London 2 Brighton Ultra Challenge
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Event
The London 2 Brighton Ultra Challenge takes place on 23-24 May 2026. The main route links Richmond in west London to Brighton Racecourse on the coast. The continuous full route is approximately 100 km with about 1500 m of ascent. There is also a two-day 'daylight' option that covers the same distance with an overnight midpoint at Turners Hill.
Distances
- 100 km - Richmond to Brighton, ~1500 m climb
- 75 km - Sutton to Brighton, ~1300 m climb
- 58 km - Richmond to Turners Hill, ~800 m climb
- 42 km - Turners Hill to Brighton, ~700 m climb
- 33 km - Sutton to Turners Hill, ~600 m climb
- 25 km - Richmond to Sutton, ~200 m climb
- 25 km - Brighton 25 km loop from Racecourse
Support and logistics
The event features covered rest stops approximately every 12.5 km, with larger rest areas every ~25 km offering catering, medical and welfare tents, seating, and changing rooms. The organiser provides GPS-tracked route maps via a Challenge App, marquee rest stops, mobile medical teams, podiatrists and massage services. Camping packages are available near the halfway point for the two-day option. Finishers receive a medal and T-shirt, and the event offers shuttle buses and transfers to local stations and parking at most finish locations. Registration includes options for self-funding or charity fundraising with different registration fee structures. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
