Race To The Stones
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Race to the Stones
Race to the Stones is a trail event held on the Ridgeway, Britain’s oldest footpath, on 10 to 11 July 2027. The route crosses ancient landscapes and finishes at the Avebury Standing Stones, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Distances offered include:
- 50 km
- 100 km non-stop
- 100 km over two days
The 100 km route includes about 1350 m of elevation gain and long stretches of flowing, runnable trail, with occasional modest climbs, quiet tarmac sections, and riverside paths. Notable landmarks on the route include Grim’s Ditch, Goring on the Thames, Liddington Hill Fort, the Uffington White Horse, Barbury Castle, the Hackpen White Horse, and the Avebury Standing Stones.
Organisers provide marked trails, individual chip timing, event photographers at key spots, and seven main pitstops stocked with food and drink. The halfway basecamp on Lattin Down offers hot food, showers, and live entertainment. Safety measures include independent risk assessments, rapid response paramedic teams, qualified medical staff at pitstops, medical clinics, and a centralised event control system. Bag transfer, bookable shuttles, and parking are available subject to availability.
Entry details note a cut-off of 25+ hours and prices starting from £45 per person, with payment plans available. Since 2013 there have been over 20,000 finishes, and in 2025 more than 40% of participants planned to hike or mix hiking and running. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
