South Downs Way - Run or Ride

South Downs Way - TBC

Introduction:

Ride* or run the beautiful South Downs Way over 2 days.

This is a seriously tough event covering 100 miles with nearly 4,000 metres of climb.

The route goes from Winchester to Eastbourne and camping is included in your entry (53 miles aprox).

Runners and cyclists will meet at Winchester** at 0700 for the 2 hour driver to Eastbourne. The start is at 0930 aprox and your GPS trackers will be handed out on the bus.

We transport all your camping equipment / tents. There is an evening meal and cooked breakfast provided. Please bring own cups / plates / cutlery.

*mountain or gravel bikes required
**Parking is not included in your entry

Entry options:

• Run the whole event

• Ride the whole event

• Enter as pairs, one rides and one runs.

Dates:
TBC

Event location:

Pick up and finish point: Winchester Park & Ride SO23 9NP

Start point: Eastbourne (you will be dropped here)

Price: £140

Distance: 100 miles

Schedule:

• Day 1 goes from Eastbourne to Washington Campsite (53 miles).

• Day 2 goes from Washington Campsite to Winchester (47 miles) - The start window is between 0700 - 0900

Aid stations:
Aprox every 15 miles

Course:
The course map is further down the page.

Kit list:

  • Face mask (for wearing on the event transport)

  • A small dispenser of hand sanitizer

  • Maps for that day in an easily accessible place (App, gps device or paper maps)

  • Useful numbers, checkpoint timings, and lost procedure

  • Waterproof top

  • A chocolate bar or similar

  • A fully charged working mobile phone (waterproofed)

  • A lightweight piece of warm clothing (waterproofed)

  • 1lt water

  • Basic tools and puncture repair kit (bikers only)

    Pre-event information pack:

The event information will be available 2 weeks before the event. Please ensure you read this document before arriving at the event. We do not post out information.

 

Get on the waiting list!

The South Downs Way is limited to only a 100 spaces and will fill up fast!

Add your name to the mailing list and you will get notified when entries open.

 

“Can I just say what a brilliant event it was last weekend. It was my first half and I was nervous but your team really put me at ease. I will recommend this event to everyone.

Thanks again.”

— Katlyn McLeod

 

Route Map