Bath 50 Ultra Challenge

Bath 50 Challenge : overview

The Bath 50 Challenge takes place on Saturday 28 March 2026 in the City of Bath, with Bath Racecourse as basecamp. The event uses looped routes around and through Bath, passing landmarks such as the Royal Crescent and sections along the River Avon. The event offers walking, jogging, or running options and includes a Solo Challenger start option, an Ultra March category for paced walkers, and a Trailblazerz category for faster, competitive runners.

Race distances

• 50 km - loop, 1,000 m elevation
• 29 km - loop, 650 m elevation
• 10 km - loop, ~200 m elevation

Format, support, and services

Routes are fully signed and GPS-tracked via the event App. Rest stops are provided approximately every 12.5 km, with major stops around 25 km; the 50 km course includes a picnic at 25 km and hot food at the finish. Marquee rest stops include catering, seating, medical and welfare tents, and massage and podiatry support. The organiser operates a control room and scans participants at rest stops to log progress. Shuttle buses to local train stations, parking, transfers, and camping are listed as available. Finishers receive a medal, finisher T-shirt, and a glass of fizz; a hot meal is provided for 50 km finishers, and picnics for 25 km and 10 km finishers.

Entry options and fees

Self-funding registration fees are listed as: 50 km £139, 25 km £89, 10 km £39. Charity and mixed-funding options are available with different registration fees and fundraising targets. Multi-event discounts and a Young Persons discount are offered. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.