Conquer a King-Sized Challenge
Take on a challenge fit for royalty in this epic ultramarathon along the South Downs Way and Monarch’s Way. Choose from two unique 50km loops – or tackle both in a non-stop 100km challenge!
- Date: 21st June 2025
- Venue: West Dean Gardens
- Cut-off: 25+ hours
- Price: From £30pp; payment plans available across all packages
Scroll down the page for more information about the courses on offer!
Choose Your Challenge
There are three unique challenges to choose from at Race to the King.
Coastal 50k
The Coastal 50k at Race to the King is truly the perfect first ultramarathon. Flat and runnable without skimping on scenery, it offers spectacular views around Chichester Harbour, passing through the ancient fishing village of Bosham before gently climbing back onto the South Downs.
- Date: 21st June 2025
- Route: One loop from West Dean Gardens
- Distance: 50km
- Elevation: 500m
Castle 50k
If you’re looking for more of a challenge, the Castle 50k at Race to the King is the ideal ‘next step’ on your ultra journey. Following an undulating course along the South Downs Way, the route passes by Arundel Castle before returning to West Dean via the Monarch’s Way, with spectacular views of the Weald to the North and the coastline to the South.
- Date: 21st June 2025
- Route: One loop from West Dean Gardens
- Distance: 52.7km
- Elevation: 1040m
Full 100k
The full 100k course at Race to the King consists of two 50km loops: a flat and fast Coastal loop around Chichester harbour, followed by the undulating Castle loop along the South Downs ridge.
Both loops start and finish at West Dean Gardens, giving you access to your drop bag and supporters at the halfway point.
Steeped in history and designed to cater both to seasoned runners seeking a fast 100k race and first-timers just hoping to finish in one piece, Race to the King’s spectacular course is truly fit for royalty.
- Date: 21st June 2025
- Route: Two loops from West Dean Gardens
- Distance: 102.7km
- Elevation: 1550m
Enter for as Little as £30
Every year, Race to the King raises thousands for good causes via charity fundraiser participants.
Whether you’re taking on a 50km challenge or tackling the full 100km route, you’ll benefit from reduced entry fees starting at just £30 when you commit to fundraising for charity.
Your charity of choice will part-fund your place and will provide you with all the support and materials to help you reach your target.
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