Race to the King
TS
From Threshold Sports
5.0 ·
1 review
Saturday 15th June 2024
Past event
06:30
Chichester, West Sussex, West Dean
£75.00–£165.00 · 3 races
Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at the Race to the King, organized by Threshold Sports, taking place on Saturday, June 15, 2024, in the stunning surroundings of Chichester, West Sussex. This exciting ultra marathon invites participants to follow the historic path of Kings, navigating through breathtaking landscapes and diverse terrains. Whether you're a seasoned ultra runner or tackling your first challenge, this event offers a fantastic opportunity to push your limits in a supportive environment.
The Race to the King features a unique figure of 8 route that combines two distinct loops, leading you from the iconic Goodwood Racecourse to the ancient coastal village of Bosham and the majestic Arundel Castle. With distances covering a staggering 100 km, you'll enjoy pit stops filled with delicious food and expert support, making sure you race like royalty. Plus, the accompanying family festival promises a day full of entertainment, cheering, and fun for everyone. Join us for an inspiring and challenging experience that truly celebrates the spirit of adventure!
The Race to the King features a unique figure of 8 route that combines two distinct loops, leading you from the iconic Goodwood Racecourse to the ancient coastal village of Bosham and the majestic Arundel Castle. With distances covering a staggering 100 km, you'll enjoy pit stops filled with delicious food and expert support, making sure you race like royalty. Plus, the accompanying family festival promises a day full of entertainment, cheering, and fun for everyone. Join us for an inspiring and challenging experience that truly celebrates the spirit of adventure!
Race to the King
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5.01 review
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Gabriella Varga
Reviewing the 2019 edition · 7 years ago
Well done Threshold events. It was a very well organized event. Absolutely fantastic. They moved a 1000 people around without any problems. Pit stops were well stocked. Crew was absolutely fantastic. Super helpful, encouraging, cheering you on. The campsite was clean and everything to make it as comfortable as possible.
All in all everything was great. I will be back.
All in all everything was great. I will be back.
Races
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100k Non-Stop
Entries closed£165.00
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50k Coastal Loop
Entries closed£75.00
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50k Castle Loop
Entries closed£75.00
Event information
Full 100k Route
Designed to challenge the most experienced Ultra participant, whilst providing the perfect entry point for those taking on their first ultra-marathon. The 100KM takes you on a journey to the coast before looping back to Goodwood Racecourse and out towards Arundel Castle and the heights of the South Downs.
Day 1 Route
As you set off on your memorable journey down to Chichester Harbour and through the ancient village of Bosham, you’ll take in the panoramic views of this coastal Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. With rolling hills, luscious greenery and fantastic wildlife through Kingley Vale Nature Reserve, you won’t want your journey to end, even if it is at our fantastic Goodwood basecamp!
Day 2 Route
Setting off from Basecamp and heading through the historic town of Arundel you will witness the impressive Arundel Castle as you meander along the River Arun. As you head towards the finish you will journey across the South Downs Way, where you can expect challenging climbs amongst breath taking surroundings every step of the way, ending back at Glorious Goodwood.
Designed to challenge the most experienced Ultra participant, whilst providing the perfect entry point for those taking on their first ultra-marathon. The 100KM takes you on a journey to the coast before looping back to Goodwood Racecourse and out towards Arundel Castle and the heights of the South Downs.
Day 1 Route
As you set off on your memorable journey down to Chichester Harbour and through the ancient village of Bosham, you’ll take in the panoramic views of this coastal Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. With rolling hills, luscious greenery and fantastic wildlife through Kingley Vale Nature Reserve, you won’t want your journey to end, even if it is at our fantastic Goodwood basecamp!
Day 2 Route
Setting off from Basecamp and heading through the historic town of Arundel you will witness the impressive Arundel Castle as you meander along the River Arun. As you head towards the finish you will journey across the South Downs Way, where you can expect challenging climbs amongst breath taking surroundings every step of the way, ending back at Glorious Goodwood.
