Race to Remember
CS
From Combat Stress
Saturday 7th November 2026
Past event
06:00
Portsmouth
£55.00–£175.00 · 4 races
Marathon, Ultra
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the Race to Remember, taking place on Saturday, November 7th, 2026, in the beautiful city of Portsmouth, Hampshire. Organized by Combat Stress, this event offers two incredible race distances: a challenging 76km ultra marathon starting from Aldershot, the historic home of the British Army, and a scenic 36km course beginning in Petersfield. Participants in the ultra marathon will journey through the breathtaking South Downs National Park, enjoying stunning views and two break stops before merging with the 36km walkers and runners in Petersfield. All participants will continue towards the coast, passing through additional break stops, and culminating their adventure at the iconic Royal Naval Museum.
This fully supported event ensures that every participant receives the care they need, including satellite trackers, medical assistance, and ample refreshments along the way. Whether you're tackling the ultra marathon or the 36km option, you'll not only challenge yourself but also help raise vital funds for veterans' mental health, with a fundraising target of £395 for charity place participants. Join us in making a difference while experiencing an unforgettable day in Portsmouth! Sign up today, and let’s make every step count for those who have served our country.
This fully supported event ensures that every participant receives the care they need, including satellite trackers, medical assistance, and ample refreshments along the way. Whether you're tackling the ultra marathon or the 36km option, you'll not only challenge yourself but also help raise vital funds for veterans' mental health, with a fundraising target of £395 for charity place participants. Join us in making a difference while experiencing an unforgettable day in Portsmouth! Sign up today, and let’s make every step count for those who have served our country.
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Races
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76k Race to Remember - charity place
Minimum race pledge £395
Entries closed£85.00
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76k Race to Remember - self-funded
Entries closed£175.00
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36k Race to Remember
Minimum race pledge £395
Entries closed£55.00
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36k Race to Remember - self-funded
Entries closed£125.00
Event information
76KM
Distance: 76km / 47.2mi
Elevation: +2100ft max grade 13%
Aid Stations: 6
This epic ultramarathon takes you on a 76km route all the way from Aldershot to Portsmouth. Taking in a mix of trails and tarmac you'll take in the challenging South Downs overcoming 2000ft of elevation.
36KM
Distance: 36km / 21.8mi
Elevation: +857 ft Max Grade 11.6%
Aid Stations: 3
Starting in Petersfield the 36km course takes you straight into the the heart of the South Downs national park. Suitable for both walkers and runners this well supported route presents a great challenge.
Distance: 76km / 47.2mi
Elevation: +2100ft max grade 13%
Aid Stations: 6
This epic ultramarathon takes you on a 76km route all the way from Aldershot to Portsmouth. Taking in a mix of trails and tarmac you'll take in the challenging South Downs overcoming 2000ft of elevation.
36KM
Distance: 36km / 21.8mi
Elevation: +857 ft Max Grade 11.6%
Aid Stations: 3
Starting in Petersfield the 36km course takes you straight into the the heart of the South Downs national park. Suitable for both walkers and runners this well supported route presents a great challenge.
The entry fee includes race pack, satellite tracking, hot and cold food and drink at aid stations along the route, medical support, a bespoke event medal.
Parking is available for 76km runners. 36km runners will need to use public car parks at Petersfield. The finish line is within sight of Portsmouth Harbour Station.
76km event starts in Aldershot
36km event starts in Petersfield
All events finish in the Historic Naval Dockyard, Portsmouth
36km event starts in Petersfield
All events finish in the Historic Naval Dockyard, Portsmouth
Full instructions will be provided. The start line for the 76km event is in Aldershot Military Stadium, the start line for the 36km event is in Petersfield. All events finish in the Historic Naval Dockyard, Portsmouth.
Cut–off times are in place to ensure participant safety. If your pace is slower than our event tail runner or walker, the support team will collect you and move you further along the route so that you can finish the challenge within the required time.
Cut off times are based upon 6km/hr for runners and 4km/hr for walkers.
