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Ultra Challenge®

2026
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Walk, Jog, or Run the best of Britain and Push Yourself Further! With ‘continuous’ 100 km challenges or a 2 day ‘Daylight’ option with halfway camping; a 75 km ‘3/4’ choice; testing 50 km Half & 25 km Quarter distance options; a few engaging Trail Marathons; and a set of shorter 10K ‘taster’ events,. Alongside our existing Ultra March® category for ambitious walkers – there’s a NEW Ultra Trailblazerz™ for the fast runners at the front of an event.

In 2026 – there’s an Ultra Challenge® for EVERYONE

Events in date order below

NEW North Yorks Event!

London 2 Brighton

23-24 May '26

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Peak District

4-5 July '26

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North Yorks

20-21 June '26

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Lake District

6-7 June '26

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Gower Peninsula

18-19 July '26

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S W Coast 50

Sat 25 July '26

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Jurassic Coast 

16-17 May '26

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Isle of Wight 

2-3 May '26

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Cotswold Way 

13-14 June '26

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Chiltern 50 

Sat 26 Sept '26

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Windsor 50 

Sat 18 April '26

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North Downs

Sat 1 Aug '26

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South Coast

5-6 Sept '26

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Kent Downs

Sat 10 Oct '26

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Bath 50 

Sat 28 March '26

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Summer Walk 

Sat 22 Aug '26

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Thames Path 

11-13 Sept '26

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JAN 2026

24 & 25th

London
Winter Walk

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Walk off the festive celebrations and kick start a New Year fitness regime, or do some early training for a full Ultra Challenge later in the year. On Saturday or Sunday – choose your distance – Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K or a NEW Family Friendly 5K (Sunday only), wrap up and walk with 2,000 or so others! You’ll get a winter neck buff, a medal, hot food & drink – and an invigorating capital day out!

A fantastic atmosphere as 2,000 or so walkers will set out from the Oval Cricket Ground, near Vauxhall, and take in some of the Capital’s key landmarks & historic sights. There’re rest stops en route with snacks & drinks – and a big welcome back at the Oval finish line with a medal and some hot food.  

  • 26 mile / 42 km Marathon – figure of 8 route with start, finish & the half-way stop at the Oval Cricket Ground. Two rest stops en route also,  lunch at half way, and a hot finishers meal.
  • 13 mile / 21 km Half Marathon – looped routes (East or West) starting & finishing at the Oval Cricket Ground. Rest stop en route &  hot finishers meal
  • 10K – looped 10 km route staring & finishing at the Oval Cricket Ground. Hot finishers meal.
  • 5K – NEW looped route – ideal for all the family – and ‘half price’ for ages 12 and under! This is on  Sunday – midday!

Transport Options

  • The Kia Oval start/ finish – close to Oval tube station (Northern Line) & Vauxhall (Victoria Line + the over ground) 
  • There is strictly NO parking at The Oval; some surrounding streets have relaxed weekend parking restrictions.

MARCH 2026

Sat 28th

THE BATH 50
Ultra Challenge®

A great opener to the Ultra Challenge season! Centred on this elegant historic city,  take on a 50 km Ultra, a testing 29 km, or a sharp 10 km challenge at your pace! From our Bath Racecourse basecamp 2000 adventurers will head out on looped routes around & through Bath – with fantastic panoramic views, past the famous Royal Crescent, along the River Avon and taking in many of the city’s sights & sounds and the surrounding countryside. You’ll get full support all the way, and a celebration finish back at basecamp. It’s a great way to kick off the season, and start to get in shape!

From the Racecourse basecamp the anticlockwise loop heads down to the City, past the famous Royal Crescent, and along the River Avon. The route join sections of the popular ‘Bath Circuit’ – with a lunch stop at Coombe Down, before re-joining the River Avon Trail to the east of the City. Heading north it joins Limestone Link and on into the countryside to pick up the famous Cotswold Way, and it’s around and back to the Racecourse where a loud cheer and a welcome celebration awaits.

  • 50 km Loop Challenge – from Racecourse basecamp. Walk, Jog, or Run
  • ULTRA MARCH® Option – do 50km in less than 12 hours as a walk / hike
  • ULTRA TRAILBLAZERZ™ Option. For fast runners – 50km in under 5 hours
  • 29 km Loop Challenge – from Racecourse basecamp. Walk, Jog, or Run
  • 10 km Loop Challenge – from Racecourse basecamp. Walk, Jog, or Run

Transport Options

  • Pre-event transfers from the Bath train station
  • Post event transfers – to Bath train station
  • Parking at the Racecourse basecamp.

Accommodation

  • There’s NO camping option on this event – as it could be a bit chilly! Bath has lots of B&B’s, hotels and other accommodation options.

Optional bookings - do once you've signed up to the Challenge.

APRIL 2026

Sat 18th

THE Windsor 50
Ultra Challenge®

Formerly 'The Easter 50'

The 2nd Ultra Challenge of the season – and a good one to take on after the Easter break! From the Windsor Racecourse basecamp, you can Walk, Jog or Run a looped route 50 km, 25 km, or 10 km through historic Windsor, along the Thames Path, and enjoy some wonderful surrounding countryside. You’ll get a neck buff & medal, hot food & drink at the finish – and it’s a great event to test those legs, and to get in shape!

Join us after Easter.  Windsor is the historic backdrop – and the Racecourse is our Challenge basecamp. You’ll head through the Great Park, with fantastic views of the Castle, along the famous Thames Path, and take in some wonderful surrounding countryside.  It’s easy to get to, there’s plenty of parking – a great atmosphere, and distance options to suit all.