From the moment you sign up we are there to get you fit and ready for your Ultra distance challenge
PRE-EVENT
- Training plans tailored to your package and level
- Top tips from trail running experts
- Exclusive offers from our event partners and suppliers
- Our team on hand to answer any questions you may have
- Join our community with access to the event forums to ask questions and share advice
ON ROUTE
- Fully signposted trails for navigation in day and night conditions
- Routes through heritage sites, AONBs and along National Trails
- 7 x pit stops throughout the 100km with heaps of food, drink, toilets, medical (and emotional) support
- Route checking and support throughout the event
- All routes and wave timings planned for minimal bottle-necks
- Individual chip timing throughout the event
- Event photographers at all the top spots along the trail
SAFETY
- Independent event and route risk assessments
- Rapid response paramedic teams throughout the event
- Qualified medical personnel at all pit-stops
- Medical clinics at the basecamp and finish points
- Centralised event control system for runner emergencies
- Additional support contingencies for extreme weather events
FOOD AND DRINK
- Fully stocked pit stops including: cereal bars, chocolate, sweets, fresh fruit, crisps, sandwiches, tea, coffee, porridge and more
- A mix of water, squash and flat coke at stops along the way
- Hot meals at halfway and a hot meal at the finish
- Cooked and continental breakfasts for those camping overnight
- Sports nutrition including electrolyte, hydration and recovery products from High5
- Additional food concessions at the start, halfway and finish for supporters
- Bars at the basecamp and at the finish
- Offerings for special dietary requirements throughout
BASECAMP
- Hot showers, plenty of toilets and a pamper zone with hairdryers, mirrors and more
- Dining area for thousands of runners
- Chill out zones with beanbags and stretching areas
- Fully stocked bars, cake & coffee concessions
- Charging stations
- Live music
- Fire pits and some extra evening magic
TRANSPORT
- Bag transfer to daily finish point for all runners and walkers
- Bookable shuttles to and from the start and finish points (additional cost)
- Parking at the start and finish (additional cost)
- We also do our best to shuttle people to finish or basecamps in case of injury or withdrawal, subject to availability
THE FINISH
- Top quality finisher’s medal
- Live MC welcoming you over the line
- Finish line photographer
- Hot meal when you cross the finish line
- Hot showers for all participants
- Spectator zones at the finish with food and drink concessions
- Onward shuttle options
- Merchandise stand
- Bag collection
INSURANCE
- Full refunds (excl. booking fee) in the case of event cancellation
- Deferral options if you can’t make the event
- Participant transfer options if you can’t make the event
- Enhanced booking insurance as an optional extra on registration
OPTIONAL EXTRAS
- Event merchandise
- Glamping options
- Shuttles to and from the start and finish
- Parking at the start and finish
- Individual Trackers
- Individual event photos from Sportograf
PRE-EVENT
- Training plans tailored to your package and level
- Top tips from trail running experts
- Exclusive offers from our event partners and suppliers
- Our team on hand to answer any questions you may have
- Join our community with access to the event forums to ask questions and share advice
ON ROUTE
- Fully signposted trails for navigation in day and night conditions
- Routes through heritage sites, AONBs and along National Trails
- 7 x pit stops throughout the 100km with heaps of food, drink, toilets, medical (and emotional) support
- Route checking and support throughout the event
- All routes and wave timings planned for minimal bottle-necks
- Individual chip timing throughout the event
- Event photographers at all the top spots along the trail
SAFETY
- Independent event and route risk assessments
- Rapid response paramedic teams throughout the event
- Qualified medical personnel at all pit-stops
- Medical clinics at the basecamp and finish points
- Centralised event control system for runner emergencies
- Additional support contingencies for extreme weather events
FOOD AND DRINK
- Fully stocked pit stops including: cereal bars, chocolate, sweets, fresh fruit, crisps, sandwiches, tea, coffee, porridge and more
- A mix of water, squash and flat coke at stops along the way
- Hot meals at halfway and a hot meal at the finish
- Cooked and continental breakfasts for those camping overnight
- Sports nutrition including electrolyte, hydration and recovery products from High5
- Additional food concessions at the start, halfway and finish for supporters
- Bars at the basecamp and at the finish
- Offerings for special dietary requirements throughout
BASECAMP
- Hot showers, plenty of toilets and a pamper zone with hairdryers, mirrors and more
- Dining area for thousands of runners
- Chill out zones with beanbags and stretching areas
- Fully stocked bars, cake & coffee concessions
- Charging stations
- Live music
- Fire pits and some extra evening magic
TRANSPORT
- Bag transfer to daily finish point for all runners and walkers
- Bookable shuttles to and from the start and finish points (additional cost)
- Parking at the start and finish (additional cost)
- We also do our best to shuttle people to finish or basecamps in case of injury or withdrawal, subject to availability
THE FINISH
- Top quality finisher’s medal
- Live MC welcoming you over the line
- Finish line photographer
- Hot meal when you cross the finish line
- Hot showers for all participants
- Spectator zones at the finish with food and drink concessions
- Onward shuttle options
- Merchandise stand
- Bag collection
INSURANCE
- Full refunds (excl. booking fee) in the case of event cancellation
- Deferral options if you can’t make the event
- Participant transfer options if you can’t make the event
- Enhanced booking insurance as an optional extra on registration
OPTIONAL EXTRAS
- Event merchandise
- Glamping options
- Shuttles to and from the start and finish
- Parking at the start and finish
- Individual Trackers
- Individual event photos from Sportograf
Parking is available to book via the My Events Portal. More information will be posted on the Participant Hub closer to the event. The deadline to book is 2 weeks prior to the event.
