Thames Path Ultra Challenge

London, United Kingdom • 13-14 Sep 2025

The Thames Path Ultra Challenge is a premier endurance event held in England along the scenic Thames Towpath, running from Putney Bridge in London to Henley-on-Thames. Participants can walk, jog, or run distances ranging from 10 km to 100 km, including options for 100 km continuous, 2-day daylight 100 km, 75 km, 50 km, 25 km, and 10 km races. The route passes through historic and picturesque locations such as Richmond, Hampton Court, Runnymede, and Windsor, finishing by the riverside in Henley. The event features well-supported rest stops with food, medical aid, and massage, GPS tracking, camping packages, and a festive atmosphere with medals, T-shirts, and finishers' celebrations. It is part of a weekend festival including additional Thames-themed events. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

UTMB 20K UTMB 50K UTMB 100K
100 km
350 m+
Full 2 Day Daylight 100 Km
100 km
350 m+
Full Continuous 100 Km
72 km
3/4 Challenge 72 Km
50 km
200 m+
1st Half Challenge 50 Km
50 km
150 m+
2nd Half Challenge 50 Km
28 km
20 m+
1st Quarter Challenge 28 Km
28 km
20 m+
3rd Quarter Challenge 28 Km
22 km
20 m+
2nd Quarter Challenge 22 Km
22 km
20 m+
4th Quarter Challenge 22 Km
10 km
Henley 10k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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