The Ridgeway Challenge
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The Ridgeway Challenge
The Ridgeway Challenge is an 86-mile (139 km) point to point trail running race along the entire length of The Ridgeway National Trail. The 2027 edition is scheduled for 29th May 2027 and runs from Ivinghoe Beacon in Hertfordshire to the Avebury Stones in Wiltshire. The course gain is given as 6060 ft (approximately 1850 m) and the overall time limit is 28 hours.
The route is fully signed along the permanent Ridgeway signage for most of the race and will be marked with additional race signs where navigation is less clear. Open GPS tracking is provided for all runners. The event is licensed by the Trail Running Association and held under UKA rules, and it is listed as a UTMB World Series index race. Maximum field size is 150 runners and minimum age is 20.
There are eight checkpoints spaced along the route, offering water, electrolyte drink, gels and chews, snacks, fruit, pre-made sandwiches, and toilet facilities. Hot food is available at specific later checkpoints and hot water is available at several checkpoints. Runners must carry mandatory kit for the full event, including a charged mobile phone, route on GPX or paper map, at least 1 litre of water capacity, a foil blanket or survival bag, a primary light and backup, head covering, basic first aid supplies, a non collapsible reusable cup, waterproof jacket with hood or spare warm clothing, nutrition, and payment method. Drop bags are transported to checkpoint 5 and the finish. Entry fees start from £162 or £160 for affiliated runners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
