Type of Event: Ultra Marathon

The first multi-sport crossing of Wales on a route that stretches across the whole country. 350km of mountains, valleys and classic Welsh landscapes.

Taking in some of the country’s finest sights and peppered with the echoes of welsh history – castles, mines, famous towns and its capital city. Our journey will be completed on foot, bike and boat over 5 days of amazing running, trekking, riding and kayaking. This is Wales Coast to Coast.

Inclusions:
4 nights’ hotel and B&B accommodation
1 night fully serviced camping
All meals included
Fully supported format with bag transfers and all in-event bike and boat logistics taken care of
The best pit stop support in the business
Paramedic, mountain guide and professional water safety support throughout
Mobile bike mechanics
Full provision of kayaks and all associated gear
High-tech navigational aids to ensure the smoothest possible outing on the route
Easy logistics to get you to and from the start and finish
Quality event tech-tee and medal.

Entries are limited to just 50 spaces for this incredible adventure.

The first multi-sport crossing of Wales on a route that stretches across the whole country. 350km of mountains, valleys and classic Welsh landscapes.

Taking in some of the country’s finest sights and peppered with the echoes of welsh history – castles, mines, famous towns and its capital city. Our journey will be completed on foot, bike and boat over 5 days of amazing running, trekking, riding and kayaking. This is Wales Coast to Coast.

The Canterbury Tales were a series of stories authored by the famous English author Geoffrey Chaucer and they depict a number of colourful characters making a Pilgrimage to Canterbury along what was a very popular Pilgrim’s route.

That route in large part followed the old Roman road of Watling Street and connected Southwark with Canterbury over some 67 miles (100 KM) of distance.

Our objective is to re-trace the steps of CHAUCER’S PILGRMS over 1 day, weaving our way through LEAFY South London to Rochester Castle. After overnighting in these Medway Towns we then head onwards through tranquil lowland orchards and beside the North Downs, before terminating at THE MAGNIFICENT Canterbury Cathedral.

An oddity of the Pilgrimage of Yore was that the Pilgrims would complete the final 3 miles barefoot, as a penance. We intend to do likewise for the final mile…! This is an optional challenge for those who feel comfortable taking on this quirky finish!

Held under UK:Athletics rules and with the kind permission of The Canal & River Trust, this non-stop race is from Old Hall Street, Liverpool, along the Leeds & Liverpool Canal towpath, to Office Lock, Leeds.

From the Start at Old Hall Street Liverpool, to the Finish at Office Lock Leeds, the 130 mile towpath course follows the original Leeds & Liverpool Canal – Britain’s longest man-made waterway. Although it passes through the heartlands of the “Industrial North”, the path is surprisingly scenic. As well as the beautiful countryside, the route features the mile long Burnley Embankment (up to 60 feet above ground level) and the amazing Bingley Five Rise staircase. Both are listed among the “Seven Wonders of the Waterways”

LLCR is the last of a three race series “The Canalslam” totalling over 400 miles. Each race can be entered as a one-off, but competitors completing all three receive a special award. As with the other two events there are no entry qualifications, but a schedule to fit a 40 hour overall time limit is required.

Easy route navigation – detailed maps and a canal to follow.
Plenty of support – snacks and drinks every 10 –15 miles.
Transport for retirees – a lift to the nearest station for anyone having a bad day.
Easy to meet cut-off times – simply in line with the generous overall time limits.
No qualification – previous experience of just a marathon has proven enough.

The legendary Eton Dorney, as Dorney Lake was called by London 2012, held 30 events throughout the Olympics, with Team GB taking a total of 12 medals. Soak up the atmosphere and invoke their heroics to inspire you to a new PB!

The Dorney Lake course is nestled amongst 450 acres of glorious parkland which includes an Arboretum and Nature Conservation area whilst being just a few miles from Windsor and a short drive from Heathrow airport and west London.

Time: 07:00 to 13:30

A breathtaking foot traverse of the entire chain of the Outer Hebrides from South to North.

This 6-day running adventure traces a route the entire length of the inhabited isles of the Outer Hebrides, and passes through the most superlative coastlines, beaches, hillsides, sea and inland loch and river terrain in Scotland and the UK.

Firstly, it completes the 150-miles of the entire Hebridean Way, then on the 6th day, an additional 35-miles to reach the Butt of Lewis – the lighthouse built at the northern tip of these isles.

A multisport crossing of the entire island chain of the Outer Hebrides on bike, foot and boat from North to South.If you are the sort of person who looks at far-flung islands ‘at the edge of the map’ and wonders what is there, then the Outer Hebrides are for you.

