PHOENIX - Doughnut Dash

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Walton-on-Thames KT12 2JG, Walton-on-Thames
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Get moving in January with this relaxed riverside run along the Thames. This timed event allows you to complete any distance you like - as long as you run a minimum of 5.3k, you'll get your hands on a bespoke finisher's medal!
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Timed Event including 5k, 10k, half marathon, marathon, ultra
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Sun, Jan 11, 2026
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Where and when

Location
Walton-on-Thames KT12 2JG, UK
Start times
Sunday, Jan 11, 2026
Timed Event including 5k, 10k, half marathon, marathon, ultra: 8:30 AM

Event summary

Here are the distances available for PHOENIX - Doughnut Dash
Timed Event including 5k, 10k, half marathon, marathon, ultra
Distance
420min
£37.95 - £39.95

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Our annual Doughnut Dash is back yet again by very, very popular demand, I mean who doesn't like doughnuts, oh and running. This event usually sells out months in advance so please enter early if you can.
The medals are totally awesome, double sided, magnetic and with reversible ribbons, so if you really can't decide then simply have both, and, of course, 2026 has all new medal / doughnut colours and we're going bright neon colours!
The Doughnut Dash is going to be as much about eating doughnuts as it is running and lots of fun is always had by all - CHOMP!
This is one of our timed events where you choose - from 5km to 10k, half to marathon to ultra, you can complete as many, or as few, laps as you like of a 5.3km, 3.28 mile, out and back, course along the beautiful river Thames. We welcome all abilities of runner - complete one lap and you're both a finisher and a winner in our eyes, or keep going and see how far you can get in the time limit and everyone gets the fabulous bespoke finishers' medal.
Not sure? Well the beauty of this format is that you don't even need to decide in advance, simply come and run a lap and see how you feel on the day and keep on going if it feels right.
Places will be strictly limited so don't leave it too late to enter.
Minimum distance is 3.28 miles or as far as you can go in the time limit. Off road trail, the terrain is riverside towpath. The overall course has no elevation gain / loss making this a flat and fast route.

What's included

  • Doughnuts!
  • Bespoke finisher's medal!
  • Epic aid station!
  • Flexible start times
  • Chip timing with online live results
  • Results e-mailed to participants and uploaded to website the same day
  • Digital finishers certificate available on Phoenix World site
  • Athlete profile available on Phoenix World site
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How to get there

Walton-on-Thames KT12 2JG, UK
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By Car
The start at Elmbridge Xcel Leisure Complex is easily accessible by car from Walton-on-Thames and Hampton. The race is around 6 miles from the closest M25 junction.
Parking
Free parking is available a short 5 minute walk from the start line. Details are provided in the final event information which is emailed a week prior to the event.
By Public Transport
The nearest station is Hersham, which has regular services to London Waterloo and Woking. From the train station, participants can catch the 564 bus towards the Xcel Leisure Centre, which will take them directly to race HQ.

Hotels and Accommodation

Phoenix Running has partnered with Let's Do This to bring you some of the best hotel rates close to the startline.
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Event day logistics

The event will start in the small field just before The Weir Pub on Waterside Drive or on the patio of the Weir Pub depending on the weather. Just look for the Phoenix Running marquee, you can't miss it!
08:30 Event starts
15:00 Event cut-off time
Age Requirements
All runners must be aged 18 or older on the day of the event.

FAQs

Is there parking at the Phoenix Doughnut Dash Marathon & Half Marathon?
Yes, plenty of free parking is available a short, 5 minute walk from the start line. Details of where to find this parking will be released via email a week prior to the event.
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How far do I have to run at the Phoenix Doughnut Dash Marathon & Half Marathon?
It's completely up to you! Run a minimum of 5.3k to get your finisher's medal, or as far as you like within the 7 hour time window.
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