Cats Protection

Cats Protection

The UK's leading cat welfare charity provide brilliant opportunities to get active outdoors, from their original UK treks to charity places in major events!

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Suzanne F.

Suzanne F.

Edinburgh Marathon 2025
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£385
Hannah A.

Hannah A.

Oxford Half Marathon 2025
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£350
Jiaming Y.

Jiaming Y.

Schneider Electric Paris Marathon 2026

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£165
Brendan S.

Brendan S.

Amsterdam Mizuno Half Marathon 2025
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£67
Pauline B.

Pauline B.

Amsterdam Mizuno Half Marathon 2025
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£65
Carrie M.

Carrie M.

Thames Bridges Trek 10km 2025
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Osiyan G.

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Richmond Half Marathon 2025
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Cats Protection charity places

Run for cats! Take on anything from a 5K to 26.2-mile run to support the welfare of cats in the UK.

The Kew 10K is run entirely within Kew Gardens and every runner will receive a fantastic medal, a technical running t-shirt (male and female cut) and free entry into the gardens!
  • Sat 28 Mar 2026
  • £20 + £200 fundraising
Richmond, UK

Kew Gardens 10K

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The Kew 10K is run entirely within Kew Gardens and every runner will receive a fantastic medal, a technical running t-shirt (male and female cut) and free entry into the gardens!

  • 10 km road running + 63 ft ascent
The Kew Half Marathon starts inside Kew Gardens and every runner will receive a fantastic medal, a technical running t-shirt (male and female cut) and free entry into the gardens!
  • Sun 29 Mar 2026
  • £25 + £300 fundraising
Richmond, UK

Kew Gardens Half Marathon

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The Kew Half Marathon starts inside Kew Gardens and every runner will receive a fantastic medal, a technical running t-shirt (male and female cut) and free entry into the gardens!

  • 13.1 miles road running + 85 m ascent
If you've ticked off a few 10Ks and you're ready to step it up - this one's for you. Set against the backdrop of Scotland's capital, this run blends scenery with the thrill of a stadium finish!
  • Sun 29 Mar 2026
  • £10 + £100 fundraising
Edinburgh, UK

Kilomathon Scotland 13.1K

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If you've ticked off a few 10Ks and you're ready to step it up - this one's for you. Set against the backdrop of Scotland's capital, this run blends scenery with the thrill of a stadium finish!

  • 13.1 km road running + 110 m ascent
Fuel your fundraising in Scotland’s biggest city as you stride through Glasgow’s vibrant streets and parks, raising vital funds for your chosen charity with every step on this unforgettable Kiltwalk.
  • Sat 25 Apr 2026
  • £20 + FREE fundraising
Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire, UK

The Kiltwalk Glasgow | Big Stroll | Saturday

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Fuel your fundraising in Scotland’s biggest city as you stride through Glasgow’s vibrant streets and parks, raising vital funds for your chosen charity with every step on this unforgettable Kiltwalk.

  • 14.6 miles walking + 241 ft ascent
Fuel your fundraising in Scotland’s biggest city as you stride through Glasgow’s vibrant streets and parks, raising vital funds for your chosen charity with every step on this unforgettable Kiltwalk.
  • Sun 26 Apr 2026
  • £20 + FREE fundraising
Glasgow, Glasgow City, UK

The Kiltwalk Glasgow | Mighty Stride

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Fuel your fundraising in Scotland’s biggest city as you stride through Glasgow’s vibrant streets and parks, raising vital funds for your chosen charity with every step on this unforgettable Kiltwalk.

  • 22.7 miles walking + 371 ft ascent
Fuel your fundraising in Scotland’s biggest city as you stride through Glasgow’s vibrant streets and parks, raising vital funds for your chosen charity with every step on this unforgettable Kiltwalk.
  • Sun 26 Apr 2026
  • £20 + FREE fundraising
Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire, UK

The Kiltwalk Glasgow | Big Stroll | Sunday

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Fuel your fundraising in Scotland’s biggest city as you stride through Glasgow’s vibrant streets and parks, raising vital funds for your chosen charity with every step on this unforgettable Kiltwalk.

  • 14.6 miles walking + 241 ft ascent
Enjoy a fully closed road race, on flat coastal roads with a spectacular seafront finish. Chance to take home a PB along with the finishers' t-shirt and medal.
  • Sun 3 May 2026
  • £40 + £300 fundraising
Worthing, West Sussex, UK

Worthing RUNFEST Half Marathon

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Enjoy a fully closed road race, on flat coastal roads with a spectacular seafront finish. Chance to take home a PB along with the finishers' t-shirt and medal.

