Cotswold Way Ultra Challenge

A challenge event you can take on at your pace. The Cotswold Way Challenge invites you to walk, jog or run a distance of your choice, along a signed route.

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Our Cirencester basecamp is the start of the 100 km looped route through the heart of the Cotswolds, providing a stunning setting for 2,000 adventurers to test themselves. Rolling hills, villages, the Cotswold Way, footpaths & trails, with some fabulous views en route. You’ll get full support & hospitality, including optional ‘university style’ accommodation at basecamp, and with three quarter, half, quarter + a Cirencester 10 km distance option also – there’s a Cotswold’s Challenge for everyone.

Challenge Highlights

A looped route from our Cirencester basecamp with a some tough, including Coaley Peak with stunning views out to the west towards the Bristol Channel & Wales beyond. ‘Half way, of the full challenge, is Wotton-under-Edge – with camping options available. A great way to experience the best of the Cotswolds – and with optional University hall accommodation at the basecamp makes it better than ever!

As Rainbow Trust Children's Charity are an official partner on this event, you get a 25% discount on the registration fee when signing up to support us.

WHAT YOU’LL GET:

  • Inclusive & fun event with a great atmosphere and camaraderie
  • Choose your distance - 100KM/76KM/53KM/47KM/25KM/10KM
  • Walk, jog, or run – it’s your challenge, your way!
  • A fully signed route, with a team of ‘Trekmasters’ out on the trail with you
  • Regular covered rest stops, with free food & drink, massages and medics
  • An epic finish line moment, with a glass of fizz, medal and t-shirt
  • Camping, transfer and parking options to make getting there & away easy
  • Full fundraising support, and a choice of fundraising options

Event details

  • 13-14 June 2026
  • Cirencester
  • Minimum fundraising: £100 / £275 / £375 / £475 / £575 depending on distance
    Cost: £20 / £30 / £40 / £45 / £50 depending on distance

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