Centurion North Downs Way 50

Farnham, United Kingdom • 16 May 2026

Event overview

The North Downs Way 50® is a 50 mile (81 km) point-to-point run along the North Downs Way National Trail from Farnham in Surrey to Knockholt Pound on the outskirts of Greater London. The route covers approximately 5,600 ft (1,700 m) of total climb and follows the North Downs Way for the entire course until the final half mile into the village finish. Terrain is listed as about 80% trail and 20% road. The event is the first 50 miles of the NDW100 and forms the second race in the 50 Mile Grand Slam.

Logistics, support and rules

Race headquarters is at Farnham Leisure Centre and the finish area is in the fields behind Knockholt Pound Village Hall; public parking for collectors is available at Coolings Lifestyle Garden Centre (TN14 7LJ), a short walk from the finish. Entries require a minimum age of 20 and a qualifying marathon completed within the cut-off of that event since 1 January 2020. Entry fee is £115 (or £117 unaffiliated). The overall finish cut-off is 13 hours and there are additional cut-offs at aid stations.

There are 6 fully stocked aid stations offering a range of foods and sports nutrition with vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options. Medical cover includes race medics, static medical support at the finish and two race ambulances. Pacers and crews are not permitted and spectators must not attend checkpoints. Mandatory kit must be carried and includes a charged mobile phone, minimum 1 litre water capacity, survival blanket, waterproof jacket, whistle, headtorch (min 100 lumens), cup and the supplied GPS tracking unit. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

UTMB 50K
50 mi
5600 m+
North Downs Way 50® - 50 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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