The MTC Windsor Ultra
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The MTC Windsor Ultra : event overview
The MTC Windsor Ultra takes place on 8 August 2026 and is a point-to-point ultra run of 47 miles. The event starts in Henley-on-Thames (outside The Catherine Wheel) and finishes in Kingston upon Thames (outside Travelodge Kingston Central). Total ascent is 155 metres and total descent is 182 metres. Entry for an individual is listed at £90.00 and payments are non refundable. All finishers receive a bespoke Windsor Ultra medal and a choice of a technical t-shirt, mug or hat. The first male and female finisher receive a bespoke trophy. Entrants must be 20 years or over on the start day.
Route, checkpoints and requirements
The route follows the River Thames and passes locations including Marlow Lock, Cookham Moor, Maidenhead Bridge, Dorney Thames Field, Boveney Lock, Windsor Racecourse, Brocas Meadow with views of Windsor Castle, Runnymede, Bellweir Lock, Staines Bridge, Queen Mary Reservoir, Shepperton Lock, Walton Lane and Teddington before departing the Thames Path to finish at Kingston. There are three check-points providing water and basic nutrition; example items include malt loaf, sandwiches, dried fruit, squash, cola and water. Check-point distances are: Start to CP1 9.5 miles, CP1 to CP2 12 miles, CP2 to CP3 13.9 miles, CP3 to Finish 12.9 miles. Competitors must carry a GPX device or have the route downloaded to a phone and carry a mobile phone. Entrants must be self-sufficient for travel to the start and from the finish. A minimum average speed of 4.0 miles per hour is required; participants falling below this will be withdrawn. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.