Day One | Thames Valley 50K
Sat 12 Jul 2025 Watlington, Oxfordshire, UK

Race to the Stones | Day One | Thames Valley 50K

Starting in Lewknor, this event presents a varied and scenic route steeped in history. Crossing England’s longest river at the halfway mark, the course finishes at the iconic Lattin Down basecamp.

Charity places

Event overview

Explore Britain's oldest path, the Ridgeway, on this epic ultramarathon offering stunning 50K or 100K routes through the stunning Chiltern Hills AONB and North Wessex Downs AONB, en route to the finish line at the mythical UNESCO World Heritage Site, Avebury Stone Circle.

Expect a superb level of support and organisation, on the UK's favourite ultramarathon, with fantastic overnight options at the all-inclusive Basecamp.

Race to the Stones

Highlights

  • UK's oldest trail

    An unforgettable route running towards the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Avebury stone circle.

  • Unrivalled support

    World class support whether you set the record or make the most of extended cut offs.

  • Accessible terrain

    A fantastic mix of woodland, riverside and ridge trails without the need for technical skill.

  • 90% completion rate

    Extended cut off times and medical support at every stage make it the a fully accessible Ultra.

  • Community

    Join our community of thousands of Ultra runners and walkers for guidance, support and camaraderie.

Full event details including location, route and photo gallery are on the Day One | Thames Valley 50K listing.

Charity places

These charities have places in the event. To secure your place, select a charity and complete the form to ask a question or get signed up.

Mental health

SANE

Supporting those affected by mental illness to change mental health for good.

  • Running vest
  • Fundraising support
  • Fundraising materials
  • Dedicated contact

Sign up
£40

Fundraise
£350

Cancer

Macmillan Cancer Support

No one should have to face cancer alone.

  • Technical t-shirt
  • Personalised running vest
  • Fundraising support
  • Fundraising materials
  • Training plan
  • Training guide
  • Online training zone
  • Dedicated contact
  • Exclusive social group
  • Pre-event training sessions

Sign up
£40

Fundraise
£350

Health and Medical

Parkinson's UK

Find a cure and improve life for everyone affected by Parkinsonโ€™s.

  • Technical t-shirt
  • Fundraising support
  • Fundraising materials

Sign up
£40

Fundraise
£350

Fundraising

Fundraise for charity

Each year, this event raises millions of pounds for charity. You can chose to make your miles mean more by opting to fundraise for one of these charities.

You will get up to 74% off your registration fee and your chosen charity will part-fund your place and will provide you with all the support and materials to help you reach your target. In return, you'll raise sponsorship for the charity.