  • 13.1 miles road running + 37 m ascent
A fun, flat and fast 10K run along the coastal roads of Worthing, a great atmosphere, with cheer points along the route and a bespoke medal and t-shirt.
  • Sun 3 May 2026
  • £20 + £200 fundraising
Worthing, West Sussex, UK

Worthing RUNFEST 10K

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A fun, flat and fast 10K run along the coastal roads of Worthing, a great atmosphere, with cheer points along the route and a bespoke medal and t-shirt.

  • 10 km road running + 16 m ascent
The Leeds Half Marathon is Yorkshire’s biggest and probably loudest event of its kind and features an exhilarating city centre finish in Millenium Square with great atmosphere throughout!
  • Sun 10 May 2026
  • £25 + £150 fundraising
Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK

Leeds Half Marathon

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The Leeds Half Marathon is Yorkshire’s biggest and probably loudest event of its kind and features an exhilarating city centre finish in Millenium Square with great atmosphere throughout!

  • Half marathon
A demanding challenge, taking on 100km along the UNESCO World Heritage Jurassic Coast, starting from Corfe Castle on a fully-supported challenge visiting the highlights of the region.
  • Sat 16 - Sun 17 May 2026
  • £37.50 + £575 fundraising
Wareham, Dorset, UK

Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge | Full 100km continuous

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A demanding challenge, taking on 100km along the UNESCO World Heritage Jurassic Coast, starting from Corfe Castle on a fully-supported challenge visiting the highlights of the region.

  • 100 km trail running + 2300 m ascent
Walk, jog or run along the spectacular UNESCO World Heritage coastline from Corfe Castle past Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door, with full support, welcoming base camp and finish line celebration!
  • Sat 16 - Sun 17 May 2026
  • £37.50 + £575 fundraising
Wareham, Dorset, UK

Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge | Full 100km over 2 days

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Walk, jog or run along the spectacular UNESCO World Heritage coastline from Corfe Castle past Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door, with full support, welcoming base camp and finish line celebration!

  • 100 km trail running + 2300 m ascent
58km of beautiful trail, with ups and downs giving over 1600m of ascent on a gorgeous coastal route which visits some of the highlights of the Jurassic Coast.
  • Sat 16 May 2026
  • £30 + £375 fundraising
Wareham, Dorset, UK

Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge | 1st Half

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58km of beautiful trail, with ups and downs giving over 1600m of ascent on a gorgeous coastal route which visits some of the highlights of the Jurassic Coast.

  • 58 km trail running + 1700 m ascent
A looped route which follows the Purbeck Way to Swanage, before returning along the coast, to finish at Church Knowle near Corfe Castle, for a well-deserved glass of fizz.
  • Sat 16 May 2026
  • £22.50 + £275 fundraising
Wareham, Dorset, UK

Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge | 1st Quarter

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A looped route which follows the Purbeck Way to Swanage, before returning along the coast, to finish at Church Knowle near Corfe Castle, for a well-deserved glass of fizz.

  • 25 km trail running + 600 m ascent
A classic Jurassic challenge, starting from Corfe Castle, along the Purbeck Ridge to Durdle Door, where the undulating route leads to the finish at Weymouth
  • Sat 16 May 2026
  • £22.50 + £275 fundraising
Wareham, Dorset, UK

Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge | 2nd Quarter

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A classic Jurassic challenge, starting from Corfe Castle, along the Purbeck Ridge to Durdle Door, where the undulating route leads to the finish at Weymouth

  • 34 km trail running + 1100 m ascent
Take on the ‘classic Jurassic’ scenery, coastal sights and tough climbs of this marathon-distance challenge along the stunning coastal path whilst enjoying full support along the way.
  • Sat 16 May 2026
  • £30 + £375 fundraising
Weymouth, Dorset, UK

Weymouth Trail Marathon

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Take on the ‘classic Jurassic’ scenery, coastal sights and tough climbs of this marathon-distance challenge along the stunning coastal path whilst enjoying full support along the way.

