Winter Downs 200

Winter Downs 200

The Winter Downs 200 is a 200 mile continuous trail run held from 9 to 13 December 2026. The event is based at Juniper Hall, Old London Road, Dorking RH5 6DA, and follows a large loop through the South of England taking in the North Downs Way, Vanguard Way, South Downs Way, Wayfarers Walk and St Swithuns Way.

The course starts at Juniper Hall and travels east for 18 miles on the North Downs Way to the Vanguard Way at Botley Hill, then south for 45 miles to Alfriston. Runners then follow almost 80 miles of the South Downs Way to Exton, continue northeast for 32 miles on the Wayfarers Walk and St Swithuns Way to Farnham, and complete the final 25 miles on the North Downs Way back to Box Hill and Juniper Hall.

The race is a single stage event with a maximum time limit of 96 hours and continuous live tracking across the course. Crews are permitted and runners may use a drop bag at three major aid stations, where hot food and sleeping facilities will be available. The route includes long stretches between aid stations and undulating terrain. The event is held under a UK Athletics permit granted through the TRA; permit number is to be confirmed. Minimum age to enter is 20 years. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.