Centurion North Downs Way 50

North Downs Way 50

The North Downs Way 50 is a point-to-point trail running event covering 50 miles (81 km) along the North Downs Way National Trail. The race starts at the western end of the trail in Farnham and finishes at Knockholt Pound. The course features a total elevation gain of approximately 5,600 feet (1,700 meters) and follows the first half of the North Downs Way 100 route.

The route consists of approximately 80% trail and 20% road. After departing Farnham, participants pass through Puttenham, Guildford, and Ranmore Common. The course includes a steep climb to the summit of Box Hill before descending and heading toward Colley Hill, Merstham, and Oxted. The final section leads to the finish line behind Knockholt Pound Village Hall.

The event has a strict 13-hour cut-off time. Participants must meet a minimum qualification standard of completing at least one marathon distance race within its official time limit between January 1st, 2020, and the race date. There are six fully stocked aid stations providing hydration, gels, and various sweet and savoury snacks.

Mandatory equipment is required throughout the duration of the event, including:

• A fully charged mobile phone
• Water bottles or a bladder with 1-litre capacity
• A survival blanket, waterproof jacket with sealed seams, and a whistle
• A headtorch with at least 100 lumens
• A reusable cup and a supplied GPS tracking unit

The race is held under a UK Athletics permit. Finishers receive a medal, and awards are presented to the top three male and female runners, as well as winners in specific veteran age categories. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.