  • 42 km trail running + 1100 m ascent
The route is 3/4 of the Full Challenge – so starts at the Corfe Castle main start, takes in the fantastic 2nd 1/4 Challenge route to Weymouth, and then on to West Bay and the finish line at Bridport.
  • Sat 16 May 2026
  • £30 + £375 fundraising
Wareham, Dorset, UK

Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge | 3/4 Challenge

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The route is 3/4 of the Full Challenge – so starts at the Corfe Castle main start, takes in the fantastic 2nd 1/4 Challenge route to Weymouth, and then on to West Bay and the finish line at Bridport.

  • 76 km trail running + 1800 m ascent
A marathon distance challenge departing from Weymouth, visiting Chesil Beach and the West Dorset Heritage Coast en route to the finish line at Bridport.
  • Sat 16 May 2026
  • £30 + £375 fundraising
Weymouth, Dorset, UK

Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge | 2nd Half

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A marathon distance challenge departing from Weymouth, visiting Chesil Beach and the West Dorset Heritage Coast en route to the finish line at Bridport.

  • 42 km trail running + 600 m ascent
Dash through 13.1 miles of East London, with vibrant street art, live music, and unbeatable crowd support cheering you on every step of the way. Think handmade banners, high fives, and fun!
  • Sun 17 May 2026
  • £25 + £250 fundraising
London, UK

Hackney Half

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Dash through 13.1 miles of East London, with vibrant street art, live music, and unbeatable crowd support cheering you on every step of the way. Think handmade banners, high fives, and fun!

  • 13.1 miles road running
A looped route starting and finishing at the main Bridport hub. The route explores the off-road paths, and passes West Bay Harbour with views of the wonderful West Bay Cliffs.
  • Sun 17 May 2026
  • £15 + £100 fundraising
Wareham, Dorset, UK

The Bridport 10K

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A looped route starting and finishing at the main Bridport hub. The route explores the off-road paths, and passes West Bay Harbour with views of the wonderful West Bay Cliffs.

  • 10 km trail running + 256 m ascent
This event kicks off the Edinburgh Marathon Festival weekend in style, in the stunning surroundings of Holyrood Park on a route with striking panoramic views of the city and Edinburgh Castle.
  • Sat 23 May 2026
  • £15 + £150 fundraising
Edinburgh, UK

Edinburgh 10K

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This event kicks off the Edinburgh Marathon Festival weekend in style, in the stunning surroundings of Holyrood Park on a route with striking panoramic views of the city and Edinburgh Castle.

  • 10 km road running + 155 m ascent
The 5K is one of the first events of the exciting running festival weekend and offers a picturesque route around Holyrood Park with stunning panoramic views of the city and Edinburgh Castle.
  • Sat 23 May 2026
  • £10 + £100 fundraising
Edinburgh, UK

Edinburgh 5K

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The 5K is one of the first events of the exciting running festival weekend and offers a picturesque route around Holyrood Park with stunning panoramic views of the city and Edinburgh Castle.

  • 5 km road running + 116 m ascent
Just before the Marathon, the Half follows the same fast and flat route from the iconic castle and city sights to the coast for an explosive finish and offers genuine PB potential.
  • Sun 24 May 2026
  • £20 + £300 fundraising
Edinburgh, UK

Edinburgh Half Marathon

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Just before the Marathon, the Half follows the same fast and flat route from the iconic castle and city sights to the coast for an explosive finish and offers genuine PB potential.

  • 13.1 miles road running + 76 m ascent
Fast, flat and beautifully scenic with Edinburgh Castle as the backdrop, this marathon route takes you along the coastline and sells out every year so go for it and enter!
  • Sun 24 May 2026
  • £25 + £400 fundraising
Edinburgh, UK

Edinburgh Marathon

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Fast, flat and beautifully scenic with Edinburgh Castle as the backdrop, this marathon route takes you along the coastline and sells out every year so go for it and enter!

  • 26.2 miles road running + 165 m ascent
From Kendal you'll head up the Longsleddale Valley over the Garburn Pass with stunning views, on to Windermere and Ambleside, round the west side of Lake Windermere to finish to a big welcome!
  • Sat 6 Jun 2026
  • £30 + £375 fundraising
Kendal, Cumbria, UK

Lake District Ultra Challenge | 1st Half

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From Kendal you'll head up the Longsleddale Valley over the Garburn Pass with stunning views, on to Windermere and Ambleside, round the west side of Lake Windermere to finish to a big welcome!

