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Take on an Ultra Challenge

Name: Ultra Challenges for Evelina charity
Start: 2026-12-31
Location: Various

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

Location

Various

All Ultra Events in 2026

How to sign up

1. Choose an Ultra Event.
2. Select Evelina London Children’s Charity.
3. Set up your fundraising page and prepare for your adventure!

Event information

Time

Start time 7am – 9am

Challenge level

Beginner - Advanced

Distance

10 - 100km

Receive 25% off your registration fee to any of the events below

Spring | March - May

Bath 50km Challenge | 28 March 2026

A great way to kick off the Ultra Challenge season! 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 Easter 50km Challenge | 18 April 2026

Make it an active Easter! 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 Challenge | 2 - 3 May 2026

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.

Jurassic Coast Challenge | 16 - 17 May 2026

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.

London to Brighton Challenge | 23 - 24 May 2026

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.

Summer | June - August

Lake District Challenge | 6 - 7 June 2026

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.

Cotswold Way Challenge | 13 - 14 June 2026

The Cirencester basecamp is the start of the 100km looped route through the heart of the Cotswolds, providing a stunning setting for adventurers to test themselves.

Rolling hills, villages, the Cotswold Way, footpaths and trails, with some fabulous views en route.

Peak District Challenge | 4 - 5 July 2026

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.

There’s a full range of camping options, car parking, hospitality and welfare services across the weekend – with a full 100km Challenge which takes a tough and varied figure of 8 route through Derbyshire’s finest scenery.

North Downs 50km Challenge | 1 August 2026

North Downs Ultra Challenge starts at the Guildford basecamp, and a looped 50km route which takes in some of the best of the Surrey hills, the North Downs Way, and the surrounding countryside.

A route with real variety and some wonderful scenery and fabulous views out to the south – and easily accessible from London.

Gower Peninsula Challenge | 18 - 19 July 2026

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.

South West Coast 50km Challenge | 25 July 2026

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.

London Summer Walk | 22 August 2026

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.

Starting alongside the grandeur of Woolwich Royal Artillery Barracks, this new marathon looped route for 2025 heads into the heart of the Capital.

Autumn | September - November

Thames Moonlight 10km 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.

Chiltern 50km 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 50km 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.

Any questions?

To find out more, please contact our friendly Events Team.

Ready to sign up?

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