The Ridgeway 40
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Event overview
The Ridgeway 40 Walk is a linear long-distance event of 40 miles, scheduled for Saturday 9 May 2026. The route runs from Avebury Sports & Social Club to the Morrell Room, Church Lane, Streatley (RG8 9HT). Entry is via the organiser’s online entry system; there is no entry on the day. The event has an entry limit of 250 and a minimum age of 14. Entry fees listed are LDWA members £15.00 and non-members £18.00; a coach to the start is offered at an additional fee. Entries open Friday 26 September 2025 and close Monday 4 May 2026.
Route and logistics
The route follows the Herepath and the ancient Ridgeway track across undulating chalk downlands of Wiltshire, Oxfordshire, and Berkshire. Organisers provide checkpoints to monitor progress, with snacks, drinks and some first aid provision at many checkpoints and refreshments at the finish. A route map is available for download; map references given are LR 173 and LR 174 or equivalent. Finishers receive an emailed certificate and a free cloth badge; commemorative badges are available for sale. There is a stated time limit with checkpoint closing times; entrants may be retired if those times are missed. Accommodation may be available at Streatley Youth Hostel. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
