North Downs 50 Ultra Challenge 2025

Conquer 50km through Surrey’s stunning hills, An Ultra Challenge like no other

Event Date – Saturday 12th July 2025

Days – 1 Day

Start/Finish – See challenge options

Distance – 10km I 25km I 50km

Entry Fee – Select your option

Fundraising – Select your option

The North Down 50 Ultra Challenge

This challenge offers you a 50km looped route through the breathtaking landscapes of the Surrey Hills, an area of outstanding natural beauty. Starting from the Guildford basecamp, the trail encompasses some of the most picturesque sections of the North Downs Way and its surrounding countryside.

Chantry Woods
Early in the journey, participants traverse the serene Chantry Woods, offering tranquil forest paths and glimpses of local wildlife.

St Martha’s Hill
The route ascends to St Martha’s Hill, home to a historic church and providing panoramic vistas over the Surrey landscape. This vantage point offers some of the most spectacular views of the region.

Newlands Corner
A notable nature reserve along the trail, Newlands Corner presents participants with some of the best views over the Surrey Hills, making it a memorable segment of the challenge.

The North Downs 50 Ultra Challenge not only tests endurance but also envelopes you in the natural beauty of southern England, making it a truly rewarding experience.

Breathtaking trails, panoramic views, and the ultimate test of endurance!
We’ve got 3 North Downs 50 Ultra Challenge options available

Option 2: Full Sponsorship For Charity – pay a small registration fee and fundraise for Get Kids Going! (who pays for your place)

Full Challenge (50km) – £40 registration fee and at least £375 fundraising pledge
Half Challenge (25km) – £30 registration fee and at least £275 fundraising pledge
10K Challenge (10km) – £20 registration fee and at least £100 fundraising pledge

Option 3: Mixed Funding For Charity – pay for half your place cost and fundraise less for Get Kids Going! (who pays half of your place cost)

Full Challenge (50km) – £75 registration fee and at least £225 fundraising pledge
Half Challenge (25km) – £50 registration fee and at least £150 fundraising pledge
10K Challenge (10km) – £22.50 registration fee and at least £70 fundraising pledge

Option 4: Own Place Charity Fundraising – pay for your place and fundraise whatever you can for Get Kids Going! (with small admin fee to charity)

Full Challenge (50km) – £139 registration fee paid online and fundraise whatever you can
Half Challenge (25km) – £89 registration fee paid online and fundraise whatever you can
10K Challenge (10km) – £39 registration fee paid online and fundraise whatever you can

For full details and to sign up to this challenge click below

Why you should join the Get Kids Going! Team
You’ll get full support and hospitality all the way, leaving you to focus on your challenge.

You can join as an individual or a team

Choose from Full, Half and 10K challenge options

Training guides and support plans

Organised rest stops on route

Fully signed route

Main meals, snacks and drinks included

Full medical support

Pace walkers

Shuttle buses and transfers

Ultra Challenge mobile app

Information Team Webinar

Facebook Team Forum

Video Briefings

Travel Planning

Finishers medal, Ultra Challenge Tee shirt and a glass of bubbly when you finish!

You’ll also receive…

Get Kids Going! Fundraising Pack

Get Kids Going! Technical Shirt

Event Accessibility

Visually impaired participants are welcome and usually take part with someone supporting them on route. There may be a discounted charge for this to cover event costs such as food etc. Event sites are generally in playing fields or outdoor areas on flat land. For spectators, there is limited wheelchair access, and this can vary on the day depending on ground conditions.

For more details, please speak to the Ultra Challenge Team who will be happy to discuss course suitability for your accessibility requirements.

Ready to join?

By joining our team you’ll be helping children and young people with disability, get into sport.

Get Kids Going!

Get Kids Going! is a national charity which gives disabled children and young people, up to the age of 26 years, the wonderful opportunity of participating in sport. We provide them with specially built sports wheelchairs so they can do: athletics, marathons, tennis, skiing, rugby, sailing, basketball, snowboarding and many other sports.

Get Kids Going! inspires young people to compete in sporting events, from start to paralympic level, by also giving them annual sports grants to help with their; training, travel, competition fees and the development of sports’ equipment. With your help many of these amazing youngsters can become world record holders and paralympic champions!

For full information on this challenge, please visit the North Down 50 Ultra Challenge web page. You can also find FAQs here.

When signing up you agree to the Terms and Conditions of Action Challenge Ltd. (Ultra Challenge events) and Get Kids Going!