St Peters Way Ultra

St Peters Way Ultra

The St Peters Way Ultra is scheduled for 28 February 2027 and follows approximately 42 miles of historic footpath from Chipping Ongar to the Chapel of St Peter-on-the-Wall at Bradwell on Sea. The course runs mostly on footpaths and bridleways with some road and pavement sections through villages, finishing along a raised sea wall. Underfoot conditions vary from short grass to very sticky mud; the route is generally rolling rather than steep and can be exposed and cold near the coast.

Waymarks are in place but navigation is required in places. Organisers supply GPX files for download and each runner is fitted with a tracker; live results are published. There are four checkpoints offering water, squash, coke and basic food, including vegan and vegetarian options, and some items containing nuts. Most checkpoints are outside and indoor facilities are limited; toilets are available at registration and at some pubs but there are no toilets at the finish.

The event lists compulsory kit including the ability to carry 1 litre of fluids, spare emergency food (about 400 kcal), waterproof jacket and trousers with taped seams, warm spare layer, a headtorch (minimum 100 lumens) and a charged mobile phone. The start and finish are in remote locations with limited public transport. A return minibus from the finish to the start can be booked for a non refundable fee of £20. Entry for 2027 is priced at £70 with an Early Bird price of £60 for the first 30 entries; entrants must be 18 or over. Prizes include sustainable bamboo trophies for the top three men and women and a finisher medal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.