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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 your Ultra Challenge and distance.
2. Select your funding option and choose 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, when you sign up to the full sponsorship option for any event and distance!

Spring | March - May

Bath 50 Ultra 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 50 Ultra 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 Ultra 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 Ultra 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 2 Brighton Ultra 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 Ultra 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 Ultra 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.

North Yorks Ultra Challenge | 20 – 21 June 2026

A basecamp in Scarborough and a stunning coastal and moorland challenge, which you can take it on at your pace as a walk, jog, or run!

The route heads around the town and then north on the Cleveland Way, with a stunning coastline up through Robin Hood Bay and onwards to Whitby, and a welcome halfway 50km stop.

Peak District Ultra 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.

Gower Peninsula Ultra 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 50 Ultra 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.

North Downs 50 Ultra 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.

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 2026 heads into the heart of the Capital.

Autumn | September - November

South Coast Ultra Challenge | 5 - 6 September 2026

The South Downs National Park is a superb backdrop for 2000 adventurers to take on a real challenge, and you can take it on at your pace as a walk, jog, or run!

An Eastbourne start, up Beachy Head, the magnificent Seven Sisters, and along the South Downs Way, with stunning views over the sea, to a Brighton half-way. Devil’s Dyke, and a few ups and downs lie ahead before Arundel comes into view after an amazing 100km journey.

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.

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!