North Downs Way 100
Farnham, United Kingdom • 8 Aug 2026
Event overview
The North Downs Way 100® is a continuous trail race held on 8 August 2026. The route follows the North Downs Way from Farnham in the Surrey Hills to the Julie Rose Stadium in Ashford, Kent. The advertised distance is 103 miles (167 km) with approximately 11,000 ft (3,350 m) of climb and a 30 hour overall cut-off. Terrain is listed as about 20% road and 80% trail. Race HQ is at Farnham Leisure Centre, Dogflud Way, Farnham, GU9 7UD. Minimum age to enter is 20. Entries open 6 September 2025 and close 31 July 2026 (or until full). Entry fees are listed as £220 for UKA-affiliated runners and £222 for unaffiliated runners.
Course, support and rules
The course passes Puttenham, Guildford, Ranmore Common, Box Hill, Reigate Hill, Oxted, Knockholt Pound (50 mile point), Wrotham, Detling, Hollingbourne, Harrietsham, Charing and finishes in Ashford. There are a minimum of 12 fully stocked aid stations offering vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options, hot drinks from Knockholt onwards and hot food at selected locations. Drop bags are permitted (size limit 45 x 25 x 25 cm except finish), with collection points at Mile 50 (Knockholt), Mile 82 (Detling) and Mile 100 (Ashford).
Runners must meet a qualifying standard (a 50 mile race within 15 hours since 1 January 2021) to be allowed to start. Pacers are permitted from Mile 54.5 and crews are allowed under specified rules. Mandatory kit is required at all times and omissions carry a one-hour penalty. Medical cover and course waymarking are provided. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.