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Walks & Treks

Take on an Ultra Challenge

Whether you're an experienced adventurer or stepping into something new, these challenges provide scenic routes and the chance to support Evelina London Children’s Charity.

Date(s)

Various throughout 2026 - 2027

Location

Various

All Ultra Events

Join the UK’s number one treks and trail runs series and get ready to achieve something incredible

Choose from 24 events across UK’s most spectacular trails – from the dramatic cliffs of the Isle of Wight to the rugged Scottish Borders, there is a Challenge for everyone.

Join as an individual or as a team and take on distances from 10km up to 100km, as a walk, jog, or run.

Expect unparalleled event support to help you every step of the way. Each event has regular rest stops, fully signed routes, exceptional medical and welfare support and a huge finish line celebration.

How to sign up?

Choose your Ultra Challenge and distance. Explore the full Ultra Challenge calendar.
Select your funding option and choose Evelina London Children’s Charity.
Set up your fundraising page and prepare for your adventure!

Event information

Challenge level

Beginner - Advanced

Distance

10 - 100km

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Autumn | September - November 2026

Thames Moonlight 10 Ultra Challenge | 11 September 2026

The Moonlight 10km Walk kicks off the famous Thames Path Challenge weekend festival of riverside events!

Take on either a spirited 10km or an energetic 10 mile looped route walk through the heart of London as darkness falls and the Moon rises. Experience London in a different light, passing famous landmarks – including St Paul’s, Westminster Abbey, Tower Bridge, the London Eye and more.

Thames Bridges Trek | 12 September 2026

Join 2,500 walkers and trek 25 km across the capital with unrivalled views of the skyline and landmarks!

From a Putney Bridge start it’s East towards the City, zigzagging over 16 historic bridges, each with a fascinating story – and a mid-point rest stop at The Oval Cricket Ground for snacks and drinks. 25 km later, beyond the majestic Tower Bridge, it’s a party style finish line celebration and afternoon picnic in Southwark Park.

Thames Path Ultra Challenge | 12 - 13 September 2026

England’s greatest river provides a fantastic backdrop for an unforgettable challenge, which you can take on at your pace as a walk, jog, or run!

Over 3,000 adventurers will join the Putney Bridge start, and the full 100km route heads upstream to Henley along the famous Towpath. It’s through Richmond, Hampton Court, Runnymede, and Windsor, with some wonderful scenery to a riverside finish line.

Chiltern 50 Ultra Challenge | 26 September 2026

A 50km looped challenge in some of the Chilterns finest countryside, with historic trails, rolling hills, nature reserves, and fantastic views.

The basecamp is in Henley, there’s a Saturday night celebration BBQ, bar and entertainment, with extensive on-site camping and parking options. A route with real variety and some wonderful scenery – and easily accessible from London.

Kent Downs 50 Ultra Challenge | 10 October 2026

A basecamp near Maidstone, with parking and weekend camping options, the main 50km looped route heads anticlockwise around the Kent Downs – starting on the North Downs Way to Blue Bell Hill, around picturesque Aylesford, and following the River Medway to Mote Park at halfway for a picnic.

Along the Len Valley Walk to the majestic Leeds Castle, then the North Downs Way back to the showground finish line and celebration.

London Halloween Walk | 31 October 2026

Why not risk a hair-raising hike around some of the City’s scary streets and historic haunts?

Choose your distance, gather your bravest guys and ghouls to make up a team – or go it alone if you dare and meet up with other chilling challengers. Dress to distress, and you’ll be greeted by creepy dungeon keepers at The Oval start.

Winter | January 2027

London Winter Walk | 30 – 31 Jan 2027

See London’s most iconic sights with this fantastic walking challenge and kickstart your 2027. The London Winter Walk is the best way to start the year strong. Whether it’s the full marathon walk across London, a scenic half marathon along the Thames Path, or the family friendly 10km and 5km.

All routes start and finish at The Oval Cricket Ground and take in both sides of the Thames and the capital’s landmarks. Sign up as a team, or as an individual, and families are welcome.

Spring | March - May 2027

Bath 50 Ultra Challenge | 20 March 2027

Take on a 50km Ultra at your own pace through the elegant, historic city of Bath.

From the Bath Racecourse basecamp, you and 2000 adventurers will head out on looped routes around and through Bath, past the famous Royal Crescent, along the River Avon all while soaking in the city’s panoramic sights.

Windsor 50 Ultra Challenge | 17 April 2027

Get outdoors and onto the trails after the Easter holidays! Choose between the 50km Ultra, a historic 25km, or a sharp 10km challenge.

The route starts at Windsor Racecourse basecamp, you and fellow adventurers will head out on looped routes through the Great Park with fantastic views of the Castle, on to Runnymede, along the Thames Path.

Isle of Wight Ultra Challenge | 1 - 2 May 2027

Great challenges need great settings, and up to 2,000 fellow adventurers will take on the Isle of Wight stunning coastal path – all out to push themselves further.

