Race to the Stones

  • 11 July, 2026 - 12 July, 2026
  • The Ridgeway
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Established 3000 B.C.  The Trail has Endured 5000 Years – You just need to last 100km! 

Race to the Stones travels across the Ridgeway, the UK’s oldest footpath. Passing through ancient landscapes and ending at the iconic Avebury Standing Stones, this is no mere ultramarathon – it’s a journey on foot through 5000 years of history. 

For more information, head to the official Race to the Stones website here.

Explore historic sites

Along the trail, you’ll pass by countless historic sites dating back over 5000 years, including: 

  • Grim’s Ditch – A 5km arrow-straight prehistoric earthwork 
  • The historic village of Goring on the Thames, England’s longest river 
  • Liddington Hill Fort 
  • The Uffington White Horse 
  • Barbury Castle 
  • The Hackpen White Horse 
  • Avebury Standing Stones – A 5000-year-old UNESCO World Heritage Site to welcome you to the finish 

Race options

100k non-stop (11 July)

Price: £185

100k over two days (11 July)

Price: £175 excluding camping / £265 including camping

Day one – Thames Valley 50k (11 July)

Price: £90

Day two – Ridgeline 50k (12 July)

Price: £90

Fundraising at Race to the Stones for Dorothy House 

Every year, Race to the Stones raises thousands for good causes via charity fundraiser participants. 

Whether you’re taking on a 50km challenge or tackling the full 100km route, Dorothy House will part-fund your place and will provide you with all the support and materials to help you reach your target. You’ll benefit from reduced entry fees starting at just £45 – and some snazzy new kit to rock on race day! 

Sign up now to raise vital funds for Dorothy House. Every pound raised means we can continue to deliver personalised care to patients and their families right across our patch. 

Once you’re signed up and ready to fundraise for the Hospice, you’ll get dedicated fundraising support and we’ll provide you with a Dorothy House tech t-shirt or vest for you to wear during the event. 

Did you know, £218 could fund a compassionate, skilled and experienced Hospice at Home Carer to provide care overnight, enabling a patient to stay at home at the end of their life. Find out more about how your money helps fund care here.