The Ridgeway Challenge

Tring, United Kingdom • 30 May 2026

Event overview

The Ridgeway Challenge is an 86-mile (139 km) point-to-point trail running race along The Ridgeway National Trail. The race starts at Ivinghoe Beacon in Hertfordshire and finishes at Avebury in Wiltshire. The course has about 6060 ft (1850 m+) of elevation and a maximum of 250 runners. The minimum entry age is 20 and the race allows 28 hours to complete the route. The event is a UTMB World Series index race and holds TRA license 7125 under UKA rules.

Distances and entry

  • 86 miles (139 km)
  • ~70 km (Ridgeway Sprint, half-distance event running alongside the main race)

Standard entry is shown at £172 (£170 affiliated) with a late-entry fee listed. Withdrawals more than four weeks before the race receive a 90% credit valid for two years.

Route and logistics

The route follows the full length of The Ridgeway National Trail. Permanent trail signage is used throughout; additional Runaway markers are placed where needed. Open tracking is provided and runners must have the route loaded on a watch, phone or paper map. Registration and the race start take place at Ivinghoe Beacon within the Ashridge Estate and the finish is at Avebury Manor.

There are eight checkpoints along the route. Checkpoints provide water, coke, Precision Fuel & Hydration drinks, gels and chews, crisps, sweets, pre-made sandwiches and fresh fruit. Hot water is available from CP3 onwards and hot food is offered at South Stoke (CP5) and Ogbourne St George (CP8). Toilets are listed at CP1, CP3, CP4, CP5 and CP8. Drop bags are available at CP5 and the finish. Required gear includes a charged mobile phone, GPX or map, minimum 1 litre water capacity, survival bag, primary and backup lights, waterproof jacket with hood, warm clothing, basic first aid and a reusable cup. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

UTMB 100K
86 mi
1850 m+
86 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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