It’s along the spectacular southern cliffs, past the iconic Needles, and up to historic Cowes. For full island challengers, it’s on to historic Ventnor, and back to the basecamp in Chale after an epic 100km journey.

There’s even camping and transfer options available so you can plan your whole weekend smoothly.

Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge | 15 - 16 May 2027

The Jurassic Coast Challenge is on the spectacular World Heritage coastline.

Starting at Corfe Castle, the route heads down to Swanage, and along through Lulworth Cove, past Durdle Door, with ups and downs to Weymouth half way. For full 100km challengers, it’s past Portland Bill, Chesil Beach, and on to West Bay – before a finish line celebration in the vibrant town of Bridport.

There’s even camping and transfer options available so you can plan your whole weekend smoothly.

London to Brighton Ultra Challenge | 29 - 30 May 2027

The ‘original Ultra Challenge’ – and once again over 2,000 adventurers will take on the Capital to Coast route and test their grit and determination over the weekend.

Starting at Richmond-Upon-Thames, and then it’s over the North Downs with wonderful Surrey and Sussex countryside to half way at Turners Hill. The full 100km route heads over the South Downs before the welcome sight of the Brighton coastline comes into view.

There’s even camping and transfer options available so you can plan your whole weekend smoothly.

Summer | June - August 2027

Lake District Ultra Challenge | 5 - 6 June 2027

Take on England’s finest countryside at your pace.

The basecamp is in Kendal, and it’s a 100km loop taking in a couple of tough hills, the Garburn Pass, historic Ambleside, a half way point by Lake Windermere, forests and nature reserves – with some stunning views en route, before a huge welcome and celebration back at basecamp after a momentous journey.

There’s even camping and transfer options available so you can plan your whole weekend smoothly.

Cotswold Way Ultra Challenge | 12 - 13 June 2027

Take on the stunning Cotswold Way Ultra Challenge through classic rolling English countryside and achieve something incredible in 2027. Join over 2,500 Challengers setting out from basecamp in Cirencester in the heart of the Cotswolds. Enjoy rolling hills, charming villages, footpaths and stunning views all at your pace, whether you walk, jog, or run!

There’s even camping or accommodation available and optional transfers for all Challengers so you can plan your whole weekend smoothly.

North Norfolk 50 Ultra Challenge | 19 June 2027

From a basecamp at Cromer Hall take on a 55km Ultra, a testing ~25km, or a sharp 10 mile challenge at your pace as a walk, jog or run – and fundraise for your favourite charity! The main & relatively flat route, heads out on the ‘Weavers Way’ through diverse landscapes and woodland, to North Walsham at halfway. On and up the Norfolk Coastal path, with dramatic cliffs & sandy beaches back to Cromer.

There’s even camping or accommodation available and optional transfers for all Challengers so you can plan your whole weekend smoothly.

North Yorks Ultra Challenge | 26 – 27 June 2027

Take on one of the most stunning events in the Ultra Challenge calendar and walk, jog, or run across the Cleveland Way and North Yorkshire moors.

Set out from basecamp in Scarborough onto the Cleveland Way, past Scarborough Castle and charming Robin Hood’s Bay before reaching the 50km mark in the shadows of Whitby Abbey. For full100km Challengers you’ll head back towards Scarborough along the Esk Valley and classic moorland scenery. The 10 mile and 25km Loops start and finish in Whitby – one of the most dramatic finish lines in the entire Ultra Challenge calendar!

There’s even camping or accommodation available and optional transfers for all Challengers so you can plan your whole weekend smoothly.

Peak District Ultra Challenge | 3 - 4 July 2027

The starting point is in idyllic Bakewell where you will join over 3,000 fellow adventurers who will test themselves in the fabulous Peak District National Park.

Head out from Bakewell basecamp in the heart of the Peak towards Chatsworth House. From there, you’ll head towards Miller’s Dale with sections along the Monsal Trail, before heading back to Bakewell for a rest and refresh at the 53km mark. Full 100km Challengers will then travel into the southern Peak District with stunning views at Minninglow.

There’s a range of camping options and transfers available for all Challengers so you can plan your whole weekend smoothly.

Gower Peninsula Ultra Challenge | 17 - 18 July 2027

Set in the stunning Gower Peninsula – the UK’s first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and famous for its golden beaches, limestone cliffs, wild moors, ridges, and woodlands.

The starting point is in the grounds of the historic Penrice Castle, with weekend camping options and the 100km challenge is a figure of 8 route made up of west and east loops which take in the best of the Peninsula, its history, and its varied, unique landscape.

There’s a range of camping options and transfers available for all Challengers so you can plan your whole weekend smoothly.

South West Coast 50 Ultra Challenge | 24 July 2027

Taking in the first Minehead section of the famous 630 mile Coastal Path, the route takes participants through the shadows of the impressive Dunster Castle.

The 50km loop then heads over Exmoor with ups and downs and some magnificent views with over 1600 metres of climb.

There’s a range of camping options and transfers available for all Challengers so you can plan your whole weekend smoothly.

