Martian Race | 10K
The sandpits on Horsell Common are famously the site where the Martians first landed in H.G. Wells's novel The War of the Worlds.
Enter now- Sun 21 Jun 2026
09:30
Age 15 & over
£21-£30
- 10 km trail running + 52 m ascent
Event overview
The sandpits on Horsell Common are famously the site where the Martians first landed in H.G. Wells's novel The War of the Worlds. The race is in its sixth year and the route always goes through the historic sandpits which have been chosen as this is the theme and the name for the event. When you register for this race, you will directly benefit local charities.
This event is part of Martian Race.
Event details
- All fitness levels
- Beginner-friendly
- Event village
- Families
- Fancy dress
- Spectators
- Traders at event
Route
- 1 lap
- Flat
- Traffic free
- Water stations
Location
- Cafe
- Music
- Park
- Rural
- Secure bag storage
- Toilets
What's included
- Cash prizes
- Chip timing
- Medal
Sustainability
- Plastic-free event
Other races at event
- Sun 21 Jun
- #1 of 4
08:45
Age 4-13
£6-£9
- 2 km trail running + 45 ft ascent
- Sun 21 Jun
- #2 of 4
09:45
Age 11 & over
£15-£20
- 5 km trail running + 35 m ascent
- Sun 21 Jun
- #4 of 4
09:15
Age 18 & over
£30-£47
- 21 km trail running + 110 m ascent