The Pilgrims Reckoning
From Thunder Races - Where the adventure begins
- Date Sat 11th September 2027 - Sun 12th September 2027
- Time 18:00
- Location Bedford, Bedfordshire
- Price £186.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances Ultra
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Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at The Pilgrim's Reckoning, an exhilarating 81-mile ultramarathon taking place from Saturday, September 11th to Sunday, September 12th, 2027, in Bedford, Bedfordshire. Organized by Thunder Races - Where the adventure begins, this challenging event invites runners to traverse the historic Bunyan Way, a route inspired by John Bunyan, author of The Pilgrim’s Progress.
Participants will enjoy a rich tapestry of stunning landscapes, navigating through open countryside, picturesque farmland, serene woodland trails, and runnable road sections. This fully supported ultra guarantees a safe and enjoyable experience with clear course signs, six aid stations, and experienced medical support along the way. Runners will receive a unique finishers’ medal and t-shirt, as well as live trackers for the duration of the race. With a generous 24-hour time limit, The Pilgrim's Reckoning promises to be a rewarding journey of endurance and determination, perfect for both seasoned ultramarathoners and those looking to push their limits! Join us in Bedford for an adventure that celebrates the spirit of exploration and the thrill of achievement!
Participants will enjoy a rich tapestry of stunning landscapes, navigating through open countryside, picturesque farmland, serene woodland trails, and runnable road sections. This fully supported ultra guarantees a safe and enjoyable experience with clear course signs, six aid stations, and experienced medical support along the way. Runners will receive a unique finishers’ medal and t-shirt, as well as live trackers for the duration of the race. With a generous 24-hour time limit, The Pilgrim's Reckoning promises to be a rewarding journey of endurance and determination, perfect for both seasoned ultramarathoners and those looking to push their limits! Join us in Bedford for an adventure that celebrates the spirit of exploration and the thrill of achievement!
The Pilgrims Reckoning
Sat 11th September 2027 - Sun 12th September 2027
Organiser's Description
The Pilgrim’s Reckoning is an 81-mile ultramarathon along the historic Bunyan Way, running through Bedfordshire. It’s a demanding but rewarding journey that tests endurance, patience and determination.
Inspired by John Bunyan, author of The Pilgrim’s Progress, the course follows the route he travelled linking towns, villages, farmland and ancient trackways. Runners will experience a varied but accessible mix of open countryside, rolling farmland, woodland trails, road sections and long, highly runnable stretches.
This is a fully supported Thunder Races ultra, with clear course signs, experienced staff and a focus on getting runners safely and confidently to the finish.
Key details-
Start/finish in Bedford
81 miles | Circular course
6 aid stations
Medical support on route
Finishers’ medal and t-shirt
Live trackers
Fully waymarked using official Bunyan Way markers
Time limit: 24 hours
Inspired by John Bunyan, author of The Pilgrim’s Progress, the course follows the route he travelled linking towns, villages, farmland and ancient trackways. Runners will experience a varied but accessible mix of open countryside, rolling farmland, woodland trails, road sections and long, highly runnable stretches.
This is a fully supported Thunder Races ultra, with clear course signs, experienced staff and a focus on getting runners safely and confidently to the finish.
Key details-
Start/finish in Bedford
81 miles | Circular course
6 aid stations
Medical support on route
Finishers’ medal and t-shirt
Live trackers
Fully waymarked using official Bunyan Way markers
Time limit: 24 hours
Races
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Pilgrim's Reckoning 81 Mile Ultra
Sat 11th September 2027 (00:00)
£186.00
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MK41 7FZ, Bedford, United Kingdom
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