Thames Path Ultra Challenge
Walk, Jog or Run the Thames Path Ultra Challenge and Support Encephalitis International
England’s most famous river provides a fantastic backdrop for an unforgettable Thames Path Ultra Challenge. Whether you choose to walk, jog or run, there are flat routes with great scenery – the 100km heads upstream to Henley along the famous Towpath, through Richmond, Hampton Court, Runnymede and Windsor.
- Distance Options: 100km, 75km, 50km, 25km, 10km
- Start Location: Putney Bridge, South East UK
Your entry includes free food and drink at regular rest stops, plus support including medics, marshals and massage. As you cross the finish line, you’ll get a glass of fizz, t-shirt, and a medal to commemorate your achievement.
To take on the Thames Path Ultra Challenge whilst supporting the work of Encephalitis International, you can sign up via our partners at Ultra Challenge®.
How to Enter:
- Option 1, FULL SPONSORSHIP: pay a lower Registration Fee and fundraise to reach the Minimum Sponsorship amount (Encephalitis International pay for your event cost)
- Option 2, MIXED FUNDING: pay a higher Registration Fee and fundraise to reach a lower Minimum Sponsorship amount (Encephalitis International pay for half of your event cost)
- Option 3, OWN PLACE: pay a Registration Fee equal to your event cost and fundraise whatever you can (Encephalitis International pay only a small admin fee)
Once your place is reserved by paying the Registration Fee to Ultra Challenge, it’s time to start fundraising and training for your chosen distance.
Don’t forget to allow contact from Encephalitis International when you sign up via Ultra Challenge, so we can support you all the way! We’ll send you our Fundraising Guide, full of ideas, top tips and helpful information, as well as an Encephalitis International t-shirt or running vest. We also have lots of fundraising resources and plenty of experience to offer advice and answer your questions.