Location Stop & Distance 76km Cut-off Times Stop & Distance 36km Cut-off Times Walk Cut-off Times Run
76km
Aldershot Military Rugby Stadium
START 06:00
Lindford Village Hall 1 - 22.5km
Cut off Time: 08:00 - 09:30
Liss Forest Car Park 2 - 31.8km
Cut off Time: 09:00 - 11:15
St Peters Hall, Petersfield 3 - 42.3km
Cut off Time: 10:00 - 12:45
Rowlands Castle Scout HQ 4 - 56.1km
Cut off Time: 12:00 - 15:00
St Thomas Hall, Bedhampton 5 - 63.3km
Cut off Time: 13:00 - 16:30
South Coast Wakepark Car Park 6 - 70.6km
Cut off Time: 14:00 - 17:30
HMS Warrior, Historic Dockyard FINISH - 76.5km
Cut off Time: 15:00 - 19:00 FINISH 35.7km
36km
St Peters Hall, Petersfield
WALK START 09:00
RUN START 10:30
Rowlands Castle Scout HQ 1 - 14.1km
Run Cut off Time: 12:00 - 14:30
Walk Cut off Time: 10:30 - 12:30
St Thomas Hall, Bedhampton 2 - 21.3km
Run Cut off Time: 13:00 - 16:00
Walk Cut off Time: 13:00 - 14:30
South Coast Wakepark Car Park 3 - 28.6km
Run Cut off Time: 14:00 - 17:30
Walk Cut off Time: 14:30 - 16:00
HMS Warrior, Historic Dockyard FINISH 35.7km
Run Cut off Time: 15:00 - 19:00
Walk Cut off Time: 15:30 - 19:00
Cut off times are based upon 6km/hr for runners and 4km/hr for walkers.
Location Stop & Distance 76km Cut-off Times Stop & Distance 36km Cut-off Times Walk Cut-off Times Run
76km
Aldershot Military Rugby Stadium
START 06:00
Lindford Village Hall 1 - 22.5km
Cut off Time: 08:00 - 09:30
Liss Forest Car Park 2 - 31.8km
Cut off Time: 09:00 - 11:15
St Peters Hall, Petersfield 3 - 42.3km
Cut off Time: 10:00 - 12:45
Rowlands Castle Scout HQ 4 - 56.1km
Cut off Time: 12:00 - 15:00
St Thomas Hall, Bedhampton 5 - 63.3km
Cut off Time: 13:00 - 16:30
South Coast Wakepark Car Park 6 - 70.6km
Cut off Time: 14:00 - 17:30
HMS Warrior, Historic Dockyard FINISH - 76.5km
Cut off Time: 15:00 - 19:00 FINISH 35.7km
36km
St Peters Hall, Petersfield
WALK START 09:00
RUN START 10:30
Rowlands Castle Scout HQ 1 - 14.1km
Run Cut off Time: 12:00 - 14:30
Walk Cut off Time: 10:30 - 12:30
St Thomas Hall, Bedhampton 2 - 21.3km
Run Cut off Time: 13:00 - 16:00
Walk Cut off Time: 13:00 - 14:30
South Coast Wakepark Car Park 3 - 28.6km
Run Cut off Time: 14:00 - 17:30
Walk Cut off Time: 14:30 - 16:00
HMS Warrior, Historic Dockyard FINISH 35.7km
Run Cut off Time: 15:00 - 19:00
Walk Cut off Time: 15:30 - 19:00
What time does Race to Remember start?
The 76km ultra-run starts at 06:00 hrs in Aldershot (registration from 05:15 hrs). The 36km walk starts at 09.00 hrs (registration from 08:30 hrs) and the 36km run starts at 10.30 hrs (registration from 10:00 hrs) in Petersfield. You must arrive and register 30 minutes before the start time.
Will there be transfers back to the start?
As our finish line is next to Portsmouth Harbour station, we don't offer a transfer service back to the start. Trains depart regularly to both Petersfield and Aldershot.
Will this be a closed course?
The course will be open to the public and to traffic, the event is fully supported by an event team and medics. The route will be marked and all runners will be tracked throughout.
Can I bring my dog?
We love dogs! While dogs can’t take part in the event itself, spectators are very welcome to bring their four-legged friends along to watch. Please note that dogs are not permitted inside indoor break stops, and they are not allowed within the Historic Naval Dockyard, where our finish line is located.
Is there an age limit?
We welcome participants aged 16 years and over for the 36km events*, all participants for the 76km ultra run must be 18 years and over.
*Under 18s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian, who must also register and participate in the event. We also require written parental consent which should be sent to [email protected] at time of registration.
Will I receive a Combat Stress t-shirt?
