Sun 8 Mar 2026 Dorking, Surrey, UK

Leith Hill Half Marathon

A cross-country half marathon from Dorking to the top of the highest point in south-eastern England - Leith Hill - and back. Tough enough?

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  • Sun 8 Mar 2026
The Priory C of E School, Dorking
Leith Hill Half Marathon

11:00

Age 18 & over

£39

  • 13.1 miles trail running + 1778 ft ascent

Event overview

The Leith Hill Half Marathon is a beautiful, hilly trail run which remains one of the ultimate challenges of the off-road running events calendar in the South East. It may not be the toughest race out there, but - at 13.1 miles of trails and 1,800 feet of overall elevation - it’s tough enough!

If you are looking for something challenging and memorable, come and sample the delights of running in the Surrey Hills. First-time trail half-marathoners are welcome, as well as those who return year after year to find out if they are still tough enough to take on ‘the hill’.

Event details

  • Average fitness

Route

  • Distance markers
  • Entertainment
  • First aid
  • Food stations
  • Hilly
  • Marshals
  • Mass start
  • No headphones
  • Out and back
  • Sweeper
  • Toilets
  • Water stations
  • Way markers

Location

  • Changing facilities
  • Entertainment
  • Free parking
  • Rural
  • Showers
  • Toilets

What's included

  • Eco medal
  • Goody bag
  • Post-race meal
  • Pre-event training sessions

Sustainability

  • Bring your own cup
  • Optional t-shirt
  • Plastic bottle free
  • Public transport links
  • Recycling
  • Sustainability policy

How to enter

  • Age 18 & over
  • 250 places
  • Entries open
  • Collect race pack
  • Enter online
  • Event merch available
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