Chiltern 50 Ultra Challenge
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Chiltern 50 Ultra Challenge
The Chiltern 50 Ultra Challenge runs on Sat 26 SEPT 2026 and Sat 25 SEPT 2027 from a basecamp in Henley. The event offers looped trail options for participants who walk, jog, or run. There is a solo start option and an Ultra March option, plus a new Trailblazerz option.
Distances:
- 50 km loop
- 25 km loop
- 10 km loop
The route runs through Chilterns countryside with historic trails, rolling hills, nature reserves, and views. The event provides covered rest stops roughly every 12.5 km, with major stops at approximately 25 km and 50 km. Rest stops include seating, toilets, medical areas, changing rooms, baggage pick-up, hot drinks, water, energy drinks, and snack and main meal provision; dietary requirements are catered for and lighter options are available for runners.
Route signing and tracking are provided with extensive directional markings and GPS tracking via a mobile app; the timing system scans participants at rest stops and logs progress. Medical, podiatry, and massage teams are available at rest stops and along the route. Basecamp facilities include on-site camping and parking, a Saturday night meal and bar, camping packages, shuttle transfers to nearby stations, and finish-line hospitality. Finishers receive a medal, a t-shirt, a photo finish, and a post-finish meal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
