Race to Remember | 76km

Timetable

• 05:15 | Registration opens in Aldershot for 76K ultra run
• 06:00 | 76K Race to Remember starts
• 08:30 | Registration opens in Petersfield for 36K walk
• 09:00 | 36K walk starts
• 10:00 | Registration opens in Petersfield for 36K run
• 10:30 | 36K run starts
• 18:00 | Race finish

Who it's for

Ultramarathon runners, marathon runners, trail runners, walkers; this event has something for everyone.

Kit lit

A kit list for runners and walkers will be provided.

This epic ultramarathon takes you on a 76km route all the way from Aldershot to Portsmouth. Taking in a mix of trails and tarmac you'll take in the challenging South Downs overcoming 2000ft of elevation.

Route summary

• Distance | 76km / 47.2mi
• Elevation | +2100ft max grade 13%
• Aid Stations | 6
• Start from the home of the British Army in Aldershot
• Through the beautiful South Downs National Park
• From Petersfield towards the coast
• Finish in the historic dockyard beside HMS Warrior

Route description

Participants taking part in the ultramarathon will start from Aldershot, the home of the British Army. From there, runners will head south through the stunning South Downs National Park, covering over 45km before reaching Petersfield. All participants head south towards the coast, emerging at Portsmouth, the home of the Royal Navy and will cross the finish line in the city’s historic dockyard beside the navy's flagship HMS Warrior.

Cut off times

6km/hr for runners/4km per hr for walkers.

Due to the nature of this event there will be cut off times throughout the course to ensure that all participants are safe at all times and can be reached by staff within a certain amount of time in case of an emergency. 

Event HQ

Aldershot Garrison Sports Centre
Rawlinson Road
Aldershot
Hampshire
GU11 2LQ
UK

Logistics

Parking is available on request at Aldershot, parking in Petersfield is in public car parks. The finish line is beside Portsmouth Harbour Station, where you can get trains back to Petersfield or Aldershot.

Bags

There is a bag drop for 76km and 36km runners. 76km runners will have access to their bag at the Petersfield break stop (halfway point), before it is transported to the finish line in Portsmouth. Race packs include bag tags.

36km runners can drop their bag at registration and it will be available for collection at the finish.

Included

• Expert course management

  Professionally managed, satellite trackers, medical support.

• Support all the way

  With 6 aid stations on the 76km and 3 on the 36km route you won't go hungry!

• Rewards

  Everyone signing up for the event receives a fundraising guide and running pack and bespoke medal. Self-funded participants receive a Combat Stress technical T-shirt, charity place participants will receive their top as part of their fundraising milestones.

Fundraising resources

• Race to Remember event guide
• Social media graphics to make your fundraising look professional
• Race to Remember email signature graphic
• Fundraising leaderboard

An incredible event for an amazing cause. So well organised with fantastic volunteers and support throughout, from start to finish I felt motivated, looked after and encouraged. Shana R

Great event, thoroughly recommend. Gary W

An exceptionally well run event with a friendly and professional team who clearly worked hard to deliver a top quality experience. Glo F

What an awesome event. As a first ultra it felt welcoming and supportive throughout, with amazing staff and participants. I’ll definitely be back. Simon W

An exceptional event supporting a great cause with brilliant camaraderie, excellent organisation and an iconic finish. Ian J

Great event with a beautiful course. Well marked navigation and strong support throughout, though flag visibility could be improved for accessibility. Darren H

Excellent pre event communication and a very well run event overall. Alex S

A fantastically organised, friendly and supportive event with a wonderful route. Highly recommended and all for a great cause. Kris B

Fantastic experience from start to finish with excellent communication and support throughout. A well organised event that made a real difference on a personal level. Stuart P

A brilliant first experience with clear communication, smooth organisation and great support on the day. Everything was well planned and delivered. Dave H

The team couldn’t have run a better event. Great route, strong support stations and an epic day out. Nina R

Absolutely fantastic event with seamless organisation. Mark M

Reviews thanks to RaceCheck

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Combat Stress

The UK’s leading charity for veterans’ mental health.

We believe military trauma shouldn’t destroy the lives of veterans and their families. 

When some military personnel leave service, their experiences can’t easily be left behind. Without treatment, psychological trauma can eventually tear lives apart.

We have over 100 years of experience caring for veterans and our role today is to help those with some of the most complex challenges arising from military service, like PTSD. Through our clinical research we work closely with veterans to better understand trauma recovery and continually develop our cutting-edge mental health expertise. 

We deliver life-changing treatment, bringing together professionals with a specialist focus to meet individual needs. It’s a service that thousands depend on. No one else does what we do. 

We are Combat Stress, the UK’s leading charity for veterans’ mental health. At a time that can be isolating and daunting, help us treat and support more veterans. By tackling their past, they can take on the future. 

Your support can be life-changing.

While a lot has changed over the last 100 years, one thing remains the same: how vital our support is to the veteran community. It’s only thanks to generous support from challenge fundraisers that we’re able to provide our specialist treatment to veterans. We need help to meet the demand for our services. With the funds available to us today, we can only help some of those who turn to us.  

The impact of your Fundraising

• £19

  could provide art materials for a veteran to create artwork at home as part of their treatment, offering a way to express emotions and process their trauma.

• £24

  could pay for a veteran to attend a Peer Support group meeting where they can receive support and understanding from others who've walked a similar path.

• £57

  could fund a veteran's call to our Helpline so they can start receiving life-changing treatment.

• £75

  could give a veteran's family access to our Family Support Service, helping them understand mental health symptoms, the treatment their loved one is receiving from us, and how they can best support their recovery.

• £89

  could fund a session with an occupational therapist, helping a veteran regain the ability to participate in meaningful activities and improve their quality of life.

• £145

  could pay for a veteran to have an appointment with a psychological therapist, helping them process and make sense of their trauma to support their recovery.

• £173

  could fund a specialist psychological assessment for a veteran experiencing particularly complex mental health difficulties, helping us understand how best we can support their recovery.

By taking part in the D-Day 44 Challenge, your fundraising efforts will make a huge difference to the lives of the former servicemen and women who turn to us for support.

Entry fees