Centurion North Downs Way 50
Farnham, United Kingdom • 16 May 2026
Event
The North Downs Way 50® is a 50 mile (~81 km) point-to-point trail race on the North Downs Way National Trail from Farnham in Surrey to Knockholt Pound on the outskirts of Greater London. The event is the 15th annual running and is the second race in the 50 Mile Grand Slam. Total climb is listed as 5,600 ft (approx 1,700 m). The course surface is about 80% trail and 20% road. The entry fee is £115 (£117 unaffiliated). Minimum age is 20.
Course, support and rules
The route follows the North Downs Way without deviation until the final half mile into the finish fields behind Knockholt Pound Village Hall. There are six fully stocked aid stations offering energy gels, electrolyte drink, water, soft drinks, snacks and sandwiches; hot food and drinks are available at the finish. Cut-off for the event is 13 hours. Entries require a minimum qualifying performance of a marathon completed within that event’s cut-off between 1 January 2020 and race day.
Pacers and crews are not permitted and spectators are not allowed at checkpoints. The course is marked with North Downs Way signposts plus event marker arrows and ribbons, but runners are responsible for navigation and road crossings. Mandatory kit is required and will be checked at random; missing items may incur a one hour time penalty. Medical cover and race medics are provided, including ambulances and static medical aid at the finish. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.