COTSWOLD WAY
PARTICIPANT AREA
This area of the website is designed for those who are signed up to the 2024 Cotswold Way Challenge, to help plan and prepare for the event!
MISSING A MEDAL & FINISHER'S T-SHIRT
For those of you that missed & finishers t-shirt – there’s still time to get one posted to you from our website! No matter what distance you completed, everyone deserves a medal and a finishers T-shirt. The £4 cost covers postage & packing and be sent straight to your door!
DOWNLOAD THE EVENT APP
You MUST download the App for access to key info & updates. Available in both the Apple or Google Stores, search ‘Action Challenge’ and download. Then, on the front screen (OR go to ‘Load New’ in the burger menu if you already have the base App installed) enter the code CWW24 – which downloads the info for the Cotswold Way Challenge.
You can view the App Info on a Computer:
- Click the button below to go to the Web App Login page
- Enter User ID as ACT
- Enter CWW24 Passcode (same as mobile App above)
The App holds all key information that you will need for the day including the final event guide, route maps, parking, camping, accomodation & transfers and FAQs on managing your place. The App will also get updated in the lead up to the Challenge, – so make sure you have it on your phone!
If you have registered ON OR BEFORE the 13th June your name, bib number and start time should appear in the list below.
Anyone registered ON or AFTER 14th June you will receive your Start Time by close of play Thursday 22nd June. If you did register ON or BEFORE the 13th June and have not received a Start time please check your spam/junk folder FIRST and then check if your name is on the Start Time list below. If you still cannot find your name or start time, please fill out the Missing e-ticket request form and this will be re-sent out by COP 22nd June.
The list will not be updated again.
We can no longer accept Start Time Amendment requests.
A must read as it has important on the day information including details about our registration process, supporter access, car parking & transport arrangements, how you get your bib & event pass / timing chip, route information & more.
Please note: this Event Guide may be subject to changes & revisions
Contact from your Charity
IF YOU chose TO SUPPORT A CHARITY
You can expect to hear from your chosen charity within 2 weeks of registering onto your Ultra Challenge. Whilst every charity communicates slightly differently with their fundraisers – most offer advice, fundraising buckets/ donation tins, t-shirts etc.
However you don’t need to wait for them! Follow the guidelines below; set up your online JustGiving sponsorship donation page – and let your friends, family or work colleagues know where to find it – and get started!
If you have not heard from your charity within 2 weeks of signing up – then please email us at: charity@acitonchallenge.com
Setting up your online page
MAKE SURE YOU DO IT CORRECTLY!
If you’re supporting a charity, to enable them to track your fundraising; know when you’ve reached your agreed target, and confirm your place with us (for Full Sponsorship & Mixed Funding) – you MUST set up your online fundraising / sponsorship page via JustGiving – under the correct event page . Use the link below.
Walk, Hike, or Trek
COTSWOLD WAY
100 km < 24 hrs / 50 km <12 hrs
Up for a NEW Style of Ultra Challenge?
Many who run & jog can crack the 24 hr/100km or 12 hr / 50km target. However, 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 the Cotswold Way Ultra Challenge!
- Participants opt in to ‘Ultra March’ category (100km or 1st Half 50km)
- Up to 300 will set off together as a big Ultra March group.
- Single Start Time – 10.00am Saturday.
- FREE Ultra March T shirt & headband picked up ‘on-the-day’.
- Ultra March ‘Pacers’ set min. pace (with ‘sensible’ rest stop time).
- Special Finishers Medal & Certificate .
- ‘Hall of Fame’ on the Ultra Challenge website (optional!).
THE RULES:
Over & above the general Ultra Challenge Rules – with an Ultra March it’s:
- STRICTLY WALKING ONLY (no jogging / running)
- Stage times will be ‘checked’ to ensure the above.
- You must complete 100km is sub 24 hrs / 50km < 12 hrs to qualify for special medal & certificate.
- If you are ‘outside’ of the 24 hr / 12 hr target – you still celebrate with a conventional ‘Ultra Challenge’ medal / certificate.
NOT YET SIGNED UP TO THIS ULTRA CHALLENGE?
- You will be able to ‘opt’ into the Ultra March Category on the ‘100km Continuous’ or 1st Half ~50km Registration / Sign Up Form. So follow the normal ‘Sign Up’ links.
ALREADY SIGNED UP TO THIS ULTRA CHALLENGE?
- If you’ve already signed up for 100km (or 1st Half ~50km) as a walker – you can ‘switch’ into the ‘Ultra March’ category on this event at ZERO cost. Use the LINK BELOW to request this; select Cotswold Way – and we’ll get it processed.
ULTRA MARCH REQUEST >>
2023 pre event video briefing
A full run down of what to expect on the 2023 Cotswold Way Ultra Challenge 2023 hosted by the Event Director Julian Risley.
FEEDBACK FORM
Now that you’ve taken part in the event – we’d love to hear your feedback on what we did well and what we can improve on. Please fill out the short form below to receive instructions on how to view your timings & certificates for the challenge.
view your results
You did amazingly well, so why not make it official and download your challenge certificate! The finish times been checked and verified, so head to the Timing Website to download and see your certificate.
1. Visit the Live trail – Timing website
2. Search for yourself on the top left toolbar (either name or bib number)
3. Click on the scroll icon to the left of your timing profile (labelled ‘Certif’)
4. Click to download your certificate!
LIVE TIMING & TRACKING
Our live Timing & tracking website has been launched – this is where your friends & family can follow your progress along the route as you make your way to your finish line.
Share with them the website and they can follow the simple steps below to keep a track of your movements over the weekend!
2. Search for yourself, a friend or family member on the top left toolbar (either name or bib number)
GPX route maps
Download the GPX file of your route, to have the map at your finger tips on the day either on Garmin or through your phone on Outdoors GPS, OS Maps, View Ranger or Kommot.
bookable extras
All Bookable Extras are now closed!
Pre & Post Challenge shuttles – parking – camping/accommodation more information to follow.
Please note – you can still book a parking pass ahead of your challenge using the link below.
Follow the link below for more information about the bookable extras and how to make your bookings.
Please ensure you read our website to understand what optional extras you have booked relevant to your distance to avoid confusion on the day of your challenge!
HIRE A 'GEO TRACKER'
Family & friends can follow you every step of the way!
If you’d like family & friends to track your real time progress on your Ultra Challenge, then why not book a new Geo Tracker! Pick it up at the start of the event – share the map with them – and then they’ll be able to see exactly where you are – day & night !
Training Plans
not sure how to begin your training?
If you are new to Ultra Challenges, and unsure how or where to begin your training download our training guides that will help you on your way. From 25km, 50km to 100km, whether you are walking or running, these plans will allow you to plan & prepare for event day.
Join us online
MEET FELLOW CHALLENGERS
The Ultra Challenge Facebook community is 70,000 strong – and growing – and is a great place to meet fellow challengers, hear how others have prepared & trained, organise transport, and even join meet-up walks as part of your preparation. The community has deep experience within it, it’s a very useful resource, it’s friendly, and would welcome you with open arms!
Visit our store
OFFICIAL EVENT MERCHANDISE
From high quality event branded tech t-shirts to jazzy leggings – we also have hoodies, hats, buffs & more to help you get kitted out for your challenge.