  • 50 km (Figure of 8 – 2 loops) – through Windsor to a rest stop at Runnymede, and back via The Great Park for a picnic lunch. 2nd 25 km loop to Eton, taking in the Thames Path. Hot food at the finish. Walk, Jog, or Run
  • ULTRA MARCH® Option – do 50 km in less than 12 hours as a walk / hike
  • ULTRA TRAILBLAZERZ™ Option. For fast runners – 50 km in under 5 hours
  • 25 km (Loop) – through Windsor with a rest stop at Runnymede, and back via the Castle’s Great Park. Hot food at the finish. Walk, Jog, or Run
  • 10 km (Loop) – around Windsor & castle area. Picnic at finish. Walk, Jog, or Run

Transport Options

  • Parking available at basecamp.
  • Pre & post challenge bus transfer options from Slough Station (good links to London & the west)

Optional bookings - do once you've signed up to the Challenge.

MAY 2026

2nd-3rd

Isle of Wight
Ultra Challenge®

The Island is easy to get to – with good transport links, and its’ coastal path is the setting for an unforgettable challenge which 2,000 or so adventurers will take on over the bank holiday weekend. From our Chale basecamp in the south, it’s clockwise to Cowes, and on through with the historic resorts in the south for the 106 km ‘full Island’ challenge. With 3/4. 1/2, & 1/4 half Island options also, a fantastic ‘Southern 50’ & ‘Medina 10 mile’ events, plus camping packages – there’s a fantastic active weekend challenge for all!

Our Chale basecamp in the south makes a perfect start / finish venue. The coastal path is one of the best – with amazing views, ups & downs, cliffs & sandy beaches, iconic Needles, Cowes with its famous marinas, and historic resort towns of Ventnor, Shanklin & Sandown. If you’ve not been to the Isle of Wight – you’ll love it – and with a fantastic Ultra Challenge to take on – it will be an unforgettable May bank holiday weekend!

  • Full Island106 km – as a full-on ‘continuous’ challenge ’round the island’ from the Chale basecamp. Plus: Ultra March® Option (for fast walkers) & New Ultra Trailblazerz™ Option (for fast runners)
  • Full Island ‘Daylight’ – 106 km over 2 days with a Cowes half way + overnight  camping option or local B&B.
  • 3/4 Island option – continuous or over 2 days. Great event to up to if you’ve done a ‘half’ before
  • 1st Half – 52 km, Chale to Cowes, taking in the Needles & the spectacular southern cliffs.  Plus: Ultra March® Option (for fast walkers) & New Ultra Trailblazerz™ Option (for fast runners)
  • 2nd Half – 54 km, Cowes to Chale. Also Ideal if you want to join up with a Full Challenge friend.
  • Quarters – 1st (Sat) or 4th (Sun) if ~25 km is your thing – both options have great highlights!
  • Southern 50km Loop – 50 km, Chale to Chale. Explore the stunning southern corner of the island! 
  • Medina 10 mile. Explore Cowes, the River Medina Estuary & its marinas.

Transport Options

  • Pre-event shuttles from Cowes ferry to the start
  • Pre-event shuttles from ‘finish lines’ (so you can ‘park & ride’ to your start)
  • Post-event shuttles to Cowes ferry & back to the start
  • Parking – at the start in Chale & other main venues (including Cowes)

Camping Options

  • Inclusive package, or pitch only / camper van
  • Friday evening – at Chale start basecamp
  • Saturday evening – at Cowes half way stop for 2 day Daylight ‘Full Challenge’ (or 3/4) or 1/2 Challenge’ start / finish
  • Saturday eveening – at Chale basecamp (for finishers)

Optional bookings - do once you've signed up to the Challenge.

MAY 2026

16-17th

Jurassic Coast
Ultra Challenge®

Spectacular World Heritage coastline, and an amazing challenge with distance options for all! This is one of the best Ultra Challenges – a tough one – but the most popular, as there’re distance options to suit all!  From the Corfe Castle start, the main route heads down to Swanage, and along to Weymouth at half way for the 100 km full challenge, with lots of ups & downs – and then on to a welcome finish line celebration in the vibrant Dorset town of Bridport. With a full range of distance options – there’s challenge for all on the Jurassic Coast!

One of Britain’s stunning coastlines, and a fantastic setting for a challenge – with amazing views, a few steep hills, and varied landscape. A Corfe Castle start, down to Swanage and west to Lulworth Cove and Weymouth at the ‘half way’. Down to the iconic Durdle Door, along to Abbotsbury, on to Chesil Beach, over West Bay’s famous sandstone cliffs – and finally a welcome finish line in Bridport. Highlights all the way – and  distance choices to suit everyone! With camping options at the Corfe Castle & Weymouth – it will be an unforgettable Dorset Coast weekend.

  • Full Challenge – 100 km as a full-on ‘continuous’ challenge from Corfe Castle to Bridport, via Weymouth. Plus: Ultra March® Option (for fast walkers) & New Ultra Trailblazerz™ Option (for fast runners)

  • Full ‘Daylight’ – 100 km over 2 days, with Weymouth half way overnight camping option or local hotel / B&B.

  • 3/4 Challenge (76km) – new for 2024 – and perfect if you want to up the distance – without taking on the Full 100km

  • 1st Half –  a tough & varied 58 km, from Corfe Castle to Weymouth, with many of the ‘Jurassic’ highlights. Plus: Ultra March® Option (for fast walkers) & New Ultra Trailblazerz™ Option (for fast runners)

  • 2nd Half – 42 km (a marathon!) from Weymouth to Bridport. Also Ideal for joining a ‘Full Challenge’ friend.

  • NEW Weymouth Marathon – 42 km Loop setting out from our major Weymouth basecamp facility.

  • Quarters1st (25 km) is a loop of the Isle of Purbeck via Swanage, or The Classic Jurassic 2nd Quarter (34 km) to Weymouth via Lulworth Cove.

  • Bridport 10K –  a great looped route out of our main finish line basecamp taking in a wonderful coastal section.