All self-funded participants will receive a technical T-shirt as part of their registration. Charity place participants will receive a technical T-shirt when they reach £150 in fundraising of their £395 target (please ensure you download the T&Cs regarding fundraising targets). Technical T-shirts are also available to purchase
The 76km ultra-run starts at 06:00 hrs in Aldershot (registration from 05:15 hrs). The 36km walk starts at 09.00 hrs (registration from 08:30 hrs) and the 36km run starts at 10.30 hrs (registration from 10:00 hrs) in Petersfield. You must arrive and register 30 minutes before the start time.
Will there be transfers back to the start?
As our finish line is next to Portsmouth Harbour station, we don't offer a transfer service back to the start. Trains depart regularly to both Petersfield and Aldershot.
Will this be a closed course?
The course will be open to the public and to traffic, the event is fully supported by an event team and medics. The route will be marked and all runners will be tracked throughout.
Can I bring my dog?
We love dogs! While dogs can’t take part in the event itself, spectators are very welcome to bring their four-legged friends along to watch. Please note that dogs are not permitted inside indoor break stops, and they are not allowed within the Historic Naval Dockyard, where our finish line is located.
Is there an age limit?
We welcome participants aged 16 years and over for the 36km events*, all participants for the 76km ultra run must be 18 years and over.
*Under 18s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian, who must also register and participate in the event. We also require written parental consent which should be sent to [email protected] at time of registration.
Will I receive a Combat Stress t-shirt?
All self-funded participants will receive a technical T-shirt as part of their registration. Charity place participants will receive a technical T-shirt when they reach £150 in fundraising of their £395 target (please ensure you download the T&Cs regarding fundraising targets). Technical T-shirts are also available to purchase
All charity place participants have a fundraising target of £395, we also encourage all self-funded participants to share their fundraising page and to raise what they can in support of veterans' mental health.
Organiser's description
THE CHALLENGE
Choose from our epic 76km ultra marathon from Aldershot to Portsmouth or take on our 36km course from Petersfield to Portsmouth.
Participants taking on the 76km ultramarathon will start from Aldershot, the home of the British Army. From there, they will head south, through the stunning South Downs National Park, covering 40km and pass through 2 break stops, before reaching Petersfield. The 36km walkers and runners will join here.
All participants will continue towards the coast, through a further 3 break stops, before crossing the finish line at the Royal Naval Museum in the historic dockyard, Portsmouth.
The event is fully supported, and includes satellite trackers, 6 break stops with food and refreshments for 76km runners and 3 break stops for 36km participants. There is medical support throughout.
OUR SUPPORT TO YOU
Whether you choose the 76km ultramarathon, 36km walk or 36km run, you'll be supported every step of the way.
We'll provide satellite trackers, medical support and break stops along the route offering food and drink for participants.
You'll also receive your medal as you cross the finish line.
YOUR SUPPORT TO US
The fundraising target for charity place participants is £395, but as this is a charity event and we encourage all participants to raise as much as they can in support of veterans' mental health.
Share your fundraising page and spread the word! Get your family and friends to sponsor your challenge to raise vital funds for veterans' mental health and ensure more veterans can get the support they need.
Choose from our epic 76km ultra marathon from Aldershot to Portsmouth or take on our 36km course from Petersfield to Portsmouth.
Participants taking on the 76km ultramarathon will start from Aldershot, the home of the British Army. From there, they will head south, through the stunning South Downs National Park, covering 40km and pass through 2 break stops, before reaching Petersfield. The 36km walkers and runners will join here.
All participants will continue towards the coast, through a further 3 break stops, before crossing the finish line at the Royal Naval Museum in the historic dockyard, Portsmouth.
The event is fully supported, and includes satellite trackers, 6 break stops with food and refreshments for 76km runners and 3 break stops for 36km participants. There is medical support throughout.
OUR SUPPORT TO YOU
Whether you choose the 76km ultramarathon, 36km walk or 36km run, you'll be supported every step of the way.
We'll provide satellite trackers, medical support and break stops along the route offering food and drink for participants.
You'll also receive your medal as you cross the finish line.
YOUR SUPPORT TO US
The fundraising target for charity place participants is £395, but as this is a charity event and we encourage all participants to raise as much as they can in support of veterans' mental health.
Share your fundraising page and spread the word! Get your family and friends to sponsor your challenge to raise vital funds for veterans' mental health and ensure more veterans can get the support they need.
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