The magical Cotswold Way provides a stunning setting for a testing challenge - with some fantastic views en route and tough hills in between!
A challenge event you can take on at your pace. The Cotswold Way Challenge invites you to walk, jog or run a distance of your choice ranging from 10km to 100km, along a signed route, with free food and drink at regular rest stops, plus support including medics, marshals and massage
The base-camp in Cirencester is the hub for the routes through the heart of the Cotswolds, which provides a stunning setting for 2,000 adventurers to test themselves.
There are rolling hills, villages, the magical Cotswold Way, footpaths & trails, with some fabulous views. Get the ‘Ultra Challenge’ support & hospitality all the way – helping you to push yourself further and achieve something really special for African Children’s Fund.
Challenge Highlights:
Stunning setting in the heart of the Cotswolds.
Full support including food, drink and medics.
Glass of fizz, t-shirt, and a medal for all finishers.
Key Points:
Challenge Duration - 1-2 days, depending on distance selected
Challenge Distance - 10km - 100km, depending on distance selected
Elevation - 200m (10km) - 2,140m (100km), depending on distance selected
Accommodation Type - ‘University style’ options available as an add-on
Transfers - Pre- and Post-Race transfers available as an add-on
Walk, jog or run - it’s up to you!
Fundraising Targets:
£20-£110 booking fee + £70-£575 minimum sponsorship.
Booking fees and minimum sponsorship requirements vary depending on the distance and fundraising option you choose. Full details are available here.
** New Year Deal! 25% off registration fees plus a free beanie hat worth £20 AND free entry into the Ultra Challenge Virtual January event (worth £20) when registering between 26th December 2024 & 31st January 2025 **
why take part FOR aFRICAN CHILDREN’S fUND?
Seemingly small donations enable our partners to minimise school absence and improve outcomes for children, leading to improved opportunities into adulthood:
£12 provides a girl in Tanzania with reusable sanitary towels and access to social education forums so she won't miss one week in four of her schooling;
£20 covers the cost of a care pack for an orphaned family in Zimbabwe so they children concentrate on learning rather than working;
£90 pays for a mug of porridge for 1,000 children in Kenya, reducing the need for working, scavenging or begging for food;
£250 supports a social worker in Uganda, to resettle a child rescued from the streets with a family.
More information:
For more information, visit the Ultra Challenges 2025 Cotswold Way website where you can also download a factsheet including the full itinerary and additional trip details. Once you are ready, you can also find the booking link on the same page which will allow you to select African Children's Fund from the listed charities during the registration process. Alternatively, complete the contact form below and we’ll be in touch shortly!