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Next edition - 2nd October 2027

A 100K ultra marathon along the best and most loved trails within the Chiltern Hills.

The Chiltern Hills 100K will return October 2nd, 2027.

Our route follows an awesome anticlockwise loop passing many of the Chilterns best landmarks - including the Ashridge Estate, Coombe Hill, Whiteleaf, Bledlow Ridge, Great Hampden and much more.

It's truly the best way to discover what the Chilterns has to offer, all in one day!

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Chiltern Hills 100K

£142 (£140 UKA Affiliated)

Entries open on 27/07/2026

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Price tiers
£142/£140
First 50 entries
▶ Now open
£152/£150
Entries 51-99
£162/£160
Entries 100+
Enter now and save £20 vs the final price
 

Key Information

Race info
Date
Saturday 2nd October 2027
Start Time
07:00
Time allowed
19 hours
Distance/Elevation
100K / 1800m+
Event Base
Chesham Guides HQ, Buckinghamshire, HP5 1HX
Navigation
Fully Marked
GPS Tracking
Yes - Open Tracking
Max Runners
250
Minimum Age
20
UTMB Index
UTMB World Series Index Race
License
Licensed by the Trail Running Association. Race held under UKA rules.

Route Map

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Event Downloads

Last updated - Dec 2026 - New runner's guide

Runner's Guide
A downloadable PDF with all key race information.
Spectator Guide
A helpful list of places for spectators to see the runners.
GPX File
A raw GPX track of the route.
Route via Ordnance Survey maps
Download the route to your Garmin device
View the route on Strava
Interactive route via Google Maps
Printable Map
An PDF version of the race route

Route Description

The route starts in Chesham and follows an anticlockwise loop along some of our favorite trails in the Chilterns.

The first leg to CP1 (14K) follows the Chiltern Link trail and heads east to Hastoe. From this first checkpoint, runners complete a loop around National Trust's Ashridge Estate, via Little Gaddesden (CP2), which includes a stunning section of The Ridgeway from Ivinghoe Beacon to Aldbury.

Once back at Hastoe (CP3 - 41.4k), runners will have access to their drop bag before continuing along The Ridgeway, passing through Tring Park, Wendover, Coombe Hill, Whiteleaf Hill (CP4 - 57.8K), and along to Bledlow Ridge.

The Bledlow Ridge Village Hall checkpoint marks 75K into the race; the final leg follows a selection of woodland trails through Hampden and along to Great Missenden.

From Missenden, the end is in sight as the loop is complete, and you arrive back in Chesham.

Aid stations
Hastoe Village Hall
14KM
WC
Little Gaddesden Village Hall
28KM
WC
Hastoe Village Hall
41.4KM
WC
Whiteleaf Hill
57.8KM
Bledlow Ridge Village Hall
75.3KM
WC
Little Hampden
88KM
WC

Videos

Previous editions

Chiltern Hills 100K 2026
Chiltern Hills 100K 2025

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Race Navigation
Race checkpoints

Aid stations

There are six checkpoints on the route. All checkpoints will contain the following items.

  • Water
  • Coke
  • Precision Fuel & Hydration - PH 1000 Electrolyte Drink (pre-mixed)
  • Precision Fuel & Hydration - PF 30 Gels
  • Precision Fuel & Hydration - PF 30 Chews
  • Selection of crisps and sweets
  • Pre-made sandwiches (jam, peanut butter, cheese)
  • Chia Charge Mini Flapjacks
  • Selection of Fresh fruit (banana, orange, watermelon)
  • Hot drinks/water available 44k, 60k & 75k
Event base

Event base

The event is hosted at Chesham Guides Headquarters, based in Lowndes Park in Chesham.

The guide hut has direct access to the trail and is an ideal location for the start/finish.

Post-race food will be available to all runners.

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Required Gear

Required gear

All runners will be required to carry the following items for the entirety of the run:

  • Mobile phone (emergency number saved)
  • Route GPX on watch/phone
  • Refillable water/hydration system (0.5L min)
  • Waterproof or windproof jacket
  • Additional long sleeve layer (to be kept dry for emergencies)
  • Additional full leg cover (to be kept dry for emergencies)
  • Head torch + spare battery
  • Warm hat/buff & gloves
  • Reusable cup
  • Basic first aid supplies (plasters/tape/bandage/foil blanket)
  • Bag/vest/belt to put everything in
  • £20 cash or bank card
  • Race nutrition

Entry details

Entry is open to all runners aged 20 years or older, there are no qualifying requirements. Your entry includes:

  • Entry to the 100K race
  • Event permitted by the TRA/UKA
  • Finishers medal & t-shirt
  • GPS Tracking
  • Chip timing with live results
  • Medical support
  • Marked/marshalled route
  • Drop bag at Hastoe checkpoint
  • Event photos

Entry details

Withdrawal options

By entering our race, you agree to the following withdrawal policy. This policy applies to all runners with the exception of women of cannot compete due to pregnancy.

Withdrawal date
Credits issued
More than 4 weeks before race day
90%

Credits can be used on future race entries, any time during the following 12 months.

Withdrawal requests must be completed online via our manage booking functionality.

Manage Booking
Event withdrawal

It was so well organised both in the weeks building up to it and on the day, and the course was so well marked you couldn’t possibly go wrong out there.

Darren

Chiltern Ridge 50km, 2021

Loved this! Course was beautiful and very well signposted. Friendly and really helpful marshals. Aid stations well stocked. Very well organised- would definitely do again.

Dee

Chiltern Ridge 50km, 2023

Event partners

National Trust
Tenzing
Left Handed Giant Brewery
The Ridgeway National Trail
Precision Fuel & Hydration
Albon App
UTMB World Series
She Races
Ugoku Projects

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