The inaugral Surrey Badger Half Marathon will be held on Sunday 7th September 2008 at 9am.  Download race day instructions here

This fantastic event in the beautiful Mole Valley Countryside offers a challenging target for those wishing to complete a scenic half marathon for the first time.  It is also perfectly placed for those training for an autumn marathon. 

Starting from Leatherhead Town Centre the route follows bridle ways heading out towards Mickleham before turning right into Norbury Park allowing exploration of the beautiful Surrey Countryside.  In fact, the managers of the land, the Surrey Wildlife trust, were the inspiration for the name of the race, the Badger being their logo.   The course is an out and back over multi terrain and has a fast flat start and finish but is a tad bumpy in the middle.  If you're really lucky, you might see one of the Surrey Badgers the area is famed for.

The historic market town of Leatherhead is billed as 'the gateway to the Surrey Hills'.  It provides an excellent base for visitors wishing to explore the area.  Located just off Junction 9 of the M25, Leatherhead is very easy to get to.  Fast road and rail inks also provide easy access to central London.

The Route  

The first and last 4 miles of the course are out and back with a single loop of around 5 miles.  The course is mult-terrain encompassing tarmac, bridlepaths, grass and muddy tracks.  The course is undulating with a steady climb for about 2 miles up to the Sawmill (of course that does mean a steady descent on the way back).  There are five water stations en route highlighted as WS on the map.  As well as water, jelly babies will be available on route.

Race HQ 

The race HQ is Leatherhead Leisure Centre.  A map and details of the HQ can be found here.  There are toilets, showers and secure baggage facilities available.

Race Entry - This Race is now FULL

Postal and online entries have now closed.  Final entrant list is here Entrant list.  Many thanks to Sports Systems for allowing us to use their software.

In the event you are not able to run your place may be transferred.  Please e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it with details.  The deadline for any transfers is Sunday 31st August.

Registration 

If you have entered online, you will be able to pick your numbers up on the day.  You will receive an e-mail with joining instructions about two weeks prior to the race with all the information you will need to register.  Those entering by post and enclosing a SAE will receive numbers and instructions prior to the race, there will be no need to register on the day.  Postal entries without a SAE will be able to pick up numbers on the day.

Marshalls 

As always, the success of any race is often determined by the selfless volunteering of many marshalls.  If you would like to help then please contact us on 0845 263 8801 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

The Charity

All of the proceeds of the Badger will go to the Rainbow Trust Children's Charity.  If you would like to raise money to celebrate your half marathon and support the charity then just giving.com can assist with this.  You can down load instructions for setting up your own justgiving page here.  If you wish to find out more about the great work the Rainbow Trust do or access other events run by them, then the link to their website is here.

The Rainbow Trust Children's Charity is a Registered Charity No. 1070532

Thanks

This event has been kindly supported by Asics.  An Asics tech rep will be present to conduct video gait analysis at the event.  We would also like to thank:

Surrey Wildlife Trust for granting permission for use of their land. 

Hall and Woodhouse Brewery for donating 'Badger First Gold' Real Ale