A wondrous archipelago forming a barrier from the wild Atlantic and Scotland’s West Coast, some of these islands are interconnected with causeways and some are separated by sea. In all, the island chain stretches some 150 miles and we intend to hoover up all of that distance from the Butt of Lewis in the north, to tiny Vatersay in the south, using a multisport selection of bike, foot and sea kayak.

The Peak District Challenge 2021, on 17-18 September 2021 is organised by Wilderness Development. It’s an individual or team, walking or running event. Entry fees are just £21-71 depending on distance chosen, with NO fundraising requirement, and NO deductions from any charity’s income. It takes place on the night of Friday and the daytime of Saturday, starting in Hathersage, Hope Valley.

There are 5 Routes to choose from:

Back Before Dark – 10km

You’ll start your Back Before Dark challenge with one inescapable and non-negotiable deadline. You must cover 10km, and try to be Back Before Dark. Designed for runners who’ve trained for a 10km run.

Copper Challenge – 25km, 9hours

An achievable challenge, following a circular route from Hathersage to Baslow along riverside paths and back along a hilly route via Curbar and Frogatt edges. 700m of ascent and some of the best views in the Peak!

Bronze Challenge – 50km, 12hours

The Bronze Challenge has a total ascent of 1200m and at its highest point reaches 464m. A 50km circular route taking in the valleys of the dark peak, and the scenic trails of the southern peak district.

Silver Challenge – 75km.Walk in 24 hours or run in 13 hours.

2000m of ascent. Not to be underestimated, this route follows the easiest and flattest routes between eight checkpoints, but covers a long distance. For determined walkers or joggers. Hope Valley – Ladybower Valley – Castleton – Tideswell – Baslow – Hope Valley

Gold Challenge – 100km, 24hours

With extra ascent (3200m in total), to make the 24 hour target you’ll need to average 4kph. The ultimate Peak District challenge, and should be attempted by fit and experienced hillwalkers who want to see the best that the Peak District has to offer. You’ll visit high points and viewpoints on your way between checkpoints, and there is a lot of climbing involved.

A classic city break: Rat Race style. Take on this incredible multisport traverse of the entire Hudson River from its source high in the mountains all the way to where it meets the sea: New York City.

Imagine a journey undertaken on foot, bike and boat that starts in pristine wilderness at a hidden mountain lake, giving rise to one World’s great rivers. Then follow that river as it winds its way downstream, carving a course through a lush valley before finishing as a colossal waterway amidst the most famous icons in America in the hustle and bustle of New York City. 

This is Source to City – a multi-sport descent of the mighty Hudson River traversing all 300 miles of its course.

The concept is simple: You will be able to run a relay running race around Lake Geneva!

Starting and finishing in Pully, come join the adventure this September!

THE PACKAGES WILL BE :
Pack Team, teams of 6 to 9 runners
Pack Ultra, teams of 2 to 5 runners
A 10% discount will be offered to teams with students (5 students minimum for the Pack Team, 3 students minimum for the Pack Ultra).

Each “Mate” can run multiple relay legs around the lake, to help their team complete the full loop! Each team is free to organise their relay legs as they wish in order to complete over 200km of running. The breath-taking route promises a number of memorable moments and incredible viewpoints, as participants get to appreciate the beauty of this Franco-Swiss course around the lake. In total, 29 communes in the cantons of Vaud, Valais and Geneva, as well as the French department of Haute-Savoie, will host relay points along the route.

The course will be divided into 29 relay legs of various different distances and difficulties. Team members can alternate as they wish throughout the course, exchanging their runner at the relay points of their choice. The rest of the team drive by van/car to the next relay point whilst one of their team members runs, cheering them on in the process. On top of race around the lake, a number of out-of-race challenges will take place throughout the event, based around the culture of the Lake Geneva. Competitions will also take place for clubs, companies, groups and students.

The adventure will take place over 2 days and 1 night. The start will be given in Pully on the Saturday (exact start time still depending on times predicted by registered teams). All “Mates” will get to experience something unique as they run into the sunset on the Saturday evening and out of the darkness during sunrise on the Sunday morning. The race will finish once again in Pully on the Sunday, with the achievements of participants marked by a big post-race party and celebration lunch.

The Surrey Hills Challenge is one of the biggest sporting challenges in Surrey. A series of running and walking events in the beautiful landscape of the Surrey Hills along the Greensand Way it takes place on Sunday 26th September.

We have six challenges, which will you pick?