Transport Options

  • Pre-event shuttles from local train stations to start
  • Pre-event transfer from finish lines (so you can ‘park & ride’ to your start)
  • Post-event shuttles to local station & back to the start
  • Parking – at the start in Corfe Castle + at Weymouth + at Bridport

Camping Options

  • Inclusive packages or pitch only.
  • Available at the main Corfe Castle start (for Friday evening)
  • Weymouth 58 km ‘half way’ stop for 2 day ‘Full Challenge’ or for ‘Half, Quarter, or Marathon.

Optional bookings - do once you've signed up to the Challenge.

MAY 2026

23-24th

London 2 Brighton
Ultra Challenge®

A favourite route for vintage cars & cycles – and the original Ultra Challenge – now in its 13th year, with a varied 60% off-road route. A Richmond and on towards the North Downs and on through wonderful Surrey & Sussex countryside to Turners Hill at halfway (with optional camping). The Full 100 km challenge heads up & over the South Downs before the welcome sight of the Brighton coastline and the racecourse finish line. There’ re distance options to suit all!

Also: Sussex Marathon Option (Turners Hill to Brighton)

+ Brighton 25km loop (from the racecourse)

A lively start in Richmond – and then along the Thames to Kingston, and a picnic lunch near Sutton. On over the North Downs and through wonderful Surrey & Sussex countryside to the ‘half way’ point at Turners Hill. For full 100 km challengers – its more Sussex countryside and then up & over the steep South Downs with the Brighton coast then coming into view – followed by the final push towards a memorable Brighton Racecourse finish line.

  • Full Challenge – 100 km as a full-on ‘continuous’ challenge, starting from Richmond. Plus: Ultra March® Option (for fast walkers) & New Ultra Trailblazerz™ Option (for fast runners)

  • Full ‘Daylight’ – 100 km over 2 days with a half way overnight camping option or B&B.

  • 3/4 Challenge – 75 km & ideal if you want to ‘up your distance’ – without committing to a Full 100km – and you miss out the first ‘semi urban’ 25km! Sutton > Brighton

  • 1st Half – 58 km to Turners Hill, taking in the North Downs and some wonderful countryside. Plus: Ultra March® Option (for fast walkers) & New Ultra Trailblazerz™ Option (for fast runners)

  • 2nd Half – Sussex Marathon  – 42 km from Turners Hill – a Marathon distance! Also Ideal if you want to join up with a Full Challenge friend.

  • Quarters – if 25 km is more your thing – there’s the 1st & 2nd

  • + the Brighton 25 km loop from the Racecourse

Transport Options

  • Pre-event transfers so you can park at the finish of your challenge, and get a transfer to the start
  • Post event transfers – to local train stations

Camping Options

  • Inclusive package, or pitch only / camper van.
  • Available Saturday night at Tully’s Farm Half Way (Turners Farm 58 km) location. For 2 Day 100km, or a Half challenge.

Optional bookings - do once you've signed up to the Challenge.

JUNE 2026

6-7th

Lake District
Ultra Challenge®

Take on & enjoy some of England’s finest countryside at your pace. From our convenient Kendal basecamp (with optional camping) the full 100 km route is an anticlockwise loop taking in a few tough hills & fells, Ambleside, Lake Windermere at half way (with hostel accommodation option) nature reserves, and forests  – with stunning views en-route – and distance options to suit all adventurers!

A World Heritage site – and world famous scenery, with fells, lakes, and forests – and all in all – the best of England! Kendal, on the edge of the National Park, makes a perfect start/finish base camp for an amazing challenge – with optional pre-event camping & half-way hostel accommodation by Windermere for ‘2 Day & Half’ challengers. There’s also a fantastic, scenic, 10km loop option from Ambleside – and  a Marathon distance also finishing in Ambleside.

  • Full Challenge – 100 km as a full-on ‘continuous’ challenge. with a Kendal start & finish. Plus: Ultra March® Option (for fast walkers) & New Ultra Trailblazerz™ Option (for fast runners)

  • Full ‘Daylight’ – 100 km over 2 days – overnight YMCA Lakeside hostel / B&B option at Windermere half way.

    – 1st Half  ~50 km taking in Garburn Pass & Ambleside to Windermere Lakeside, with YMCA hostel option. Plus: Ultra March® Option (for fast walkers) & New Ultra Trailblazerz™ Option (for fast runners)

  • 2nd Half ~50 km from Lakeside & also ideal if you want to join up with a Full Challenge friend.

  • Lakes Marathon 42 km –  New for 2024. Takes in the stunning first quarter, and adds a fantastic loop around Ambleside.

  • Quarters – if 29 km might suit you – the stunning 1st Quarter goes to Ambleside via the tough Garburn Pass.

  • Ambleside 10K – a truly fantastic looped route from our major Rest Stop – and perfect if you’re staying near by and want a short / sharp challenge!

Transport Options

  • Pre-event transfers so you can park at the finish of your challenge, and get a transfer to the start
  • Post event transfers – to local train stations
  • Parking – available at Kendal start/ finish and half way YMCA location

Accommodation & Camping

  • Camping – at Kendal start/ finish Rugby Club Friday & Saturday night
  • YMCA dorm rooms available (private & shared) Saturday night – ideal for 2 Day Challengers & 1st Half or 2nd Half. Camping also available at YMCA

Optional bookings - do once you've signed up to the Challenge.

JUNE 2026

13-14th

Cotswold Way
Ultra Challenge®

A spectacular 100 km looped route from our new basecamp in Cirencester – the ‘capital’ of the Cotswolds – which takes in some fabulous scenery. Stunning views, idyllic villages, and rolling hills – it’s easy to access, plenty of parking, and there’s onsite pre-event University style accommodation at basecamp. A testing challenge, with some tough climbs in the first half –  and rewards with a real sense of achievement.

A looped route from our Cirencester basecamp with a some tough, including Coaley Peak with stunning views out to the west towards the Bristol Channel & Wales beyond. ‘Half way, of the full challenge, is Wotton-under-Edge – with camping options available. A great way to experience the best of the Cotswolds – and with optional University hall accommodation at the basecamp makes it better than ever!

