Race to the Stones

Event Type:Running, Walks, Ultra Challenge Series

Location:Lewknor to Avebury

Distance:50km/100km

Registration fee:From £40

Minimum sponsorship:£300-£500

Event date:13th Jul 2024

About the Event

Have you got what it takes to conquer the oldest path in Britain? The Ridgeway has endured 5,000 years. You just have to last 100km. Find out for yourself what draws 3,000 people from around the world each year to follow in the footsteps of Romans and Vikings in their quest to reach the ancient stone circle at Avebury.

This is a challenge for all ages, experience and fitness levels. Whether you’re a seasoned runner, patient plodder or weekend walker – choose to camp over the weekend, take on 100km in one go, or 50km in one day. Grit and determination will get you to the finish and secure those memories to last a life-time.

A beautifully lit photo showing a rear view of Race to the Stones participants making their way along a gravel track in the midst of the countryside.

Two Race to the Stone participants looking tiny against the immense backdrop of fields and greenery.

Two smiling runners making their way around puddles on a gravel track as they take on the Race to the Stones challenge.

A group of runners making their way up a track along the edge of a field during the Race to the Stones.

A runner raises their arms in the air as they cross the finish line to complete the Races to the Stones challenge.

A group of participants celebrating together by the finish line after completing the Races to the Stones challenge.

Challenge Options

Select Make-A-Wish UK as your "participating charity" and we'll cover the cost of your event place.

100km Non-Stop

Pay a registration fee of £50 and fundraise a minimum of £500.

100km 2 days & Camping

Pay a registration fee of £70 and fundraise a minimum of £500.

50km Day 1 or Day 2

Pay a registration fee of £40 and fundraise a minimum of £300.

How we'll support you

A free #WishHero top and fundraising pack
Access to our online training hub and app
Regular support emails, key information and fundraising tips
Any fundraising materials you may require
Dedicated member of the Events Team to help

Join the #WishHero team today!

Support from the Organisers

Training programme tailored to all levels
Fully signposted trails through heritage sites, AONBs and along National Trails
Fully stocked pit stops, hot meals, showers, drinks and sports nutrition
Bag transport to the finish
Qualified medical personnel at all pit-stops & medical clinics at basecamp & finish points
Individual chip timing throughout the event
Finisher’s medal

Why take on Race to the Stones for Make-A-Wish UK?

By supporting Make-A-Wish UK and becoming a #WishHero in the 2024 Race to the Stones, you'll be transforming the lives of children like Danny from Oxford. He wished to be a King for the day because he read so many of the Horrible Histories books in hospital. It was all made possible because of #WishHeroes like you.

Danny's wish

7 years old

Oxford

"I wish to be a king"

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