Winter Downs 200
Dorking, United Kingdom • 9-13 Dec 2026
Winter Downs 200
The Winter Downs 200 is a 200 mile continuous trail run taking place 9 to 13 December 2026. The course forms a large loop around the south of England and starts and finishes at Juniper Hall near Box Hill, Dorking. Runners have up to 96 hours to complete the single-stage event. Live tracking is provided across the entire route.
The route follows established long-distance trails and passes the following main sections:
- 18 miles on the North Downs Way to the Vanguard Way junction
- 45 miles on the Vanguard Way to Alfriston
- about 80 miles on the South Downs Way to Exton
- 32 miles on Wayfarers Walk then St Swithuns Way to Farnham
- 25 miles on the North Downs Way back to Juniper Hall
The event permits crew support and provides access to a drop bag service at three major aid stations where hot food and sleeping facilities are available. Long stretches occur between aid stations and there are extended hours of darkness each day. The race is held under a UK Athletics permit via the TRA; permit number is to be confirmed.
Entry information published for the event includes entries opening 21 December 2025 and closing 30 November 2026, a minimum age of 20, and published entry fees of UKA discounted £600 and Non-UKA discounted £602. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.