The Ridgeway Chase

The Ridgeway Chase

The Ridgeway Chase is a 60 km point to point ultramarathon that follows the first section of the Ridgeway National Trail from Ivinghoe Beacon to Ridgeway View Campsite near Wallingford. The route runs along the Chiltern Hills and the North Wessex Downs, featuring ridgeline views, beech woods, chalk grassland and a final stretch along Grim's Ditch toward the River Thames.

The race uses permanent Ridgeway signage and for 2027 will be fully marked with orange arrow markers and ribbons. All runners must carry the route on a watch or phone in case they go off course. Open GPS tracking is provided for participants.

There are four staffed checkpoints at the following distances into the route: 17.6 km (Wendover), 27.9 km (Whiteleaf), 41.1 km (Aston Rowant) and 54.8 km (Nuffield). Checkpoints supply water, Coke, an electrolyte drink, gels and chews, sandwiches, fresh fruit, crisps and sweets. Hot water will be available at one later checkpoint.

The event is licensed by the Trail Running Association and held under UKA rules. Key logistical details include a 10.5 hour time limit, a maximum field of 150 runners, a minimum entry age of 20, GPS tracking for competitors, coach transfers from the finish to the start and parking at the finish. Mandatory kit requirements include a charged mobile phone, access to the GPX route, at least 1 litre of water carrying capacity, a foil blanket or survival bag, a reusable cup, nutrition and a payment method. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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