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Cotswold Way Ultra Challenge

Cotswold Way Ultra Challenge

Join around 2,000 adventurers and explore rolling hills, charming villages, the Cotswold Way and scenic footpaths and trails, with fabulous views along the way.

With full support throughout, optional university-style accommodation at basecamp and a choice of 100km, 75km, 50km Half, 25km Quarter, Wotton 10-mile and Cirencester 10K options, there’s a Cotswolds Challenge for everyone!

Find out more about the challenge

Key information

Basecamp is in Cirencester where you will join around 2,000 adventurers to explore rolling hills, charming villages, the Cotswold Way and scenic footpaths and trails, with fabulous views along the way.

  • Choose your distance from 100km, 75km, 50km, 25km, 10 miles or 10km

  • Can be completed at any pace, walk, jog or run for seasoned ultra-marathon runners

  • Regular pit stops with food and drink along the way

  • University style accommodation or camping packages available at base camp

 

Costs

The pricing options are:

  • Full Sponsorship (Charity Place)

    • 100km: Reg Fee £50 + Fundraise £575

    • 75km: Reg Fee £45 + Fundraise £475

    • 50km: Reg Fee £40 + Fundraise £375

    • 25km: Reg Fee £30 + Fundraise £275

    • 10km: Reg Fee £15 + Fundraise £150

  • Self Funding (Own Place)

    • 100km: Reg Fee £199 + No set fundraising target

    • 75km: Reg Fee £169 + No set fundraising target

    • 50km: Reg Fee £139 + No set fundraising target

    • 25km: Reg Fee £89 + No set fundraising target

    • 10km: Reg Fee £55 + No set fundraising target

Bookable extras

There are plenty of options to tailor your experience to your needs, at an added cost:

  • Parking: Parking is available at the start & finish venues, with before & after shuttles helping you join and leave the event with ease.

    Supporter Parking Passes are also available, allowing friends and family to park at selected key venues along the route.

  • Pre and post Challenge Transfer: Shuttle bus to and from the local train station or pick up points.

  • Optional extra meals: Optional meals available for pre-booking with catering partner Extreme Hospitality.

  • Optional 10km Picnic Lunch: Must be booked in advance for 10km participants.

  • Baggage Storage: Available to purchase on the day at the start/finish. If you are doing the 100km challenge, your baggage can be transferred to the 53km halfway point for you.

Please see the Ultra Challenge website for costs.

Why fundraise for us

Only 30% of our income comes from the local council and health services. We charge heavily subsidised fees for our one-to-one home support and day care, and rely on the generosity of our supporters for the rest. We need to raise £960 every day of the year.