Surrey Hills Half Marathon
Explore the beauty of the Surrey Hills on a guided trail half marathon through the scenic Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with woodland trails, hills and sweeping views.
Sign up for £25
- Wed 3 Jun 2026
19:00
Age 18 & over
£25
- 13 miles trail running
Event overview
Starting and finishing in Guildford, this outing takes you through some of the most breathtaking landscapes the Surrey Hills has to offer. St Martha's Church and the North Downs Way are always part of the route however, the highlights will change from date to date, ensuring a unique experience every time you join in.
This run is perfect for people new to trail running, runners who simply like to run with like-minded people, or those who haven't felt comfortable running trails alone.
Highlights
- This is not a race; it's a guided group run
- The iconic St Martha's Church and hill
- The picturesque village of Shere
- Stunning vistas from Newlands Corner and Hackhurst Downs
- Run a variety of trails, including sections of the renowned North Downs Way
- Weekend dates or a special midsummer evening run for a perfect post-work adventure
Event photos
- Average fitness
- Beginner-friendly
- Event village
Meet your guide
Matt Buck is a Salomon and Suunto Ambassador, experienced trail and ultra runner, mountain leader, qualified guide, and coach.
Matt has tackled some of the toughest races and challenges around the world. He's passionate about trail running and loves sharing stories, guidance and advice with clients. You don't need to worry about where you are going or the route you will take. Matt will take care of everything, so all you need to do is concentrate on running and having fun.
Pace
This is not a race! You will run as part of a group and share this experience together. You should be able to comfortably run an average pace of 10 min/miles | 6 min/km for prolonged periods of time on the trail, and have a suitable level of fitness.
Kit
A full kit list will be provided.
Silva head torches and Salomon trail shoes are available to trial.
- First aid
- Hilly
- Mostly traffic free
- Navigation not required
Overview
The Surrey Hills Half Marathon is set in one of southern England’s most beautiful landscapes, weaving through woodland, countryside trails and classic Surrey Hills scenery.
Expect a challenging but inspiring route with plenty of climbing, flowing trails and panoramic views. It’s a true trail outing for runners who enjoy hills and spectacular scenery.
Route highlights
- Trail half marathon in the Surrey Hills AONB
- Challenging course with notable climbs
- Woodland trails and countryside paths
- Panoramic views across the Surrey countryside
- St Martha's Church and hill
- Picturesque village of Shere
- Stunning vistas from Newlands Corner and Hackhurst Downs
- The renowned North Downs Way
- Paid parking
- Rural
Event HQ
St Martha's Hill - Halfpenny Lane Car Park
Guildford
Surrey
GU4 8PZ
UK
By car
Guildford has excellent transport links by car.
By rail
A short run or taxi ride away from a train station.
- Drinks
Free beer
This event has partnered with the wonderful Athletic Brewing Company, one of the most delicious alcohol-free beers around. You can expect to receive a lush beer (subject to availability) at the end of the run to either enjoy with your newfound running pals or take home to have another time.
If you're thinking about trying trails or if you are experienced and looking for a guide then Matt is your man. (It was my first guided trail run and my first night trail run.) I'm glad he knew where we were going because I had no idea. The pace was steady with lots of stops and checks to make sure we were all together and ready to push on. It was challenging but we were in safe hands. Barnaby Ellis
- Age 18 & over
- Entries open
- Enter online
- Event merch available
Entry fees
Entry fee
£25.00