Farnham Pilgrim Marathon
Farnham, United Kingdom · Monday 7 September 2026
Farnham Pilgrim Marathon is a challenging trail marathon held in the Surrey Hills, UK. The event takes participants along the Pilgrims Way and North Downs Way, passing five churches, an abbey, two manor houses, ponds, rivers, old mills, and vineyards. This unique race is more of a pilgrimage than a traditional marathon, offering stunning scenery and a rewarding experience.
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Adjusted Time
4:33:40
Time difference: +33.7 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain762m
Elevation High172m
Elevation Low31m
Weather Forecast
High21°C
Low12°C
Chance of Rain0%
How hard is Farnham Pilgrim Marathon?
Very Difficultharder than 83% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Farnham Pilgrim Marathon plays about 30 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #198 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #19 of 57 in United Kingdom. Use the calculator above to see the exact adjusted time for your own goal pace.
What will you run at Farnham Pilgrim Marathon?
Estimated finish times on this course versus the same effort on an average road marathon, based on its elevation, surface, and expected race-day temperature.
| Average-course time | On Farnham Pilgrim Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:16:17 | +16:17 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:54:31 | +24:31 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:33:40 | +33:40 |
| 4:30:00 | 5:13:41 | +43:41 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:54:29 | +54:29 |
| 5:30:00 | 6:36:02 | +1:06:02 |
| 6:00:00 | 7:18:17 | +1:18:17 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Farnham Pilgrim Marathon 2026 Course Analysis
Farnham Pilgrim Marathon is a full marathon held in Farnham, United Kingdom. It is scheduled for Monday 7 September 2026. The course is run on road surface with 762m of total climbing, with its high point near 172m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Farnham Pilgrim Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
This is a very challenging course with 762m of total climbing - well above the average road marathon - topping out around 172m above sea level. Hill training is essential, and you should expect a slower finish time than on a flat course.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for September, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 12°C and 21°C are expected. While comfortable for most runners, those targeting fast times should pay attention to hydration, as these temperatures can impact performance on race day. There is a low chance of rain (0%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Farnham Pilgrim Marathon is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for racing. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for a personal best.
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