Winter Downs 200
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Winter Downs 200 : Dec 2026
The Winter Downs 200 is a 200 mile (321 km) continuous trail run forming a giant loop around the South of England. The route follows five way marked trails in sequence: the North Downs Way, Vanguard Way, South Downs Way, Wayfarers Walk and St Swithuns Way, and returns to Juniper Hall near Box Hill in Dorking. Elevation gain for the course is 22,500 ft (6,800 m). Terrain is approximately 20% road and 80% trail.
Runners have a maximum of 96 hours to complete the course. There are three major aid stations with hot food, access to drop bags and on-site sleeping, plus one safety point offering hot drinks and limited food but no sleeping facilities or drop bag access. Specific on-site stop limits apply: 3 hours at CP1, 6 hours at CP2 and CP3, and 60 minutes at the safety point. Drop bags are limited to one per runner, maximum 20 kg and 120 litres.
The event is limited to 100 starters. Entry fee is £600 and places are allocated subject to acceptance by race management; applicants must declare relevant running or multi‑sport experience. The course is not continuously marked; runners must carry GPX navigation. Pacers are not permitted. Crews are allowed only at specified points and are not permitted inside the aid stations.
Professional race medical cover is provided. A mandatory kit list is enforced with a full kit check at registration and spot checks on course; time penalties apply for missing items. All finishers receive a buckle and podium and veteran category prizes are awarded. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