  • Full Challenge – 100 km as a full-on ‘continuous’ challenge – Cirencester start & finish. Plus: Ultra March® Option (for fast walkers) & New Ultra Trailblazerz™ Option (for fast runners)

  • Full ‘Daylight’ – 100 km over 2 days with half way overnight camping option or B&B.

  • 3/4 Challenge ~76 km from Painswick to Cirencester – and ideal if you want to ‘up’ your distance!

  • 1st Half ~53 km to Wotton, taking in a few tough hills – but rewarded with stunning views! Plus: Ultra March® Option (for fast walkers) & New Ultra Trailblazerz™ Option (for fast runners)

  • 2nd Half  ~47 km from Wotton. Also Ideal if you want to join up with a Full Challenge friend.

  • Quarters – if 25 km is more your thing – there’re options for both the 1st & the stunning 2nd!

  • Cirencester 10 km  – if you’re in the area and want a bit of exercise and to explore the countryside – come and join us. Families are welcome! 

Transport Options

  • Pre-event transfers so you can park at the finish of your challenge, and get a transfer to the start
  • Post event transfers – to local train stations
  • Weekend parking at Cirencester & Wotton

Accommodation & Camping

  • Friday (& Saturday) night accommodation option in University halls at Cirencester start/ finish
  • Saturday night camping packages at Wootton Half Way rest stop

Optional bookings - do once you've signed up to the Challenge.

JUNE 2026

20-21st

NORTH YORKS
Ultra Challenge®

New For 2026

Scarborough Basecamp

Basecamp is in Scarborough – famous for its Fair, and a popular seaside spa since the 17th century. The route heads around the town & beaches, past the castle and then north along the Cleveland Way, with a stunning & historic coastline up through Robin Hood Bay and onwards to Whitby, of Captain Cook & Abbey fame, and our welcome halfway 50km stop. For full 100km challengers, it’s inland along the Esk Valley before heading south into classic moorland scenery. On through Moors Park Forest – joining the Tabular Hills Walk back to Scarborough basecamp, where a big celebration awaits at the finish of an epic challenge!

Our Scarborough basecamp makes a perfect start / finish venue with camping options. The coastal path is one of the best – with amazing views, ups & downs, and bays. Historic Whitby is the 50 km halfway point, and our rest stop is close to the famous Abbey – where we have overnight camping. The 2nd half is all about the ‘classic’ moorland scenery & landscapes – and a real contrast to the 1st 50km. If you’ve not been to this part of England  – you’ll love it – with a fantastic ‘summer solstice’ Ultra Challenge to take on!

  • Full Challenge – 100 km as a full-on ‘continuous’ challenge. with a Scarborough start & finish. Plus: Ultra March® Option (for fast walkers) & New Ultra Trailblazerz™ Option (for fast runners)
  • Full ‘Daylight’ – 100 km over 2 days – camping options or local B&B at Whitby halfway (~50km). 
  • 1st Half  ~50 km taking in Robin Hood Bay to Whitby, with camping options. Plus: Ultra March® Option (for fast walkers) & New Ultra Trailblazerz™ Option (for fast runners)
  • 2nd Half ~50 km from Whitby & also ideal if you want to join up with a Full Challenge friend.
  • 25 km Quarter – Scarborough Loop- if 25 km might suit you – this loop goes around the town, its beaches and picks up the stunning coastline
  • Whitby 10 mile – a fantastic looped route from our major Rest Stop near Whitby Abbey – and perfect if you want a short / sharp challenge!

Transport Options

  • Pre-event shuttles from Scarborough Station to the start
  • Pre-event shuttles from Whitby finish line (so you can ‘park & ride’ to your start)
  • Post-event shuttles to back to the Scarborough start
  • Parking – at the start in Scarborough & Whitby

Camping Options

  • Inclusive package, or pitch only / camper van
  • Friday evening – at Scarborough start basecamp
  • Saturday evening – at Whitby half way stop for 2 day Daylight ‘Full Challenge’ (or 3/4) or 1/2 Challenge’ start / finish
  • Saturday evening – at Scarborough basecamp (for  finishers)

Optional bookings - do once you've signed up to the Challenge.

JULY 2026

4-5th

Peak District
Ultra Challenge®

We’ll welcome 2,000 adventurers into the fabulous Peak District National Park, and our major ‘Basecamp’ hub set-up in idyllic Bakewell, with a range of camping options, hospitality & local accommodation. The full 100 km Challenge takes in a varied figure of 8 route through Derbyshire’s finest scenery with wonderful views, and with 50 km, 25 km  & 10 mile distance options passing Chatsworth House – there’s a Peaks Challenge for all! 

The figure of 8 route out from our Bakewell basecamp provides fantastic & varied experience – from Chatsworth House & disused historic railway lines  to Dales and rolling countryside with fabulous views. Choose a distance that suits, and with camping options at basecamp – or nearby B&B’s in Bakewell itself  – it makes for a great Peaks weekend away!

  • Full Challenge – 100 km as a full-on ‘continuous’ challenge – Bakewell basecamp start, half way, & finish.  Plus: Ultra March® Option (for fast walkers) & New Ultra Trailblazerz™ Option (for fast runners)
  • Full ‘Daylight’ – 100 km over 2 days with half way Bakewell overnight camping option or B&B.
  • 3/4 Challenge (new) ~73 km from Bakewell to Bakewell – and ideal if you want to ‘up’ your distance
  • 1st Half ~50 km Bakewell North Loop, with Chatsworth House, and  wonderful scenery.  Plus: Ultra March® Option (for fast walkers) & New Ultra Trailblazerz™ Option (for fast runners)
  • 2nd Half ~50 km – South loop – also ideal if you want to join a Full Challenge friend.
  • Quarter – 25 km loop from Bakewell basecamp – both pass by Chatsworth House.
  • Bakewell 10 Mile – a 10 mile loop up to Chatsworth House out of basecamp

Transport Options

  • Pre-event transfers from the local train station
  • Post event transfers – to local train stations
  • Weekend parking at Bakewell 

Camping Options

  • Inclusive package, or pitch only /camper van
  • Friday night camping package options at Bakewell
  • Saturday night camping package options at Bakewell

Optional bookings - do once you've signed up to the Challenge.

