This area of the website is designed for those who are signed up to the 2024 North Downs 50 Challenge, to help plan and prepare for the event!
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 ND5024 – which downloads the info for the North Downs 50 Challenge.
You can view the App Info on a Computer:
The App holds all key information that you will need for the day including the final event guide, route maps, parking & 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!
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.
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 and revisions
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
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.
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!
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!
Our live Timing & tracking website is now LIVE – 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!
Many who run & jog can crack the 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 N Downs 50 Ultra Challenge!
THE RULES:
Over & above the general Ultra Challenge Rules – with an Ultra March it’s:
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A full run down of what to expect on the North Downs 50 Challenge.
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 10km, 25km, to 50km, whether you are walking or running, these plans will allow you to plan & prepare for event day
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!
If you registered ON OR BEFORE the 19th June your name and start time should appear in the list below.
Anyone registered ON or AFTER 5th June will receive your Start Time on your E-ticket by close of play Wednesday 12th July. If you did register ON or BEFORE the 19th 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, fill out the Start Time Amendment form below.
PLEASE NOTE: If you would like your start time amended due to exceptional reasons, please complete the start time request form and the team will be in touch.
The list will be updated again on the 12th July.
If you have registered ON OR BEFORE the 11th July your name, start time & bib number will be on the list linked below.
Those who registered after this date will recieve their Start Time with their E-Ticket on Thursday 20th July.
PLEASE NOTE: If your name is not on the list or if you have not received your E-ticket and you registered on or before the 11th July, please complete the E-ticket request form and the team will be in touch.
This is the final list and will not be updated again before the event.
The deadline for bookable extras has been extended until Thursday 13th July.
Pre & Post Challenge shuttles – parking – accommodation – Friday Night Dinner.
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 might need need to book relevant to your distance to avoid confusion on the day of your challenge!
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.
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 !
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!
Your feedback is always important to us – and if you would like to be in with a chance of winning a FREE place on one of our 2022 Ultra Challenges, please take a couple of minutes to complete our short survey about the Easter 50 Challenge and tell us what you thought.
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.
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