Maverick Chilterns Trail
Always double-check with the organizer's website! This page may contain affiliate links.
Event overview
The Maverick Chilterns Trail 2026 is a one-day trail running event on Saturday 11 July 2026 at Princes Risborough School, Merton Road, Princes Risborough, Buckinghamshire (HP27 0DR). The race runs on trails through the Chiltern Hills, including ancient beech woodland, ridgelines and chalk downs. The event is organised by Maverick Race. Dogs are not allowed at the venue because it is a school.
Routes and prices
- 50k Ultra - 50 km, elevation +1095 m, £89
- Marathon - 40 km, elevation +906 m, £79
- Half Marathon - 22 km, elevation +583 m, £49
- Middle - 14 km, elevation +301 m, £39
- Short - 8 km, elevation +209 m, £25
Cut-off times are 8 hours 30 minutes for the 50k Ultra and 8 hours for the Marathon. There are GPX, RideWithGPS and OS Maps routes available for each distance.
Logistics and safety
Free parking, bag drop, event timing, online results and event photography are provided. Outposts: none on Short or Middle; one on the Half Marathon; four on the Marathon; five on the 50k Ultra. Outposts offer snacks, gels and electrolyte drink; participants should bring a reusable cup or bottle as outposts use self-serve water barrels and aim to be plastic free. Headphones are strongly not recommended. Mandatory items for the 50k Ultra and Marathon include a waterproof jacket, mobile phone, 800 calories of food, minimum 1 litre water, foil blanket, whistle, self-adhering elastic bandage, cap or buff, a reusable cup and the GPX of the route. Online entry closes 8 July 2026 (midday). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
