The Ridgeway Chase
Hertfordshire, United Kingdom • 30 May 2026
The Ridgeway Chase
The Ridgeway Chase is a 60 km ultramarathon run along the historic Ridgeway National Trail. It is a point-to-point race that begins at Ivinghoe Beacon and finishes at Ridgeway View Campsite near Wallingford. The route crosses the Chilterns and North Wessex Downs.
The event is held on the same day as the longer Ridgeway Challenge (86 miles). A maximum of 200 runners can participate, and the minimum age for entry is 20. Runners have 10 hours to complete the course, which features over 1000m of total elevation gain.
Aid stations are located at approximately 16.3 km, 27.9 km, 41.1 km, and 54.8 km. They provide water, cola, electrolyte drinks, gels, chews, crisps, sweets, sandwiches, and fresh fruit. Hot water is available at the third checkpoint.
There is free parking at the finish line. A coach transfer from the finish to the start is operated on race morning. On-course navigation follows the permanent trail signage, supplemented by additional race markings. Runners must carry a mobile phone and have access to the route GPX. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.