On 18th April, the Windsor 50 Ultra Challenge hosted more than 2,000 Challengers across 50km, 25km, and 10km routes. Whether it was a walk, jog, or run, every participant pushed themselves further and achieved something incredible.
The fast and flat course took participants along the Thames Path, down the Long Walk right up to Windsor Castle, and through stunning countryside – ideal terrain for setting PBs and enjoying a day out in the sunshine.
Standout Stories
Every participant has an important reason for taking on an Ultra Challenge. Some highlights from the Windsor 50 include 50km runner Jonah, who finished in 6:08:30 just 11 months after two heart surgeries.
Chloe, fundraising for the Firefighters Charity, also completed 50km spectacularly dressed as a fire engine – we thought it was difficult enough in regular walking clothes!
Let us know why you’re taking on your Ultra Challenge on the day of your event – keep an eye out for the content team and we’ll be sure to feature you in our coverage.
Windsor 50 Ultra Challenge Stats
- 64,625 kilometres covered across the Windsor 50 Ultra Challenge – that’s 1.6 times the Earth’s circumference
- £325,000 fundraised for over 100+ charities, including a staggering £75,000 between Friday and Sunday
- The two fastest 50km times ever recorded on an Ultra Challenge event – Max Costley took first place male in a time of 3:33:26, just 34 seconds ahead of Bryan Wilkins in second. Katherine Wood smashed the women’s course record by almost 51 minutes, taking home the £500 prize with a time of 3:41:52.
Looking Ahead
With the Bath and Windsor Ultra Challenges complete, we are looking towards the start of our 100km Challenges. The Isle of Wight Ultra Challenge on 2-3 May is set to be a fantastic start.
If you loved your Challenge, it’s time to step up! Check out the rest of the 2026 season and find your perfect event. Consider a 50km with more elevation, getting back out there to set a PB, or even stepping up to the 75km and 100km Challenges. There are still 17 events all over the country to come – check them out here.
Sign up to your next Ultra Challenge and experience that finish line high all over again (… and again and again).
Event Photos
Don’t forget to purchase your event photos here. Huge thank you to My Sport Photos for taking such incredible images of our participants. The perfect way to remember the day!
Make sure to tag us in your social media posts and use #ultrachallenge #windsor50 so we can see how you got on.
See you again soon Challengers!