• The Ultra, 60km and starts in Haslemere at 07:00
• The Full, 42km and starts in Witley at 09:30
• The Half, 21km and starts in Denbies at 09:00
• The Ten & Five, 10km or 5km and start at Denbies, Dorking at 10:00
• The One, 1km and starts at Denbies, Dorking at 12:00
• ALL challenges will finish at Denbies, Dorking

Participants will receive:
• Finishing medals different for each challenge
• Professional chip timing
• Themed aid stations
• Prizes for the winner of each challenge and category
• Finishers village with refreshments, shopping and entertainment

Enter on our website or call 01483 542221

A superbly unique multi-sport outing, with options to ‘go ultra’ and run the whole thing, interspersed with a kayak or swim leg. Or choose to run, bike and kayak (or swim). Whichever disciplines you choose, you will cover the full distance across all 3 main Maltese islands, from the very western tip of Gozo to the very Eastern tip of Malta, taking in tiny Comino en-route too. For those who like to traverse entire countries in a day under their own steam, this one’s for you!

Get ready for an island escape – Rat Race style. Nestled in the channel just off the shores of France, Jersey offers up top class coastal running, brilliant vistas and the perfect landscape for us to add a stunning challenge to our 2021 calendar. 

With back to back marathons over 2 days, taking in all the very best trails that Jersey has to offer – you’re in for the perfect weekend adventure.

2021 is the final year for the Ultra Tour of Edinbrugh!

Dawn breaks and in the crisp autumn air of Scotland’s Capital a quite remarkable event gets underway. Enveloped within the beating heart of this most famous of cities, the runners of the Ultra Tour of Edinburgh set off with a Braveheart charge down the most famous street in Scotland – the Royal Mile. Their course then weaves 57km through streets, alleyways, onto hills, up crags, past monuments, museums, seats of Royalty, Government and up and down 3000 feet of ascent and descent.

The Ultra Tour of Edinburgh is unique. Many events claim to be. But this one is an Ultra Run in a city – a city like no other. Rat Race is the UK’s best known adventure sports outfit and our company was forged on the streets of Edinburgh in 2004 with the staging there of our first ever event. It is to our spiritual home that we bring a superlatively ‘doable’ Ultra. 57km on foot is no mean feat but for all those out there who think they can go that extra mile, you can. And what better place to do so than somewhere so hauntingly beautiful, rugged, gnarled and famous in equal measure. 

The Thames Trot is a 48 mile point to point ultra marathon running from Iffley, Oxfordshire to Henley on Thames. A tough run along England’s largest river with ever changing scenery, beautiful houses and traditional rowing clubs.

This is a great event with everything from tarmac paths to muddy trails. We use the Thames Path and Ridgeway National Trails – don’t forget the words “National Trail” and not just read “Thames Path”!

This is an Ultra distance course that will always keep you interested and challenged. A great end the Ultra Running season.

The start is approximately 3 miles south of Oxford. From the Hotel there is a short run down to Iffley lock and after crossing the river the route takes the towpath through the picturesque towns and villages to Henley. The finish is next to the railway station which provides easy access to mainline services back to Oxford.

We are proud to be a qualifying race for Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc with 3 Endurance points awarded by ITRA

URLs:
Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/740001-0?pid=5564
Website: https://go.evvnt.com/740001-3?pid=5564

Prices:
Advance Ultra Race Place: GBP 58.00,
Entry on the day Ultra Race Place: GBP 65.00

Category: Sports / Leisure | Running

Time: 08:30 to 19:30

A journey across the Namib Desert to the Skeleton Coast by foot and fat-bike or foot-only
to reach the most famous shipwreck on Earth…

Namibia means Vast Place. The sand dunes of the Namib Desert and the famous Skeleton Coast are perhaps 2 of the most photographed landscapes in the World – in equal part alluring, evocative, mysterious and foreboding. In the ancient expanse of the Namib Naukluft desert, endless skies merge with towering dunes for hundreds and hundreds of miles. Nothing else. Just sand and sky. And then at the coast, the Atlantic breakers come crashing onto the shore amid colonies of 1000s of seals, rolling in on the cold seas of the Benguela Current all the way from Antarctica.

When we were looking at locations for the Rat Race Bucket List, our eye was drawn to this corner of South West Africa and a stunning photo of a shipwreck landlocked in the desert. You will probably have seen that photo too, but you are unlikely to know much else about it. The wreck is the Eduard Bohlen on the Skeleton Coast of Namibia – perhaps the most famous shipwreck in the World. We were so intrigued that we went to find it; our journey could not have been more spectacular. The route took us across the mighty Kuiseb Riverbed system to the highest sand dunes on Earth in the Namib Naukluft National Park. Then across them to reach the wild Skeleton Coast – exploring abandoned diamond mines and coming across abundant wildlife such as seal, oryx, jackal and the litter of endless whale bones to which the coast gives its name. The place was beyond rugged; beyond wild. And there, sticking out of the desert nearly 1km from the shore, lay the final resting place of the Eduard Bohlen.