Race To The King

West Dean, United Kingdom • 20 Jun 2026

Event overview

Race to the King is a trail ultramarathon taking place on 20 June 2026 at West Dean Gardens. The event uses sections of the South Downs Way and the Monarch’s Way. Official cut-off time for the event is listed as 25+ hours. Charity entries are available with reduced entry fees starting at £30, and payment plans are offered across packages.

Race options and event services

Available distances:

  • 30km Monarch’s Loop
  • 50km Coastal 50k
  • 50km Castle 50k
  • 80km Non-stop
  • 100km Non-stop

Route notes: the Monarch’s Loop follows the South Downs Way toward Bignor Hill and returns via the Monarch’s Way. The Coastal 50k passes Chichester Harbour and the village of Bosham before returning to the South Downs. The Castle 50k follows an undulating line along the South Downs Way and passes Arundel Castle. The 80km combines the Coastal 50k with the 30km loop; the 100km combines the Coastal and Castle loops.

Event support and services include fully signposted trails, individual chip timing, pit stops with food and drink, hot food at halfway and a free hot meal at the finish, medical teams and clinics, bag transfer to finish lines, bookable shuttles and parking, finish-line photographer and medal, and optional extras such as merchandise, individual trackers, and event photos. Refund, deferral, and transfer options are offered for bookings. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

100 km
100k Non-Stop
80 km
80k Non-Stop
50 km
Castle 50k
50 km
Coastal 50k
30 km
Monarch’s Loop 30k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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