The Shere 42k, Half Marathon & 10k
From Surrey Trek and Run
- Date Sat 6th September 2025
- Time 09:00
- Location Shere Recreation Ground, Upper Street, Shere, Surrey, GU5 9JF
- Price £25.00 - £75.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances 10km, Half Marathon, Marathon
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of trail running at The Shere 42k, Half Marathon & 10k, taking place on Saturday, 6th September 2025, in the picturesque Guildford, Surrey. Organized by Surrey Trek and Run, this well-established event invites runners of all abilities to explore the stunning Surrey Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Choose from three fantastic distances: the scenic 10k with a 123m ascent, the newly introduced 21k that takes you through beautiful sections of the North Downs and Ranmore, or tackle the challenging 42k marathon featuring breathtaking viewpoints like Leith Hill and Pitch Hill with a rewarding 1,300m elevation.
Participants can expect chip-timed races with clearly marked routes, plenty of hydration stations, and a festive atmosphere complete with medals and free buffs for all finishers. The event kicks off with registration at 7:30 AM at the Shere Village Hall, followed by the 42k marathon starting at 9:00 AM, the 21k Half Marathon at 9:30 AM, and the 10k at 10:00 AM. With free parking for runners and spectators, plus delicious post-race food, The Shere
Participants can expect chip-timed races with clearly marked routes, plenty of hydration stations, and a festive atmosphere complete with medals and free buffs for all finishers. The event kicks off with registration at 7:30 AM at the Shere Village Hall, followed by the 42k marathon starting at 9:00 AM, the 21k Half Marathon at 9:30 AM, and the 10k at 10:00 AM. With free parking for runners and spectators, plus delicious post-race food, The Shere
The Shere 42k, Half Marathon & 10k
Sat 6th September 2025
Organiser's Description
Join us for the Shere 42k, 21k, and 10k, well-established trail running events set in the stunning Surrey Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Whether you are looking for a scenic 10k, a new challenge with the 21k, or a full 42k marathon, this event offers something for all levels of trail runners.
Race Options:
• 10k: A picturesque route with a 123m ascent, passing through woodland and undulating trails before returning to Shere. One drink station.
• 21k (New for 2025!): Following the same start as the 42k, this route takes in sections of the North Downs and Ranmore, with an elevation of 543m. Three drink stations.
• 42k: A rewarding trail marathon with 1,300m elevation, covering some of the best viewpoints in the area, including Leith Hill, Holmbury Hill, Pitch Hill, St Martha’s Hill, and Newlands Corner. Seven drink stations.
What to Expect:
• Chip-timed event with clearly marked routes and marshals at key points
• Medals and free buffs for all finishers
• Spot prizes and awards for category winners
• Water stations: 10k (1), 21k (3), 42k (5)
• Morning coffee, pastries, and post-race food
• Free parking for runners and spectators
Event Schedule:
• Registration from 7:30 AM is in the Shere Village Hall
• 42k Marathon: Start 9:00 AM
• 21k Half Marathon: Start 9:30 AM
• 10k: Start 10:00 AM
The Race starts and finishes at the cricket pavilion, a short walk from registration in the Shere Village Hall
Entries will be available on the day (cash only), though medals cannot be guaranteed for late entries.
Training Runs
To help you prepare, we will host fortnightly Sunday morning trail runs covering sections of the route. More details will be shared closer to the event.
Places To Stay
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A Few Images From Last Year's Event
Click here to see 2023's race photos
Rules
Click here to read the event rules
Whether you are looking for a scenic 10k, a new challenge with the 21k, or a full 42k marathon, this event offers something for all levels of trail runners.
Race Options:
• 10k: A picturesque route with a 123m ascent, passing through woodland and undulating trails before returning to Shere. One drink station.
• 21k (New for 2025!): Following the same start as the 42k, this route takes in sections of the North Downs and Ranmore, with an elevation of 543m. Three drink stations.
• 42k: A rewarding trail marathon with 1,300m elevation, covering some of the best viewpoints in the area, including Leith Hill, Holmbury Hill, Pitch Hill, St Martha’s Hill, and Newlands Corner. Seven drink stations.
What to Expect:
• Chip-timed event with clearly marked routes and marshals at key points
• Medals and free buffs for all finishers
• Spot prizes and awards for category winners
• Water stations: 10k (1), 21k (3), 42k (5)
• Morning coffee, pastries, and post-race food
• Free parking for runners and spectators
Event Schedule:
• Registration from 7:30 AM is in the Shere Village Hall
• 42k Marathon: Start 9:00 AM
• 21k Half Marathon: Start 9:30 AM
• 10k: Start 10:00 AM
The Race starts and finishes at the cricket pavilion, a short walk from registration in the Shere Village Hall
Entries will be available on the day (cash only), though medals cannot be guaranteed for late entries.
Training Runs
To help you prepare, we will host fortnightly Sunday morning trail runs covering sections of the route. More details will be shared closer to the event.
Places To Stay
Click here to find Places To Stay Nearby
A Few Images From Last Year's Event
Click here to see 2023's race photos
Rules
Click here to read the event rules
Races
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Shere 42K (Individual Entry)
Sat 6th September 2025 (09:00)
£45.00
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Shere 42K (Team Entry)
Sat 6th September 2025 (09:00)
£75.00
Booking for more than 1? -
Shere 21K
Sat 6th September 2025 (09:30)
£35.00
Booking for more than 1? -
Shere 10K
Sat 6th September 2025 (10:00)
£25.00
Booking for more than 1?
Reviews
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2 reviews
A stunning 42k race around some of the most beautiful countryside in the North Downs. A very challenging route with many parts unrunnable (by me!) due to the inclines but rewarded with great views from the top. Historically there have been problems with the course marking but this year it was superb with plenty of signs and tape so not chance of getting lost.
The only downside were the aid stations. For a race at this price point I felt let down by the lack of choice. To not have any squash at any of the stations was a bit let down. The food available was minimal with only crisp, m&ms, banana and orange segments. Also providing coke at the first aid stations but not the last few when it is really needed showed a lack of knowledge of distance racing.
At the end the pizza van was excellent but I was amazed to see the coffee van packed up before most of the marathon runners had come in.
Great to see the same medal for all distances differentiated by separate ribbons. A good bit of sustainability that is needed in modern races.
Overall the route and organisation were great, let down slightly by a few things that could be tweaked easily.
The Shere 42k, Half Marathon & 10k
