The Ridgeway Challenge
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The Ridgeway Challenge
The Ridgeway Challenge is an 86 miles (139 km) point to point trail running race that follows the entire Ridgeway National Trail from Ivinghoe Beacon in Hertfordshire to the Avebury stone circle in Wiltshire. The event covers varied terrain, from the wooded ridges of the Chiltern Hills to the open chalk downs of the North Wessex Downs, with approximately 1,850 m of elevation gain and a 28 hour time limit.
The race is limited to 150 entrants and has a minimum age of 20. It is a UTMB World Series Index race in the 100K category and is held under Trail Running Association licence and UKA rules.
There are eight official checkpoints located at approximately 17.6 km, 27.9 km, 41.1 km, 54.8 km, 67.1 km, 85 km, 106 km and 124 km. Checkpoints provide water, electrolyte drink, gels and chews, sandwiches, fruit, crisps and sweets; hot food is available at selected later checkpoints and some checkpoints offer hot water.
Navigation is fully marked for the first 60 km and where permanent signage is poor elsewhere; all runners must carry the route on a watch, phone or paper map. Mandatory kit includes a charged mobile phone, route access via GPX or map, at least 1 litre capacity for water, primary and backup lights, a waterproof jacket with hood or spare warm layer, basic first aid, a reusable cup and payment method. A drop bag service is provided to CP5 and the finish. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
