Next edition - 4th July 2027
An epic half marathon along The Ridgeway National Trail between Wendover & Princes Risborough in Buckinghamshire.
The 9th edition will take place on Sunday 4th July 2027 at 10:00am.
Starting and finishing Wendover, the route takes runners along a stunning stretch of trail to Whiteleaf Hill Nature Reserve, where an undulating forest loop awaits.
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Explore the route and elevation profile below, or download the route for your watch, OS Maps, Garmin and more.
Our route follows a beautiful stretch of The Ridgeway between Coombe Hill in Wendover and Whiteleaf Hill near Princes Risborough - with a loop of the Chiltern Society’s Whiteleaf Hill Nature Reserve in-between.
The route is entirely off road and will test your strength and stamina as you tackle the numerous ups and downs.
Please note the exact start of the race is subject to change, due to ongoing HS2 works within Wendover. Any change that is made will be minor.
Last updated - June 2026
Where each checkpoint is, how far into the route, and what to expect when you get there.
Bib collection: Available from 08:30 at the pub
There is a short 5 minute walk to the race start.
Green Hailey
Crew & spectators: Supporters are permitted on foot, there is no vehicle access to this location.
You pass this aid station twice, at 8.5km and 11.5km.
Green Hailey
Crew & spectators: Supporters are permitted on foot, there is no vehicle access to this location.
There is one checkpoint that you will pass twice. The following items will be available at this location:
The registration will take place at the Shoulder of Mutton Pub on Pound St in Wendover.
Once registered, runners will need to make a short walk to the start (500m).
Please park within the train station, which has plenty of room for all runners.
All runners will be required to carry the following items for the entirety of the run:
Entry is open to all runners aged 17 years or older, there are no qualifying requirements. Your entry includes:
We've answered some common questions below. Please contact us if you have any further queries.
The half marathon route is set on hilly terrain and this race will test your leg strength and climbing ability. We advise runners to take the uphills easier and hike where required in order to preserve energy and speed for the flat and downhill sections. A large percentage of the race is shaded which will protect you from any July heat, and the rest of the route gives stunning ridgeline views over the Chilterns which is a nice reward for all those hills.
Portaloo toilets are available at the start/finish. There are also public toilets in Wendover and at the train station.
Additionally, there is a toilet available at our checkpoint, which you pass twice.
No, unfortunately we are unable to provide changing facilities at the race.
Wendover train station is situated just a 5-minute walk from the event base and there are regular trains to/from London.
Please wear trail running shoes for this race. The footpaths are uneven and steep in places.
There are awards for the top three male and female finishers overall, along with age category awards for FV40, MV40, FV50, MV50, FV60, MV60, FV70, MV70.
Most GPS watches allow you to upload a GPX file of the route for you to follow whilst running. Typically this is done via by loading the GPX file into the app (i.e Garmin Connect), and then syncing your phone/watch together.
If you don't have a GPS watch we would recommend using OS Maps (£20/year) or Strava Premium (£48/year).
No, there are no qualifying standards required to enter this race. Entry is open to all runners aged 17 or over.
There is a 4-hour time limit for this race.
The route is fully marked with our orange arrow markers and ribbons, and marshals will be out on the course at road crossings and busier sections. We recommend carrying the route on your watch or phone as a backup.
Registration takes place at the Shoulder of Mutton pub on Pound Street, Wendover. From there it is a short 500m walk to the start. The race finishes at Hampden Meadow on South Street, Wendover.
We recommend parking at Wendover train station, which has plenty of room for all runners and is a 5-minute walk from registration. There is also limited parking at Wendover Library and Witchell Pavilion, and unrestricted on-street parking on Dobbins Lane and nearby roads.
Yes, bags and jackets can be dropped off at registration and will be transferred to the finish.
There is one aid station at Green Hailey, which you pass twice, at 8.5km and 11.5km. It stocks water, Coke, Precision Fuel & Hydration gels and chews, jelly babies and crisps. This is a cupless race, so please bring a soft cup or bottle if you would like to take on fluids.
There is no mandatory kit for this race, but we recommend carrying a mobile phone, the route on your watch or phone, and a soft cup for the aid station.
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There will be a coffee van, and hot food vendor at the finish. There are also plenty of pubs, restaurants and cafes on Wendover High Street.
The men's course record is 01:22:22, set by James Davis in 2026. The women's course record is 01:38:59, set by Sarah Overington in 2025.
Live results are available immediately after the race on our website, and a selection of race photos will be available to download for free 24-48 hours after the event.
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.
Credits are only redeemable once, and 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.
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Beautiful route. Challenging course. Well organised event. Loved it and would do it again!
Chiltern Ridge Half, 2023
Loved this race! Amazingly organised and the course is beautiful! My first half marathon race and I could not recommend it enough!"
Chiltern Ridge Half, 2023
