The Ridgeway 40
Avebury, United Kingdom • 9 May 2026
The Ridgeway 40 Walk
The Ridgeway 40 is a linear 40-mile event that accommodates both walkers and runners. The route begins at the Avebury Sports and Social Club in Wiltshire and concludes at the Morrell Room on Church Lane in Streatley. The course initially follows the Herepath before joining the historic Ridgeway track. Participants traverse the undulating chalk downlands across the counties of Wiltshire, Oxfordshire, and Berkshire.
The event follows a point-to-point format. For logistics, an optional coach service is available to transport participants from Streatley Youth Hostel to the starting point in Avebury. The route requires navigation using Landranger maps 173 and 174 or digital equivalents. There are specific closing times for checkpoints along the course; participants who do not reach these locations within the designated limits will be retired from the event.
The registration is limited to 250 participants, and no entries are accepted on the day of the event. Entrants must be at least 14 years old. Support services include snacks and drinks at most checkpoints, as well as refreshments at the finish line. Participants are required to bring their own reusable mug or cup for drinks. Those who complete the full distance receive a cloth badge and an electronic certificate.
Distances available: Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- 40 miles