North Downs 50 Ultra Challenge | 31 July 2027

The North Downs provides a fabulous backdrop to an incredible challenge with 50km, 25km, and10km options to push yourself further. Walk, jog, or run across the best trails in Surrey.

Head out from basecamp in Guildford along the North Downs Way and up to a spectacular view at St. Martha’s Church. Full 50km Challengers then head back towards basecamp through idyllic villages and the scenic Blackheath Common. This Challenge is easily accessible from London with excellent transport connections – the perfect Ultra Challenge for all!

There’s a range of camping options and transfers available for all Challengers so you can plan your whole weekend smoothly

London Summer Walk | 21 August 2027

Get your walking shoes on and explore some of the Capital’s less known historic areas with a tour of the ‘gateway to London’ along the Thames’s eastern section.

Discover new areas of the capital, head out from basecamp next to the grandeur of Woolwich Barracks (short walk from Elizabeth Line, DLR, and National Rail) on marathon, half-marathon, and 10km routes. Expect sites like Greenwich Riverside, the Thames Barrier, and Tower Bridge on the full marathon route, capped off with a BBQ meal, bar, and music at the finish.

The Borders Ultra Challenge | 28 – 29 August 2027

A brand-new Ultra Challenge for 2027 – heading into Scotland for the very first time! Join the inaugural edition of The Borders Ultra Challenge and head from England to Scotland on foot along stunning Northumbrian coastline and Scottish trails.

Starting from the charming historic town of Berwick-Upon-Tweed, you’ll head north over the Scottish Border towards North Berwick on a 84km route combining two stunning marathons.

There’s a range of camping options and transfers available for all Challengers so you can plan your whole weekend smoothly.

Autumn | September – October 2027

South Coast Ultra Challenge | 4 – 5 September 2027

Heading out from Eastbourne, you’ll travel up Beachy Head, over the magnificent Seven Sisters, and along the South Downs Way to Brighton at the 57km mark. For full 100km Challengers, you’ll head along Devil’s Dyke, with a few challenging climbs before Arundel comes into view at the end of an amazing 100km journey.

There’s a range of camping options and transfers available for all Challengers so you can plan your whole weekend smoothly.

Thames Twilight 10 Walk | 10 September 2027

The Moonlight 10km Walk kicks off the famous Thames Path Challenge weekend festival of riverside events!

Thames Bridges Trek | 11 September 2027

Join more than 2,000 walkers and trek 25 km across London with unrivalled views of the skyline and landmarks. Set out from Putney Bridge and head East towards the City, zigzagging over the Thames on16 historic bridges, each with a fascinating story.

Enjoy a rest and relax at your mid-point rest stop in The Oval Cricket Ground with plenty of pastries, snacks, and drinks. At the end of your epic 25km journey, you’ll head over Tower Bridge to a celebration and afternoon picnic in Southwark Park.

Thames Path Ultra Challenge | 11 – 12 September 2027

England’s greatest river provides a fantastic backdrop for an unforgettable Challenge, hosting over 3,000 Challengers all walking, jogging, and running towards their finish line.

Start by heading over Putney Bridge onto the south side of the River Thames and the iconic towpath. Head upstream through Richmond, by Hampton Court, and out to Runnymede and Windsor. There is wonderful scenery on route as the city turns to countryside, all along a flat and fast path.

There’s a range of camping options and transfers available for all Challengers so you can plan your whole weekend smoothly.

Shropshire Hills 50 Ultra Challenge | 18 September 2027

Brand new for 2027, the inaugural Shropshire Hills 50 Ultra Challenge will take Challengers on a stunning journey across one of the UK’s finest landscapes. Walk, jog, or run across 55km, 25km, and 10 mile routes.

Set out from basecamp and head across stunning hills, varied terrain, and past ancient forts and ruins on route. You’ll travel right to the Welsh border with stunning views into two different countries before returning to basecamp. Enjoy charming villages and historic market towns on route between challenging climbs and an incredible sense of achievement at your finish line.

There are even camping and transfer options available so you can plan your whole weekend smoothly

Chiltern 50 Ultra Challenge | 25 September 2027

A 50km looped challenge in some of the Chilterns finest countryside, with historic trails, rolling hills, nature reserves, and fantastic views.

There are even camping and transfer options available so you can plan your whole weekend smoothly.

Kent Downs 50 Ultra Challenge | 9 October 2027

Along the Len Valley Walk to the majestic Leeds Castle, then the North Downs Way back to the showground finish line and celebration.

There are even camping and transfer options available so you can plan your whole weekend smoothly.

London Halloween Walk | 30 October 2027

Why not risk a hair-raising hike around some of the City’s scary streets and historic haunts?

Once you escape onto your ghostly routes around London, you’ll enjoy zombie rest stops, and if you manage to get back in one piece there’s a macabre medal, a glass of the Devil’s fizz, with a frightening finisher’s meal and drink!

Ready to sign up?

Are you up for a challenge to test yourself, to get in shape, or bond with friends on a weekend adventure? If so, an Ultra Challenge is for you!

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