review

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Neil

·5 years ago

Nice low-key friendly run. After the Athens marathon last week, this one was a complete contrast. Really low key, can't have been more than 160 runners, but it had such a friendly atmosphere amongst people who obviously run with Rphoenix runners on a regular basis. A simple out and back course of about 6.5 miles which is then run 4 times for the marathon distance. The route takes you along the banks of the River Thames so quite a pretty route, but once you've done it a couple of times the scenery gets a bit tired. We had a lovely crisp day to run, the towpath was flat and fairly dry all the way. Plenty of encouragement from fellow runners, there was a real feel of camaraderie. Well organised with an aid station either end of the route stocked with all sorts of yummy goodies. Also great to see they run a system where you use a refillable cup to avoid litter. Parking at the Xcel leisure centre was free and you could use showers afterwards. All in all a cracking run, will definitely lookout for more of their runs in the future.

Location

KT12 2JB Towpath, Sunbury on Thames, United Kingdom

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