Race to the Stones

From Threshold Sports

5.0 · 2 reviews

Saturday 16th July 2016 Past event

Watlington

1 race

Ultra

Event summary

Join us for the exhilarating Race to the Stones on Saturday, July 16, 2016, hosted by Threshold Sports in the picturesque Watlington, Oxfordshire. This fully supported 100km challenge offers participants the unique opportunity to traverse the iconic Ridgeway, known as Britain's oldest road. Whether you choose to run or walk, tackle the distance in one go or enjoy an overnight stay at our base camp, this event promises to be an unforgettable journey filled with breathtaking scenery and rich history.

As you journey from the Chilterns to the stunning 5,000-year-old stone circle at Avebury, you will not only push your limits but also immerse yourself in the beauty of the British landscape. The Race to the Stones is more than just a race; it's a celebration of endurance, teamwork, and the incredible spirit of adventure. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this amazing experience – it’s a true achievement that will stay with you for a lifetime!

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Reviews

5.0

2 reviews

Frank wheeler

Reviewing the 2023 edition · 3 years ago

It was my first 100k at race to the stones and I must say it was fantastic and a must for the ultra runner or walker. Weather was very mixed and loved the rain and mud and the challenge of it all. Lots of lovely runners and walkers to meet was a treat 👌

Tobias Mews

Reviewing the 2020 edition · 6 years ago

Perhaps the best beginner friendly ultra in the UK. I'm proud to say that I did the first edition of the Race to the Stones - back in 2013. It was the furthest I'd ever run in one go and most time on my feet.

If you've never run along the Ridgeway before, you'll know it's beautiful. It's amazing to think that it's so close to London, so green and peaceful is the route and its surroundings.

It didn't help that it was ridiculously hot (it was the year that SAS soldiers were dropping with heat exhaustion whilst on exercise), so we all suffered a little. But the standout feature of the race was the quality of the staff. The guys at Threshold Sports know how to put on a good event.

Atmosphere, quality of the aid stations, the medal, the staff, the route - it's all five stars!

If you're hesitating. Don't. It's simply a fabulous experience and what better way to pop your ultra cherry, than being looked after by Threshold Sports.

Coming 2nd in the race - that was just a bonus!!

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Organiser's description

Race to the Stones is a fully supported 100km challenge along the iconic Ridgeway. Whether you run it or walk it, complete it in one go or stay overnight in our base camp, the event is guaranteed to be the challenge of a lifetime. The Ridgeway, described as Britain’s oldest road, runs from the Chilterns in Oxfordshire to the North Wessex Downs. From the starting line to the finish next to the 5,000-year-old stone circle at Avebury, you will experience some of the UK’s most breath-taking scenery, millennia of history, teamwork and determination. Race to the Stones is a celebration of all that makes Britain great. To complete this event is a true achievement - a beautiful trek back in time.

Location

Lewknor, Watlington, Oxfordshire

Field Farm Bungalow, Shirburn Rd, Lewknor, Watlington OX49 5RR, UK

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Threshold Sports

We believe More Is In You. Our purpose is to help people realise their potential through world-class events. We create and deliver breathtaking challenges for the public, corporate and charity sector. Whether it’s walking 5km, cycling the length of the UK or summiting Kilimanjaro – we’re all about discovering where More Is In You. Our events have the power to make a difference, with measurable impact on employee engagement and health and wellbeing. Providing this platform and raising millions for charity makes it the best job in the world.

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