London 2 Brighton Ultra Challenge

West Sussex, United Kingdom • 23-24 May 2026

London 2 Brighton Ultra Challenge is Ultra Challenge’s flagship Capital-to-Coast trek from Richmond to Brighton. On 23-24 May 2026, it offers a full 100km route with ~1500 m of ascent, plus shorter options of about 50km and 25km, including a Brighton 25km loop. The course traverses Surrey and Sussex, passing Turners Hill and the South Downs to the coast, with full support and hospitality at marquee rest stops, medical teams, meals, and refreshments. Features include GPS-tracked routes, signposted pink arrows, camping packages, transfers, a Solo Challenger start, Ultra March, and Ultra Trailblazerz categories, and a celebratory finish with a medal, T-shirt, and fizz. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

100 km
1500 m+
Full 2 Day Daylight ~100km
100 km
1500 m+
Full ~100km
75 km
1300 m+
3/4 Challenge ~75km
58 km
800 m+
1/2 Challenge ~58km
50 km
1/2 Challenge ~50km
42 km
700 m+
Sussex Marathon 42km
33 km
600 m+
2nd 1/4 Challenge ~33km
25 km
Brighton 25km Loop
25 km
1/4 Challenge ~25km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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