THE SPORTS LOCKER: FIXTURES & EVENTS THIS JULY

SUNSET PADDLES / THURsDAYS / BUCKLAND PARK LAGOON, BETCHWORTH

Love paddleboarding? Head for Buckland Park Lagoon on Thursday evenings throughout July and meet like-minded lovers of SUP at this oh-so-scenic sunset paddle session. Whether you’re relaxing to the sounds of lapping water or going for a social with your friends, sign up online and get ready for an epic evening on the water.

For more information, visit theshac.co.uk

CORAL-ECLIPSE DAY / JULY 5 / SANDOWN PARK, ESHER

Coral-Eclipse Day is the ultimate day of summer Flat racing, holding seven thrilling races, including the Group 1 Coral-Eclipse. One of the most prestigious races not just in the UK, but in the world. Its blend of speed and stamina sees it attract runners from far and wide and makes it one of the most eagerly anticipated races of the season.

For more information, visit thejockeyclub.co.uk

THE SOUTH DOWNS WAY CENTURY / JULY 5 / WINCHESTER > BEACHY HEAD

The South Downs Way; it has long been a right of passage in mountain biking circles. And now you can take on this hundred mile ribbon of imposing chalk downland in a single day with the purveyors of heavy pedalling, Trail Break – unparalleled Trail Break / CX Sportive support. Get ready for ups, downs, and an unforgettable ride.

For more information, visit trailbreak.co.uk

GUILDFORD LIONS BIG RIVER RACE – DUCK AND RAFT RACE / JULY 5 / MILLMEAD, GUILDFORD

Oars at the ready as Guildford’s Big River Race hits the banks of the River Wey. Running for over 40 years, the raft race sees teams from around the town build their own seaworthy (or not-so-seaworthy) rafts to sail down the River Wey, all the while raising money for charity. In addition to raft racing, The Surrey Care Trust will be hosting their traditional Duck Race for families. So help raise money and get ready for some river racing.

For more information, visit  guildfordlions.com

GUILDFORD TOWN CENTRE CYCLE RACE / JULY 9  HIGH STREET, GUILDFORD

Whether participating or spectating, expect Guildford Town Centre to become a scintillating sight of bicycles this July as the Guildford Cycle Races take place. Featuring races for all ages, sign up online to take part or simply take a pew somewhere in town and watch cycles aplenty whizz by.

For more information, visit tcr.charlotteville.cc

FESTIVAL OF SPEED / JULY 10 – 13 / GOODWOOD MOTOR CIRCUIT, CHICHESTER

Goodwood Estate’s iconic event, the Festival of Speed, makes a welcome return to our calendars this July. A celebration of motorsport and culture, the Festival of Speed is the ultimate summer garden party packed with the glitz of the most glamorous sport. Watch on as cars and bikes blast up the Hillclimb and see some of the most famous drivers and makers of the motorsport world.

For more information, visit goodwood.com

RACE FOR LIFE – PRETTY MUDDY / JULY 19 / STOKE PARK, GUILDFORD

Get downright dirty this July and sign up for the awesome Pretty Muddy. Part of Cancer Research UK’s Race For Life, this particularly muddy edition of the race will see participants overcome all manner of obstacles in the muckiest way possible.

For more information, visit raceforlife.cancerresearchuk.org/

GUILDFORD TRIATHLON / JULY 20 / SURREY SPORTS PARK, GUILDFORD

Taking place at Surrey’s premier sporting facility, swim, run and cycle to glory at the Guildford Triathlon this July. Start with a 500-metre swim in Surrey Sports Park’s pool before a 100m dash and, finally, on your bike for 27k of cycling. Set some PBs or simply test your stamina in this triple bill of lung-busting activities.

For more information, runthrough.co.uk

ONE BRITISH PICKLEBALL GP / JULY 26 / SURREY SPORTS PARK, GUILDFORD

Love pickleball? Bringing together top players from the UK, Europe, and beyond. Pro athletes and rising stars will compete for a share of the £10,000 cash prize fund at this year’s One British Pickleball Pro GP held at Surrey Sports Park this month. Watch from the sidelines and experience this high energy sport in action.

For more information, onepickleball.co.uk

WOKING FC V TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR FC XI / JULY 26 / LAITHWAITE COMMUNITY STADIUM, WOKING

As clubs up and down the country prepare for another gruelling season, spectators can enjoy the annual party of a pre-season friendly. This July the Cards welcome a Spurs XI to Laithwaite to test the legs and try new tactics. Get some tickets quick.

For more information, visit wokingfc.co.uk

BRIGHT SKIES SURREY HILLS  / JULY 20 / DENBIES WINE ESTATE, DORKING

Taking place from 4pm – 8pm, sign up for the Dark Skies Surrey Hills trail run this July and enjoy an undulating, muddy and ultimately thrilling night run through England’s largest vineyard, Denbies Wine Estate. Choose from a 10-mile, 10K and 5K race. There are also 1k and 2k kids races for the little ones in your life.

For more information, visit wildrunning.co.uk

INTRO TO OPEN WATER SWIMMING / 6, 13, 20 JULY / DIVERS COVER, GODSTONE

Ready to take your wild swimming skills to the next level? Head for Divers Cover near Godstone this summer to learn all you need for a safe swim. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to improve your efficiency in the water, courses are designed to suit a variety of needs.

For more information, visit diverscove.co.uk

 

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