Green Chain Challenges
Event summary
An epic challenge awaits in this multi-distance run along London's Green Chain. Enjoy riverbanks, woodlands, and local landmarks as you tackle a 10k, Half Marathon, or full Marathon this autumn. Perfect for runners from all walks of life, everyone takes home a finisher's medal.
Your organiser
We provide runners with the ability to run marathons in beautiful and safe surroundings supported by enthusiastic volunteers who ensure all runners receive much needed encouragement as they navigate the ups and downs of the various courses. We welcome runners of all abilities.
We are extremely excited with our NEW half marathon in Richmond Park, which will appeal to all runners who are either training for London Marathon, or just simply want to take part in a well-organised event.
Volunteer
How to enter
Tickets available until Sat Sep 04 2021
What's included:
- Bespoke Finisher's Medal
- Bag drop
- Chip-timed results
- Marked and marshalled course
- Aid stations
- First aid support
- Toilets
- Goody bag including mugs, pens, magazines
10k
Run 10km
Half Marathon
Run 13.1mi
Marathon
Run 26.2mi
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Frequently asked questions
Is there a cut-off time at the Green Chain Challenges?
Yes, a strict cut-off time of 6.5 hours will be followed so please ensure you can finish your chosen distance in this time.… read moreWill there be toilets at the Green Chain Challenges?
Yes, there will be toilets at Race HQ and potentially also portable toilets if required. … read moreIs there somewhere I can park at the Green Chain Challenges?
Yes, there is plenty of parking at the Mottingham Sports Club as well as in the surrounding roads. … read moreYou may also like
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Route description
Route description
See all that South London has to offer as you follow a leafy oasis along the Green Chain.
Runners will start and finish at Mottingham Sports Ground and head off along grassy footpaths on the Green Chain. Following Court Farm Road, and Oaks Farm Road along to Eltham College Junior School, the route then turns sharply onto the first section of the Green Chain.
Next its river views as you follow the small Quaggy River to Chinbrook Meadows. Here, runners will enjoy woodland scenes before some quick urban sections along a railway line and over a bridge.
The path eventually comes out onto Burnt Ash Lane where runners will follow Ridgeway Drive back onto and over the railway bridge.
Finally its across Charminster Road and Castle Road through some scenic woods back to Mottingham Sports Ground.
Runners completing in the 10k will complete 1 full lap, those in the Half Marathon will complete 2 laps and a little extra, and those in the Half Marathon will complete 4 and a little extra.
09:30 All routes start
16:00 Cut-off time
Race Packs
Runners will collect their race packs from registration on the day.
Cut-Off Time
There will be a cut-off time of 6.5 hours which will be strictly adhered to. Any runners running slower than this time will be asked to head back to Race HQ.
Toilets
There will be toilets at the Sports Club and, if required, portable toilets may also be available.
Aid Stations
Aid stations will be situated roughly every 3 miles along the course.
Mottingham Sports Ground, 35 Grove Park Rd, Grove Park Rd, London SE9 4NP, UK
Get directionsParking
There will be plenty of parking at Mottingham Sports ground as well as in the roads surrounding the club.
10k
Half Marathon
Marathon
Interested in volunteering at this event?
Organisers are always looking for an extra pair of hands and there are plenty of roles to fill!
Complete this short form and the organiser will be in touch.
By submitting, you’re accepting that we’ll pass your details onto the event organiser. We won’t pass your details onto anyone else.
Route description
Route description
See all that South London has to offer as you follow a leafy oasis along the Green Chain.
Runners will start and finish at Mottingham Sports Ground and head off along grassy footpaths on the Green Chain. Following Court Farm Road, and Oaks Farm Road along to Eltham College Junior School, the route then turns sharply onto the first section of the Green Chain.
Next its river views as you follow the small Quaggy River to Chinbrook Meadows. Here, runners will enjoy woodland scenes before some quick urban sections along a railway line and over a bridge.
The path eventually comes out onto Burnt Ash Lane where runners will follow Ridgeway Drive back onto and over the railway bridge.
Finally its across Charminster Road and Castle Road through some scenic woods back to Mottingham Sports Ground.
Runners completing in the 10k will complete 1 full lap, those in the Half Marathon will complete 2 laps and a little extra, and those in the Half Marathon will complete 4 and a little extra.
09:30 All routes start
16:00 Cut-off time
Race Packs
Runners will collect their race packs from registration on the day.
Cut-Off Time
There will be a cut-off time of 6.5 hours which will be strictly adhered to. Any runners running slower than this time will be asked to head back to Race HQ.
Toilets
There will be toilets at the Sports Club and, if required, portable toilets may also be available.
Aid Stations
Aid stations will be situated roughly every 3 miles along the course.
Mottingham Sports Ground, 35 Grove Park Rd, Grove Park Rd, London SE9 4NP, UK
Get directionsParking
There will be plenty of parking at Mottingham Sports ground as well as in the roads surrounding the club.
10k
Half Marathon
Marathon
Interested in volunteering at this event?
Organisers are always looking for an extra pair of hands and there are plenty of roles to fill!
Complete this short form and the organiser will be in touch.
By submitting, you’re accepting that we’ll pass your details onto the event organiser. We won’t pass your details onto anyone else.