A parking permit for your vehicle will be sent in your Registration Pack. If it does not arrive please come and see us at the event.
A parking permit for your vehicle will be sent in your Registration Pack. If it does not arrive please come and see us at the event.
West Dean Gardens
If you’ve taken part in Race to the King before, very little will change with regards to your travel plans for race day. West Dean Gardens are less than 3 miles from Goodwood Racecourse, with the same dedicated parking facilities available for friends and family, right next to the Start / Finish line.
If you’re travelling via public transport, the number 60 bus from Chichester train station to Midhurst serves West Dean Gardens. Simply follow the yellow AA signage for Race to the King – a short walk which will be clearly signposted on the day. For bus timetables, take a look at Stagecoach’s website.
Up-to-date transport information will be included in your event booklet, which will be shared with you prior to the event
If you’re travelling via public transport, the number 60 bus from Chichester train station to Midhurst serves West Dean Gardens. Simply follow the yellow AA signage for Race to the King – a short walk which will be clearly signposted on the day. For bus timetables, take a look at Stagecoach’s website.
Up-to-date transport information will be included in your event booklet, which will be shared with you prior to the event
As you set off on your memorable journey down to Chichester Harbour and through the ancient village of Bosham, you’ll take in the panoramic views of this coastal Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. With rolling hills, luscious greenery and fantastic wildlife through Kingley Vale Nature Reserve, you won’t want your journey to end, even if it is at our fantastic Goodwood basecamp!
Date: 15th June 2024
Route: Goodwood – Goodwood
Distance: 50km
Elevation: 1,885ft
Date: 15th June 2024
Route: Goodwood – Goodwood
Distance: 50km
Elevation: 1,885ft
Setting off from Basecamp and heading through the historic town of Arundel you will witness the impressive Arundel Castle as you meander along the River Arun. As you head towards the finish you will journey across the South Downs Way, where you can expect challenging climbs amongst breath taking surroundings every step of the way, ending back at Glorious Goodwood.
Date: 16th June 2024
Route: Goodwood – Goodwood
Distance: 51.5km
Elevation: 2,663ft
Date: 16th June 2024
Route: Goodwood – Goodwood
Distance: 51.5km
Elevation: 2,663ft
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Organiser's description
Follow the path of Kings from ancient coast to sweeping ridges
Whether you are a first time Ultra runner or a hardened professional there is something to test everyone in this ultra accessible figure of 8 challenge. The hardest part might just be waving goodbye to your supporters at the festival camp.
Try an Ultra steeped in history and starting and finishing at the iconic Goodwood Racecourse. Explore two equal, but very different loops in the South of England with a variety of terrain and stunning landscapes that will challenge and inspire in equal measure!
Top 5 Reasons to Join Us for Race to the King
A route steeped in history: take the Monarch’s Way to the ancient coastal village of Bosham and on to the mighty Arundel Castle
Support fit for a King: race like royalty with pit stops packed with food and expert support throughout
A wide variety of trails: South Downs Ultra Marathon has two different loops taking in coastal trails and the South Downs National Park
A family festival like no other: Bring the family for a fun-filled day of entertainment as they cheer you on
Effortless logistics: The Figure of 8 loop makes the simplest possible format to tick off 100km
Whether you are a first time Ultra runner or a hardened professional there is something to test everyone in this ultra accessible figure of 8 challenge. The hardest part might just be waving goodbye to your supporters at the festival camp.
Try an Ultra steeped in history and starting and finishing at the iconic Goodwood Racecourse. Explore two equal, but very different loops in the South of England with a variety of terrain and stunning landscapes that will challenge and inspire in equal measure!
Top 5 Reasons to Join Us for Race to the King
A route steeped in history: take the Monarch’s Way to the ancient coastal village of Bosham and on to the mighty Arundel Castle
Support fit for a King: race like royalty with pit stops packed with food and expert support throughout
A wide variety of trails: South Downs Ultra Marathon has two different loops taking in coastal trails and the South Downs National Park
A family festival like no other: Bring the family for a fun-filled day of entertainment as they cheer you on
Effortless logistics: The Figure of 8 loop makes the simplest possible format to tick off 100km
Location
Chichester, West Sussex, West Dean, West Sussex
West Dean Gardens, West Dean, Chichester, West Sussex, UK
Race to the King
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Threshold Sports
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