Magna Carta Marathon & Half Marathon
Event summary
Run through history with the Magna Carta Marathon & Half Marathon. Great for novices and experienced runners alike, the flat course follows the Thames Path through Runnymede, the famed spot where King John put pen to paper in 1215. Come for the challenge or for the riverside scenery.
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Organised Race Events In Surrey & Kent. These include the Thames Meander (Kingston-upon-Thames) Surrey, Magna Carta (Runnymede) Surrey, North Downs Way (Reigate) Surrey and the Bewl Water (Lamberhurst) Kent. All of the races are geared up towards both the novice runner, as well as the more experienced veteran runners.
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How to enter
Tickets available until Fri Apr 08 2022
What's included:
- Bespoke Magna Carta medal
- Chip-timed, online results
- Fully marked and marshalled course
- Winners’ trophies for the 1st, 2nd & 3rd Male/Female runners for each event
Marathon
Run 26.2mi
Half Marathon
Run 13.1mi
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Frequently asked questions
Is there a time limit for the Half / Full Marathon?
The time limit for the half marathon course is 6 hrs and it’s 6.5 hrs for the marathon course.… read moreWill there be toilets at the Magna Carta Marathon?
There will also be toilets located in the Race HQ, as well as portable toilets situated right outside the Skiff Club close to the Thames Path for all runners taking part.… read moreWill the event be chip-timed?
Yes, there will be chip-timing at the event.… read moreYou may also like
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Route description
Route description
Start/ Finish
The half and full marathon races begin on the Thames Path trail next to the Wraysbury Skiff & Punting Club Race HQ.
Half Marathon
The half marathon route will begin with a 2.5 mile out and back loop along the Thames Path as far as Staines Bridge. This will then be followed by two out and back 5.3 mile sections up to the Old Windsor Lock Check Point. This section of the run closely follows the river and runners will be able to enjoy the wonderful scenery that this part of the world has to offer.
Marathon
The marathon route will be similar to the half marathon route but runners will complete four out and back 5.3 mile sections to Old Windsor Lock Checkpoint.
Scenic highlights include the Queen Elizabeth statue, JFK Memorial, Magna Carta landmark, Old Windsor and the turnaround at the Old Windsor Lock.
09:00 Marathon starts
09:30 Half Marathon starts
Cut-Off Times
There is a 6 hour cut-off time for the Half Marathon and a 6.5hour cut-off for the Marathon.
Age Requirements
All entrants must be 17 and older to enter both the Marathon and Half Marathon events.
Wraysbury Skiff & Punting Club and Wraysbury Dragons, Riverside, Egham TW20 0AA, UK
Get directionsBy Public Transport
If you plan to come via public transport, there are frequent trains from London to both Staines Train Station and to Old Windsor Train Station. It is a short walk from both of these stations to the race HQ.
Marathon
Half 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
Start/ Finish
The half and full marathon races begin on the Thames Path trail next to the Wraysbury Skiff & Punting Club Race HQ.
Half Marathon
The half marathon route will begin with a 2.5 mile out and back loop along the Thames Path as far as Staines Bridge. This will then be followed by two out and back 5.3 mile sections up to the Old Windsor Lock Check Point. This section of the run closely follows the river and runners will be able to enjoy the wonderful scenery that this part of the world has to offer.
Marathon
The marathon route will be similar to the half marathon route but runners will complete four out and back 5.3 mile sections to Old Windsor Lock Checkpoint.
Scenic highlights include the Queen Elizabeth statue, JFK Memorial, Magna Carta landmark, Old Windsor and the turnaround at the Old Windsor Lock.
09:00 Marathon starts
09:30 Half Marathon starts
Cut-Off Times
There is a 6 hour cut-off time for the Half Marathon and a 6.5hour cut-off for the Marathon.
Age Requirements
All entrants must be 17 and older to enter both the Marathon and Half Marathon events.
Wraysbury Skiff & Punting Club and Wraysbury Dragons, Riverside, Egham TW20 0AA, UK
Get directionsBy Public Transport
If you plan to come via public transport, there are frequent trains from London to both Staines Train Station and to Old Windsor Train Station. It is a short walk from both of these stations to the race HQ.
Marathon
Half 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.