JULY 2025

18-19th

GOWER PENINSULA
Ultra Challenge®

A new Ultra Challenge for 2025, set in the  stunning Gower Peninsula  – the UK’s first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and famous for its golden beaches, limestone cliffs, wild moors, ridges, and woodlands. Our basecamp is in the grounds of the historic Penrice Castle , with weekend camping options. 

The 100km challenge is a figure of 8 route made up of  west & east loops which take in the best of the Peninsula, its history, and its varied and unique landscape. With 50km, marathon, 25km, and 10K challenge option as well, and a bar & entertainment at basecamp – this event will be the highlight the season! 

  • Full Challenge – 100 km as a full-on ‘continuous’ challenge – Penrice Castle basecamp start, half way, & finish.  Plus: Ultra March® Option (for fast walkers) & New Ultra Trailblazerz™ Option (for fast runners)
  • Full ‘Daylight’ – 100 km over 2 days with half way Penrice Castle overnight camping option or B&B/hotel
  • 1st Half ~50 km Gower West Loop from Penrice Castle – wonderful coastal scenery!  Plus: Ultra March® Option (for fast walkers) & New Ultra Trailblazerz™ Option (for fast runners)
  • 2nd Half ~50 km – East loop – also ideal if you want to join a Full Challenge friend – or just do it!
  • Quarter – 25 km loop from Penrice Castle basecamp.
  • Penrice 10K – a 10 km loop out of basecamp

Transport Options

  • Pre-event transfers from Swansea train station
  • Post event transfers – to Swansea train station
  • Weekend parking at Penrice Castle 

Camping Options

  • Inclusive package, or pitch only /camper van
  • Friday night camping package options at Penrice Castle
  • Saturday night camping package options at Penrice Castle

Optional bookings - do once you've signed up to the Challenge.

south west coast 50

JULY 2026

Sat 25th

South West Coast 50
Ultra Challenge®

A real gem and one of the best Ultra Challenge routes! From basecamp in the shadow of Dunster Castle, the route takes in the fabulous 1st section of the 630 mile SW Coastal Path – from Minehead to Porlock, with fantastic views out towards Wales. Then it’s up & over scenic Exmoor via Dunkery Beacon as we head back to basecamp after an unforgettable 50 km & testing 1600 metres of climb. With camping options, BBQ, bar, entertainment & beaches nearby, it’s a summer highlight not to miss!

A great challenge in the South West taking in the start of the magnificent South West Coastal Path, and the unique countryside of Exmoor – including Dunkery Beacon (Exmoor’s high point) – with panoramic views. Our start / finish venue beneath Dunster Castle is ‘challenge basecamp’ – with a full range of hospitality & camping options across the weekend.

  • 50 km Loop Challenge – from Dunster Castle basecamp near Minehead – with the coastal path, Exmoor, and Dunkery Beacon. Plus: Ultra March® Option (for fast walkers) & New Ultra Trailblazerz™ Option (for fast runners

  • 25 km 1st Half  Challenge – from Dunster Castle basecamp to Porlock – via Minehead and the coastal path

  • 25 km 2nd Half Challenge – from Porlock up to Exmoor – over Dunkery Beacon and back to  Dunster basecamp

  • 25 km Loop Challenge – from Dunster Castle basecamp – with the coastal path & Exmoor.

  • Dunster 10K – a fantastic looped route from our basecamp area below the majestic Castle – up into the surrounding woodland & hills on the estate trails – with fantastic views. 

Transport Options

  • Pre-event transfers from Taunton Station to Dunster basecamp
  • Pre-event transfers so you can park at Porlock (for 25 km)  of your challenge, and get a transfer to the start
  • Post event transfers – to local train stations
  • Weekend parking at Dunster basecamp 

Camping Options

  • Inclusive package, or pitch only / camper van
  • Friday night at Dunster basecamp
  • Saturday night at Dunster basecamp

Optional bookings - do once you've signed up to the Challenge.

AUG 2026

Sat 1st

North Downs 50
Ultra Challenge®

A start & finish basecamp venue in Guildford – and a fantastic summer event!  The looped route takes in some of the North Downs Way, The Surrey Hills, and the magnificent views over the countryside to the south. Join us for this fabulous challenge – with good access from London and the surrounding area, plus looped routes for easy logistics, and optional camping packages at our NEW basecamp.

Taking in the some of the best of the Surrey Hills and the surrounding Surrey & Sussex countryside – with panoramic views from the North Downs. Our NEW start / finish venue at Loseley Park near Guilford is Challenge ‘basecamp’ – with a range of camping options available. All very accessible from London & the South East – and a great summer challenge!

  • 50 km Loop Challenge – from Guilford basecamp at Loseley Park . 
  • Plus: Ultra March® Option (for fast walkers) & New Ultra Trailblazerz™ Option (for fast runners)
  • 25 km Loop Challenge – from Guilford basecamp at Surrey Sports Park 
  • ~25 km 1st Half Challenge – from Guilford basecamp to Dorking – fabulous views!
  • 10 km Loop Challenge – from Guilford basecamp at Surrey Sports Park

Transport Options

  • Pre-event transfers from the local train station
  • Post event transfers – to local train stations
  • Parking close to Guilfford basecamp

Accommodation

  • Friday & Saturday night camping package options at basecam

Optional bookings - do once you've signed up to the Challenge.

