North Downs Way Ultra Run
Albury, United Kingdom • 10 Jan 2026
Event details
This is a guided trail ultra run meeting at St Martha's Hill, Guildford, Surrey. The event covers 30 miles and is offered on specified dates in 2026. The listed cost is £45 per person. A car park is available at the meeting point, and the location is a short run or taxi ride from a train station. The organiser describes the activity as a group run rather than a race and encourages participants new to ultra running. Participants are advised to have completed at least 22 miles in training and to be able to hold an average pace of about 10 min/mile (6 min/km) for extended periods on trail. A full kit list will be provided before the event.
Route and logistics
The route starts and finishes at St Martha's and follows sections of the North Downs Way through the Surrey Hills. The course passes small villages, Denbies Wine Estate, and reaches the top of Box Hill, where there is a planned stop for a drink and cake. The return follows the North Downs Way westbound, arriving at Newland's Corner and St Martha's church. Further practical details and instructions are sent to participants in the days before the run. An experienced ultra runner and coach will lead the group. A complimentary alcohol-free beer may be offered at the finish, subject to availability. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.