Expected July 2027
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The Winter Downs 200 is a 200 mile continuous trail run taking place over 9th-13th December 2026. The route forms a giant loop around the South of England, utilizing the North Downs Way, Vanguard Way, South Downs Way, Wayfarers Walk, and St Swithuns Way. Runners have up to 96 hours to complete the course, with live tracking, crew support, and drop bag access at three major aid stations.
Giant loop around South of England
North Downs Way
Vanguard Way
South Downs Way
Wayfarers Walk
St Swithuns Way
Box Hill
Juniper Hall
Start / Finish
Juniper Hall, Old London Road, Dorking, RH5 6DA
Juniper Hall (same as start - loop course)
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Getting There
Race Day
What to bring
Mobile Phone including numbers for Race Medic and Race Director
Access to GPX via watch or handheld GPS device
Battery Pack (minimum 10,000 mAh) and cables
Water Bottles/Bladder capable of carrying minimum 1 litre
Survival or Bivi Bag (NOT Blanket)
Waterproof Jacket with Hood (20,000mm+, sealed seams)
Waterproof Trousers (10,000mm+, sealed seams)
Synthetic or Fleece Mid-Layer
Waterproof Gloves
2 Pairs of Warm Gloves
Warm Hat (Buff not acceptable)
Whistle
Headtorch or Primary Light Source minimum 200 lumens
Second Headtorch or light source minimum 200 lumens
At least one spare battery for both lamps
Red Rear Flashing LED
Long sleeved base layer or fleece top (kept dry for emergency)
Full length tights or leg covering (kept dry for emergency)
Cup capable of containing hot liquid
Medical Kit and Gear Repair Kit (including blister plasters, wound dressing, tape, scissors or small knife)
Food: 400 Calories of food at all times
Money: £50 cash plus any card
What you get
Finisher medal
Finisher certificate
Chip timing
Live tracking
Crew support
Drop bag service
On the day
Toilets
Bag drop
Food vendors
Marshals on course
First aid on course
Before you enter
Other questions
Yes, runners are permitted to have a crew and access a drop bag at the three major aid stations.
Yes, live tracking is available across the entire event.
The course is marked and supported by live tracking, but runners should be self-sufficient with navigation aids.
Yes, the race is held under a full UK Athletics Permit granted through the TRA.
Entry fee
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Expected July 2027
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