AUG 2026

Sat 22nd

London
Summer Walk

Explore the ‘gateway to London’ along the River Thames eastern section. Starting by Woolwich Royal Artillery Barracks, our Marathon looped route heads to Docklands and to the Olympic Park, through the City, along the Thames  along the Thames to Greenwich where it joins the 25km route.  Past the Cutty Sark, a rest stop at the Naval College, around the Greenwich Peninsula – past the O2, Old Royal Naval College, past Thames Barrier Park – and back to the Woolwich basecamp. A route steeped in history and capped with a BBQ & bar at the finish – and a great summer bank holiday weekend adventure! 

A Marathon (42km), 25km, or 10km Walking Challenge  – taking in some of the Capital’s historic areas and sights in the eastern section of the River Thames. A great way to get active over the Bank Holiday weekend and explore new parts of London – and to celebrate the end of summer with a BBQ and bar at the finish.

  • Marathon Challenge (42km loop) Heads through the Woolwich Tunnel, and along the ‘Capital Ring’ & ‘Greenway’ to the Olympic Park. It’s down to the Thames via the Lee Valley Walk to Limehouse, past The Tower of London and across The Thames over Tower Bridge. Back along the Thames – southside – all the way past the Cutty Sark and a rest stop at the Old Naval College. Then along the Thames to the Greenwich Peninsular, past the O2, past the Thames Barrier, through Charlton, and back up to basecamp in Woolwich, where a big cheer, medal, glass of fizz, T shirts and BBQ meal await!
  • 25 km Loop Challenge – from our Woolwich basecamp adjacent to the Barracks  – around the Greenwich Peninsular – along the Thames Path – and into Docklands. Back to Woolwich via the foot tunnel. Rest stop en route with snacks & drinks – finishers BBQ.
  • 10K Walk – if you’re after something a bit shorter!

Transport Options

Excellent transport links – with New Elizabeth Line – DLR – over ground trains from London Bridge – and the River Busses all head to Woolwich.

SEPT 2026

5-6th

South Coast
Ultra Challenge®

The South Downs National Park is a superb backdrop for 2000 adventurers to take on a real challenge. An Eastbourne start, up Beachy Head, the magnificent Seven Sisters, and along the South Downs Way, with stunning views over the sea, to a Brighton half-way. Devil’s Dyke, and a few ups & downs lie ahead before historic Arundel comes into view after an amazing 100 km journey. You’ll get full support & hospitality all the way – and with half & quarter distance options available – there’s a South Coast Ultra Challenge for everyone!

A magnificent challenge backdrop with includes Beachy Head, Seven Sisters Country Park, Brighton sea-front, Devil’s Dyke, and a fantastic 100 km finish in historic Arundel. Whether it’s a full, half, or quarter challenge – it will be unforgettable – and a real highlight of the year!

  • Full Challenge – 100 km as a full-on ‘continuous’ challenge – Eastbourne to Arundel.  Plus: Ultra March® Option (for fast walkers) & New Ultra Trailblazerz™ Option (for fast runners
  • Full ‘Daylight’ – 100 km over 2 days – overnight camping option at the West Hove half way (or hotel / B&B)
  • 1st Half – 57 km to West Hove, taking in the Seven Sisters Park and Brighton.  Plus: Ultra March® Option (for fast walkers) & New Ultra Trailblazerz™ Option (for fast runners
  • 2nd Half – 43 km – West Hove to Arundel. Also Ideal if you want to join up with a Full Challenge friend.
  • Quarters – 1st 25 km option includes Seven Sisters Park – Alfriston finish.

Transport Options

  • Pre-event shuttles from local train stations & finish lines (so you can ‘park & ride’)
  • Post-event shuttles to nearest train stations & back to the start in Eastbourne 
  • Parking – at the start in Eastbourne & other venues

Camping Options

  • Inclusive package or pitch only
  • Friday evening – at Eastbourne main start venue 
  • Saturday evening – at the Brighton 57 km half way stop for 2 day Daylight ‘Full Challenge’ or ‘Half Challenge’ start / finish 

Optional bookings - do once you've signed up to the Challenge.

SEPT 2026

12-13th

Thames Path
Ultra Challenge®

Take on England’s greatest river with a ‘flat’ 100 km route heading out from Putney Bridge, past Hampton Court to Runnymede, of Magna Carta fame, at the 50 km half way. For the full challenge – it’s on to Windsor and then past wonderful historic scenery & countryside to Henley. With half & quarter distance options also, the Bridges Trek, the Moonlight 10 & Henley 10K – there’s a Thames Path Challenge for everyone and the most popular event of the season!

The Thames is steeped in history, and the route heads upstream to Henley taking in Richmond, Hampton Court, Runnymede, Windsor, Eton, and some wonderful countryside along the way.

  • Full Challenge – 100 km as a full-on ‘continuous’ challenge, Putney Bridge to Henley. New ‘ULTRA MARCH‘ Option available (100km as a walk in less than 24 hours!)

  • Full ‘Daylight’ – 100 km over 2 days with overnight camping option or B&B at half way.

  • 3/4 Challenge – 72 km, Hurst Park to Henley, taking in Runnymede & Windsor. 
  • 1st Half – 50 km from Putney to Runnymede, taking in Richmond and Hampton Court. New ULTRA MARCH Option available – do it in less than 12 hours as a walk / trek

  • 2nd Half – 50 km – Runnymede to Henley. Also Ideal if you want to join up with a ‘Full Challenger’ friend.

  • Quarters – if ~25 km is more your thing – ALL 4 quarters are available options – and all are great!

  • Henley 10 K – a loop from our main riverside finish venue on Sunday morning.

Transport Options

  • Pre-event shuttles from local train stations & finish lines (so you can ‘park & ride’)
  • Post-event shuttles to nearest train stations 

Camping Options

  • Inclusive package or pitch only (no camper vans)
  • Saturday evening – at the Runneymede  50 km half way stop for 2 day Daylight ‘Full Challenge’ or ‘Half Challenge’ start / finish

Optional bookings - do once you've signed up to the Challenge.

