Date: Saturday 14 February 2026 (meet at 10am)
Location: Box Hill, Surrey Hills, UK
Duration: Half day (trail run + pub lunch)
Level: Beginner friendly - this is not meant to be a training run or even that much of a challenge… Not sure if it’s for you? Read on…
Cost: FREE - you have to pay for your lunch and transport but coaching and guidance is free.
We’re heading just outside London for a winter trail run through the Surrey Hills, finishing with a well-earned pub lunch at one of our favourites.
Box Hill is a classic for a reason: rolling woodland trails, chalk paths, short climbs that get the legs working, and views across the North Downs. It’s proper trail running without needing a car or an early start - just hop on a train and go.
This is a social run first and foremost. We’ll move as a group, regroup regularly, and enjoy the terrain together before warming up inside at The Stepping Stones. We know it’s Valentine’s Day - just bring your partner/date along…
Why Join This Run?
This will be a very chilled run - I promise! There’s no expectation - we’ll go as fast as the slowest person, walk the hills and just enjoy the scenery. If you want a challenge, take a look at some of our trips… We just want to:
Get off-road in winter
Get a bit of trail running experience (we’ll do a bit of coaching too)
Have a social
Get a pub lunch which always tastes better after some time outside
The Run
We’ll start and finish near Box Hill & Westhumble station, heading straight onto trails.
Expect:
Mixed woodland and chalk trails
A few steady climbs (including Box Hill itself)
Plenty of runnable sections
Time to stop, regroup, and enjoy the views
Meeting point: If you’re not coming on the train, meet us at Rykas Cafe for 10.15am
Distance: ~10km (route options depending on the group and conditions)
Pace: Social / we don’t care about going quickly!
Lunch: We aim to get to the pub for 12.30pm - people can stay as long as they like.
Post-Run Lunch 🍻
We’ll head straight to The Stepping Stones pub after the run - a very short walk from the station.
Travel
Train from London Waterloo to Box Hill & Westhumble (~50 minutes)
Driving is also easy with plenty of options to park
We’ll share a suggested train in advance so people can travel together if they want.
Who’s It For?
This one’s ideal if:
You want to try trail running
You’re bored of winter road running
You want something social without committing to a full weekend
Honestly if you can run 5km at any pace, you’ll have no problem joining us for this run.
How to Book?
Hit the button and complete the form - remember, it’s free!
Kit List
Essential gear:
Trail running shoes (road shoes okay if dry - speak to the Jove Club team if unsure)
Weather-appropriate running clothes (would recommend wearing a cap if raining as well as sunny)
Small running backpack or belt - as this run is a little more involved, we would suggest carrying a small pack with the following:
Snacks
Waterproof jacket (weather dependent)
Thin fleece in a waterproof bag
Small jacket in a waterproof bag
Water bottle (minimum 500ml)
Phone for emergencies
Recommended extras (if we can find a willing pub):
Spare clothing in case it rains for the journey home
Spare socks + shoes
Money for pub/cafe