Druids Challenge

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The Druids Challenge is an 83 mile three day trail ultra following the ancient Ridgeway through some of southern England's most distinctive countryside. The full challenge is completed as three separate stages over consecutive days, while runners can also enter an individual day instead of taking on the complete three day event.

Runners tackle approximately 29 miles on Day 1, 27 miles on Day 2 and 29 miles on Day 3, travelling point to point along the Ridgeway through rolling chalk downland and remote countryside. The varied and hilly trail terrain creates a substantial endurance challenge, with runners navigating primarily by Ridgeway National Trail markers and receiving support at checkpoints along each stage.

The multi day format creates a sociable event experience beyond the running itself, with overnight accommodation, meals and event logistics organised for full challenge participants. The route passes through historic landscapes dotted with ancient barrows, hill forts and chalk figures, while medical support and event teams assist runners throughout their journey along the Ridgeway.

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