SEPT 2026

Sat 12th

Thames Bridges Trek

Zig Zag over the Thames

Venture across the Capital with unrivalled views of the skyline. Setting out from Putney Bridge – it’s East towards the City, zig-zagging over 16 of London’s historic bridges – each with its own fascinating story, and with a mid-point refreshment stop at The Oval for some snacks & drinks. 25km later it’s a finish line celebration & some food in Southwark Park, beyond the majestic Tower Bridge, where a big cheers, some fizz, a medal, food, & a celebration await!

+ THAMES 10 KM OPTION – starting at The Oval Cricket Ground – and finishing at Southwark Park – beyond Tower Bridge

The Bridges Trek is a great way to see the best of London with cityscape views & unfolding history. Over 2,000 will take it on, and there’s a party style atmosphere at the finish – and plenty of time to celebrate afterwards!

+ THAMES 10 KM OPTION Saturday morning – Oval Cricket Ground Start- Southwark Park finish – great atmosphere & picnic lunch. 

AND‘Thames Moonlight 10 Walk’ on the Friday out of The Oval Cricket Ground (see the next event – scroll down!)

  • 25 km Bridges Trek – as a walk / trek (no running of jogging allowed). Putney Bridge start – half way stop The Oval Cricket Ground – finish at Southwark Park.
  • 10 KM OPTION – a start from Oval Cricket Ground on Saturday morning (10.30 – 11.00am) with a finish at Southwark Park.
  • ALSO – Friday 11th evening- Thames Moonlight 10 Walk. Take on 10 km or 10 miles from The Oval. Hot food afterwards + bar. Perfect for some exercise & fun – ideal for groups & teams. 

Transport Options

  • The start, at Bishops Park, Fulham – has good public transport links
  • The Finish (Southwark Park) has good Tube & rail links close by.
  • The Oval Cricket Ground (for the 10 km options) – has Tube links close by).

SEPT 2026

Fri 11th

Thames Moonlight 10 Walk

Get Fit Friday & Fun

Kicks off the Thames Path Challenge festival of events on Friday evening. Take on a spirited 10km or an energetic 10 mile looped route through the heart of London as darkness falls, passing famous landmarks – including St Paul’s, Westminster Abbey, Tower Bridge, the London Eye and more. A lively finish awaits – with some fizz, a ‘Moon medal’, some welcome hot food & drink. Perfect to join with friends after work for an active evening on the town!

The ‘Moonlight 10 Walk‘ is on Friday evening setting out from The Oval Cricket Ground. It will be a fun London evening along the Thames – and if you have the legs the local bar will be open afterwards.

Take on a Friday evening 10km or 10 miles on a looped walking route – starting at The Oval. Hot food afterwards. Perfect for some exercise + some fun – ideal for groups & teams. 

ALSO – NEW SATURDAY MORNING THAMES 10K

Part of the Thames Bridges Trek – starting from The Oval Cricket Ground on Saturday (10.30-11.00am) and finishing at Southwark Park with a picnic lunch.

The Kia Oval is well served by public transport – including the underground at Oval (Northern Line) & Vauxhall (Victoria Line).

SEPT 2026

Sat 26th

Chiltern 50
Ultra Challenge®

Our end of September challenge takes in some of the best of the wonderful Chilterns countryside, with historic trails, nature reserves, forests, and a few hills with fantastic views. Starting & finishing at our basecamp near Henley on Thames, there’s a Saturday night celebration BBQ, bar & entertainment, with extensive on-site weekend camping & parking options. 

A great way to end the main season, with extra hospitality to turn it into a celebration. The route will surprise some as it’s rural, scenic, and varied – and all quite close to London & accessible. Why not join us? 

  • 50 km – to Henley and on to Lewknor at half way. Nature reserves, Chiltern Hills, great views, and back to the Henley basecamp
  • Plus – Ultra March® Option (for fast walkers) & New Ultra Trailblazerz™ Option (for fast runners)
  • 25 km – There’s a loop via The Thames & Henley, with a rest stop, and back to basecamp for a BBQ.
  • Chiltern 10K – a fantastic looped route from our Basecamp area up into the surrounding woodland & hills on the estate trails – with fantastic views.

Transport Options

  • Pre-event shuttles from local train station
  • Post-event shuttles to nearest train station
  • Parking – at the Henley Showground basecamp

Camping Options

  • Inclusive package, or pitch only / camper van
  • Friday evening – Henley Showground basecamp
  • Saturday evening – at Henley Showground basecamp

Optional bookings - do once you've signed up to the Challenge.

OCT 2026

Sat 10th

KENT DOWNS 50
Ultra Challenge®

An end of season Ultra Challenge®– in the ‘Garden of England’.  A basecamp near Maidstone, with parking & weekend camping options, the main 50km looped route heads anticlockwise around the Kent Downs – starting on the North Downs Way to Blue Bell Hill, around picturesque Aylesford, and following the River Medway to Mote Park at halfway for a picnic. Along the Len Valley Walk to the majestic Leeds Castle, then the North Downs Way back to the showground finish line and celebration. It’s easily accessible; you’ll get full support; and with 25km & 10km options also available,  there’s a Kent Downs Ultra Challenge® waiting for you!

A great way to end the season, with extra hospitality to turn it into a celebration. The route will surprise some as it’s rural, scenic, and varied – and all quite close to London & accessible. Why not join us? 

50 km LOOP 

From basecamp it’s anticlockwise around the Kent Downs. Heading out on the North Downs Way to Blue Bell Hill and around to the picturesque village of Aylesford one of the River Medway’s hidden jewels. The route follows the River Medway to Maidstone and through Mote Park –  along the Len Valley Walk to Leeds Castle where it turns to re-join the North Downs Way and back to the Kent Showground.

