Welcome to Race to the Tower

A fully-supported, award-winning ultra marathon for runners and walkers to take on the stunning Cotswold Way

FIVE REASONS TO TAKE ON THE TOWER

1. The stunning landscape

We always choose iconic locations and it doesn’t get any more inspiring than the Cotswolds. The unbelievable views are guaranteed to take your breath away as you walk or run to Broadway Tower.

Explore the route

2. We offer the ultimate support

We’re famous for our incredible pit stops, manned by our super friendly event crew and medical staff. Each is laden with complimentary snacks, hot and cold drinks, and plenty of sports nutrition to help you complete the challenge.

What's included?

3. It’s a challenge for all fitness levels

Our fully-signed route will challenge experienced runners aiming to clock a fast time, through to those new to trail running and walking, wanting to complete their first double marathon across two days.

Is it for me?

4. Make it a weekend to remember

Our midway Basecamp – with its food, bars, hot showers and tents – offers the perfect setting to unwind, relax and recharge for the next day.

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5. The variety of packages

We have a variety of options for the public, charities and corporates. Whatever has inspired you to take part, we will have a package to suit your needs.

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DON’T JUST TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT…

"This was the most amazing weekend ever! I was definitely a different much stronger person after this race. It made me feel powerful and awesome."

- Emma Giddings
"One of the best things I have ever done. It made me feel alive and reaching Broadway Tower was my proudest moment!"

- Jennifer Frost
"Very well organised and supported event. Excellent communications throughout. Good trails in beautiful scenery, very well signed. Highly recommended if you feel like a challenge."

- Margaret Wilson
"... the atmosphere was electric, the pit stops were loaded with goodies and staffed by beautiful, helpful people, basecamp was well thought out, food, massages, hairdryers, clean showers ... the tower - spectacular, the finish - awesome!"

- Rachel Birch

TRAIL SERIES IN THE PRESS

Trail running is soaring in popularity and Race to the Tower is on Red Bull's top 9 best ultra marathons to try!

Ellen Scott from The Metro on her training for Race to the Tower.

Dixons Carphone Race to the Stones was voted the 'Best Ultra of 2019' by Women's Running Readers!

Andy Robertson takes a look at the tech to take on your first ultra.

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