  • 50 km trail running + 1300 m ascent
100km of trails, high passes, stunning scenery, Ambleside, the magnificent Lake Windermere, nature reserves, forests and over 2,500m of ascent. Fully supported all the way with a celebratory finale!
  • Sat 6 - Sun 7 Jun 2026
  • £37.50 + £575 fundraising
Kendal, Cumbria, UK

Lake District Ultra Challenge | Full 100km continuous

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100km of trails, high passes, stunning scenery, Ambleside, the magnificent Lake Windermere, nature reserves, forests and over 2,500m of ascent. Fully supported all the way with a celebratory finale!

  • 100 km trail running + 2500 m ascent
100km of trails, high passes, stunning scenery, Ambleside, the magnificent Lake Windermere, nature reserves, forests and over 2,500m of ascent. Fully supported with a good night's sleep mid-way.
  • Sat 6 - Sun 7 Jun 2026
  • £37.50 + £575 fundraising
Kendal, Cumbria, UK

Lake District Ultra Challenge | Full 100km over 2 days

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100km of trails, high passes, stunning scenery, Ambleside, the magnificent Lake Windermere, nature reserves, forests and over 2,500m of ascent. Fully supported with a good night's sleep mid-way.

  • 100 km trail running + 2500 m ascent
Pack in the Longsleddale Valley, the Garburn Pass, stunning 360 views towards Windermere, the charming town of Ambleside, lakeside shores and a welcome finish line!
  • Sat 6 Jun 2026
  • £22.50 + £275 fundraising
Kendal, Cumbria, UK

Lake District Ultra Challenge | 1st Quarter

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Pack in the Longsleddale Valley, the Garburn Pass, stunning 360 views towards Windermere, the charming town of Ambleside, lakeside shores and a welcome finish line!

  • 29 km trail running + 900 m ascent
Start from Kendal Base Camp, head up the Longsleddale Valley, over the testing Garburn Pass with stunning 360 views towards Windermere and then on to Ambleside and Rydal's Water's edge.
  • Sat 6 Jun 2026
  • £30 + £375 fundraising
Kendal, Cumbria, UK

Lakes Marathon

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Start from Kendal Base Camp, head up the Longsleddale Valley, over the testing Garburn Pass with stunning 360 views towards Windermere and then on to Ambleside and Rydal's Water's edge.

  • 42 km trail running + 1200 m ascent
A 10km loop on a fabulous route exploring terrain along Rydal Water’s edge and includes stunning views of ‘5 Lakes’ with Grasmere Lake and Loughrigg Tarn to finish with a medal, fizz and picnic lunch!
  • Sat 6 Jun 2026
  • £11.25 + £150 fundraising
Kendal, Cumbria, UK

The Ambleside 10

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A 10km loop on a fabulous route exploring terrain along Rydal Water’s edge and includes stunning views of ‘5 Lakes’ with Grasmere Lake and Loughrigg Tarn to finish with a medal, fizz and picnic lunch!

  • 10 km trail running + 350 m ascent
From the west side of Lake Windermere on to the steep climb of Hampsfell to the flatter terrain on the Lyth Valley with some of the best views of the southern Lakes to a celebratory finale at Kendal!
  • Sat 6 - Sun 7 Jun 2026
  • £30 + £375 fundraising
Ulverston, Cumbria, UK

Lake District Ultra Challenge | 2nd Half

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From the west side of Lake Windermere on to the steep climb of Hampsfell to the flatter terrain on the Lyth Valley with some of the best views of the southern Lakes to a celebratory finale at Kendal!

  • 50 km trail running + 1200 m ascent
Get ready, Kiltwalkers! Experience the banter, fun, bagpipes, support and sheer emotion in Aberdeen this year over a challenging 18 mile route.
  • Sun 7 Jun 2026
  • £20 + FREE fundraising
Banchory, Aberdeenshire, UK

The Kiltwalk Aberdeen | Mighty Stride

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Get ready, Kiltwalkers! Experience the banter, fun, bagpipes, support and sheer emotion in Aberdeen this year over a challenging 18 mile route.

  • 18 miles walking + 443 ft ascent
The most iconic capital city 10K! Live bands, DJs and cheering crowds on a closed road route past Westminster Bridge, The London Eye, Regent Street and Big Ben.
  • Sun 12 Jul 2026
  • £20 + £200 fundraising
London, UK

Saucony London 10K

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The most iconic capital city 10K! Live bands, DJs and cheering crowds on a closed road route past Westminster Bridge, The London Eye, Regent Street and Big Ben.

