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Cotswold Way Ultra Challenge

Cirencester, United Kingdom • 13-14 Jun 2026

The Cotswold Way Ultra Challenge is a premier endurance event held in the scenic Cotswolds, starting and finishing at Cirencester basecamp. Participants can choose from multiple distances including 100km, 75km, 50km, 25km, and a 10km option, suitable for walkers, joggers, and runners of all experience levels. The course features rolling hills, charming villages, and trails along the famous Cotswold Way, offering stunning views.

The event provides full support with covered rest stops every 12.5 km, medical and massage teams, free food and drinks, GPS tracking, and timing. Options include solo starts, Ultra March® for brisk walkers, and a new Trailblazerz™ category for competitive runners. Camping and accommodation are available, making it a well-supported and rewarding challenge for up to 2,000 adventurers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom South West (England) Cirencester

Race information

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100 km
2250 m+
Full 2 Day 'daylight' 100 Km
100 km
2250 m+
Full Continuous 100 Km
76 km
1650 m+
3/4 Challenge 76 Km
53 km
1600 m+
1st 1/2 Challenge 53 Km
47 km
650 m+
2nd 1/2 Challenge 47 Km
30 km
1000 m+
2nd 1/4 Challenge 30 Km
23 km
600 m+
1st 1/4 Challenge 23 Km
10 km
Cirencester 10k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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