Plus – Ultra March® Option (for fast walkers) & New Ultra Trailblazerz™ Option (for fast runners)

25 km LOOP

Sits within the 50km loop and splits off at the picturesque village of Aylesford one of the River Medway’s hidden jewels heading east on Augustine Camino to Detling via Boxley and back to the Kent Showground. 

10 km LOOP

sits within both the 50km and 25km loop and splits off at the Pilgrim Way returning to Detling via Boxley and back to the Kent Showground. You’ll be rewarded with a medal, glass of fizz & discounted hot meal to celebrate your achievements.

Transport Options

  • Pre-event shuttles from local train station
  • Post-event shuttles to nearest train station
  • Parking – at the Kent Showground basecamp near Miadstone

Camping Options

  • Inclusive package, or pitch only / camper van
  • Friday evening – Kent Showground basecamp
  • Saturday evening – Kent Showground basecamp

Optional bookings - do once you've signed up to the Challenge.

OCT 2026

Sat 24th

London
Halloween Walk

A hair-raising hike around some of the City’s scary streets and historic haunts! Gather your bravest guys & ghouls to make up a team – or go it alone if you dare and meet other chilling challengers. Dress to distress, and our creepy dungeon keepers at The Oval Cricket Ground basecamp start & finish will meet, greet & shock! Once you escape there’s ghostly looped routes, with zombie rest stops, and if you manage to get back in one piece there’s a macabre medal, a glass of the Devil’s fizz, some horrific hot food & drink. 

Why not treat yourself to a hair-raising hike around some of the City’s scary streets and historic haunts? Choose your distance, gather your bravest guys & ghouls to make up a team – or go it alone if you dare and meet up with other chilling challengers. Dress to distress, and our creepy dungeon keepers at The Oval start & finish will meet, greet & shock. Once you escape there’s ghostly looped routes, with zombie rest stops, and if you manage to get back in one piece there’s a macabre medal, a glass of the Devil’s fizz, some horrific hot food & drink!

  • 25km – starting & finishing at The Dungeon. The route heads along the Thames and then loops through the heart of the Capital. Ideal if you’re after some Halloween fun and a proper horror hike with arest stop en route.

  • 10 km – start & finish at ‘The Dungeon’. The loped route heads along the Thames through the heart of the Capital. Perfect for families, teams, or a bit of Halloween exorcise with time for the pub afterwards!

Transport Options

  • The Kia Oval start/ finish – close to Oval tube station (Northern Line) & Vauxhall (Victoria Line + the over ground) 
  • There is strictly NO parking at The Oval; some surrounding streets have relaxed weekend parking restrictions.

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A 2026 ADVENTURE FURTHER afield?

ICELAND CHALLENGE

NEW FOR 2025! Take on the land of fire & ice on this new Iceland Ultra Adventure, set against the backdrop of the rugged landscape of Iceland’s South-Western highlands. Expect steep and rugged back-country terrain, breath-taking views and the very best support. This 4-day trip is action packed and scenic – with some steep volcanic terrain and beautiful views. It will test and reward you! 

JoRDAN CHALLENGE

Take on the Jordan Challenge with an inspirational route through the dramatic desert scenery of Wadi Rum, with vast silent landscapes, ancient sun baked riverbeds, sand dunes, and a  Bedouin style basecamp. This 6 day trip is action packed – with full support, the opportunity to dip in the Dead Sea, and capped off with a visit to Petra – the ‘8th wonder of the ancient world. An unforgettable Arabian adventure!

atlas CHALLENGE

Go higher with the Atlas Challenge! Set in North Africa’s highest mountain range. With snow-capped peaks, rugged valleys, Berber villages and a traditional Moroccan-style basecamp. This 5-day trip is action packed – with steep trails and rugged pathways, plus the chance to extend your stay & explore magical Marrakech. It’s easy to join us, with plenty of flight options from the UK. 

SAHARAN CHALLENGE

A fantastic route through the Draa Valley down to sun baked dunes on the desert edge, with rugged mountain scenery, and a Bedouin style basecamp. This 6 day trip has it all – a tough challenge, stunning scenery, luxury camping, camaraderie, full support, and 2 nights in magical Marrakech either side of the challenge. An unforgettable Moroccan adventure – and some welcome autumn sunshine!

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JOIN AN ULTRA MARCH®

An Ultra March® is about WALKING at a brisk & consistent pace with like minded challengers to achieve it – a bit like a march! – but taking in the great rest stops & services of an Ultra Challenge!

RULES & TIMINGS

Over & above the general Ultra Challenge Rules – with an Ultra March® it’s:

  • STRICTLY WALKING ONLY (no jogging / running)
  • Stage times will be checked.
  • You must complete 100km in sub 24 hours – or 50km is sub 12 hours to qualify for exclusive medal.
  • If you are outside of the time target you still celebrate with a conventional Ultra Challenge medal / certificate.
  • The ‘on target’ pace will be set out in the challenge App (ie the ideal rest stop latest exit times)
  • And there will certainly be a ‘Chief Marcher’ in hi-viz who will be on the correct pace. Stay with – or in front of the Chief – and you’ll get your Ultra March® medal!
  • You will be able to opt into the Ultra March Category on the Registration Form for the 100km 0r 50km option (if available). So follow the normal Sign Up links.
  • The Ultra March® start time is 8.30am (all start together as big group)! 

JOIN ULTRA TRAILBLAZERZ™

A NEW entry category for 2026, aimed at FAST RUNNERS setting off against the clock on to clear course at the front, with 300 or so experienced competitors. With 100 km & 50 km options, Trailblazerz™ is for seasoned Ultra runners, or accomplished marathon participants switching to trails & upping the distance – with the support services, fully signed routes, & rest stops that Ultra Challenge® events are famous for!

  • 100 km in under 12 hours
  • 50 km in under 5 hours
  • Trailblazerz™refuelling stations
  • Trophies & Prize Money
  • Season Leader Boards
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