  • 10K run
Stride along Dundee’s streets and coastline in a powerful show of kindness, raising vital funds for the charity you love while enjoying an unforgettable day of tartan-fuelled community spirit.
  • Sun 16 Aug 2026
  • £20 + FREE fundraising
St Andrews, Fife, UK

The Kiltwalk Dundee | Mighty Stride

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Stride along Dundee’s streets and coastline in a powerful show of kindness, raising vital funds for the charity you love while enjoying an unforgettable day of tartan-fuelled community spirit.

  • 20 miles walking + 457 ft ascent
A seriously flat and rapid point-to-point course with a downhill profile along the coast to finish in the final furlong of Scotland's oldest racecourse plus grandstand finish. Come and be part of it!
  • Sun 16 Aug 2026
  • £25 + £200 fundraising
Tranent, East Lothian, UK

Scottish Half Marathon

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A seriously flat and rapid point-to-point course with a downhill profile along the coast to finish in the final furlong of Scotland's oldest racecourse plus grandstand finish. Come and be part of it!

  • Half marathon
Kicking off the famous Thames Path Challenge weekend, experience London in a different light, passing famous landmarks including St Paul’s, Westminster Abbey, Tower Bridge, the London Eye and more!
  • Fri 11 Sep 2026
  • £15 + £150 fundraising
London, UK

Thames Moonlight 10 Mile

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Kicking off the famous Thames Path Challenge weekend, experience London in a different light, passing famous landmarks including St Paul’s, Westminster Abbey, Tower Bridge, the London Eye and more!

  • 10 miles walking
Kicking off the famous Thames Path Challenge weekend, experience London in a different light, passing famous landmarks including St Paul’s, Westminster Abbey, Somerset House and more!
  • Fri 11 Sep 2026
  • £15 + £150 fundraising
London, UK

Thames Moonlight 10km

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Kicking off the famous Thames Path Challenge weekend, experience London in a different light, passing famous landmarks including St Paul’s, Westminster Abbey, Somerset House and more!

  • 10 km walking
The full, non-stop option of the epic Thames Path Challenge from leafy South West London following the river to Hampton Court, Runnymede to finish at Henley-on-Thames for a celebratory finish and BBQ!
  • Sat 12 - Sun 13 Sep 2026
  • £37.50 + £575 fundraising
London, UK

Thames Path Ultra Challenge | Full 100K Continuous

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The full, non-stop option of the epic Thames Path Challenge from leafy South West London following the river to Hampton Court, Runnymede to finish at Henley-on-Thames for a celebratory finish and BBQ!

  • 100 km trail running + 350 m ascent
The first half option of the Thames Path Challenge from leafy South West London on the River Thames along the river to Hampton Court to finish at Runnymede for a big celebration finish and hot meal!
  • Sat 12 Sep 2026
  • £30 + £375 fundraising
London, UK

Thames Path Ultra Challenge | 1st Half Challenge 50K

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The first half option of the Thames Path Challenge from leafy South West London on the River Thames along the river to Hampton Court to finish at Runnymede for a big celebration finish and hot meal!

  • 50 km trail running + 200 m ascent
Start this epic challenge in leafy South West London on the River Thames. This route follows the meandering waterway to Hampton Court for a big celebration finish and picnic!
  • Sat 12 Sep 2026
  • £22.50 + £275 fundraising
London, UK

Thames Path Ultra Challenge | 1st Quarter Challenge 28K

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Start this epic challenge in leafy South West London on the River Thames. This route follows the meandering waterway to Hampton Court for a big celebration finish and picnic!

  • 28 km trail running + 20 m ascent
An epic challenge from leafy South West London on the River Thames featuring Hampton Court, Runnymede of Magna Carta Fame, Henley-on-Thames and a fabulous celebration finish - all in daylight.
  • Sat 12 - Sun 13 Sep 2026
  • £37.50 + £575 fundraising
London, UK

Thames Path Ultra Challenge | Full 2 Day Daylight 100K

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An epic challenge from leafy South West London on the River Thames featuring Hampton Court, Runnymede of Magna Carta Fame, Henley-on-Thames and a fabulous celebration finish - all in daylight.

  • 100 km trail running + 350 m ascent
4 steps to wellbeing
Sleep well

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Train slow

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Eat natural

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Get outdoors

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