Cheddar Gorge Challenge

Cheddar Gorge Challenge 2026

The Cheddar Gorge Challenge is a day of trail races held on 14 June 2026 at Warren Farm, Charterhouse, Blagdon, Bristol BS40 7XR, UK. The event is organised by Relish Running Races and offers a range of timed races across looped, undulating trail terrain.

Distances available:

• 1km Fun Run
• 3km Fun Run
• 6km
• 10km
• Half Marathon (1 lap)
• Marathon (2 laps)
• Bronze Omnium: 6k, 1k, 100m, Hill Climb
• Silver Omnium: 10k, 1k, 100m, Hill Climb
• Gold Omnium: Half Marathon, 1k, 100m, Hill Climb

The 6km and 10km routes combine mixed surfaces with notable climbs and compensating downhills. The half and full marathon courses visit gorges and valleys and include steep sections; marathon runners negotiate the Hell Steps twice and must start their second lap within a three hour cut off. Aid stations are provided on each route: one on the 6km, two on the 10km, four on the half marathon and nine on the marathon.

Included for participants are electronic timing, a finisher's medal for 6km and longer races, a buffet of fresh fruit and other items, and prizes for category winners. On site there is day parking, a £2 per car parking charge payable to the farmer, and camping that can be booked with the farmer. The event has an aggregate rating of 4.9 from 32 reviews. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.