Thames Path Ultra Challenge

About the challenge:

Have you only seen the River Thames from London? Take on this incredible challenge and expect to see some truly unforgettable sights.

Over 3,000 adventurers come together for a weekend of trekking along the River Thames. Whether you’d prefer to take on the challenging full 100km route, a shorter distance or The Moonlight 10 Walk through Central London – there’s something for everyone to get involved.

Full 100km (Putney to Henley):

This epic challenge will see you navigate your way through to Hampton Court and eventually onto Henley-on-Thames – home to the regatta – for a fabulous celebration finish and family BBQ. The challenge is a particularly flat route, but at 100km, isn’t for the faint-hearted! However, you’ll be rewarded with 100km of stunning scenery and historic villages and towns.

Please note, you can choose to either take the 100km route on as a continuous trek which may take walkers up to 36 hours, or spread the 100km across two days with a basecamp stay on Saturday night in Runnymede and trek just 50km each day.

3/4 Challenge – 72km (Hurst Park to Henley):

Starting a bit later down the route than the 100km adventurers, you’ll start off near Hampton Court and finish in Henley-on-Thames. The 72km may take walkers up to 16 hours to complete so consierably less time than the 100km.

1st Half Challenge – 50km (Putney to Runnymede):

If you’re wanting to take on a 50km trek, then you can still enjoy a scenic walk alongside the River Thames. This route of 50km follows the meandering waterway to Hampton Court, onto Runnymede for a big celebration finish.

2nd Half Challenge – 50km (Runnymede to Henley-on-Thames):

If you’re wanting to take on a 50km trek, then you can still enjoy a scenic walk alongside the River Thames. This route of 50km starts in Runnymede and follows the meandering waterway through Cookham and eventually onto Henley-on-Thames for a big celebration finish.

1st Quarter Challenge – 25km (Putney to Hampton):

If you’re looking for a shorter challenge, then you can still take part in the Thames Path Ultra Challenge with a 25km option. Start the route in South West London and follow the meandering waterway to Hampton Court for a big celebration finish.

2nd Quarter Challenge – 22km (Hampton to Runnymede):

If you’re looking for a shorter challenge, then you can still take part in the Thames Path Ultra Challenge with this 22km option. This route starts near Hampton Court and follows the meandering waterway to Runnymede for a big celebration finish.

3rd Quarter Challenge – 28km (Runnymede to Cookham):

If you’re looking for a shorter challenge, then you can still take part in the Thames Path Ultra Challenge with this 28km option. This route starts in Runnymede and follows the meandering waterway to Cookham for a big celebration finish.

4th Quarter Challenge – 22km (Cookham to Henley):

If you’re looking for a shorter challenge, then you can still take part in the Thames Path Ultra Challenge with this 22km option. This route starts in Cookham and follows the meandering waterway to Henley-on-Thames for a big celebration finish.

Difficulty rating: Fun (or challenging for longer distances)!

Cost: Please visit the Ultra Challenges website for all details around cost and sponsorship – prices start from £39 for a self-funded 10km challenge.