Date: Sat 20th Jun 2026
Write your own piece of history in the heart of the South Downs as you chase the King 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 ultramarathon challenge.
You will be treated like royalty on your journey with fully stocked pitstops, laden with food and drinks, and tireless support from the events crew and medics. This is a challenge for all, inclusive of all ages, experience, and fitness levels. Whether you’re a seasoned runner, patient plodder or weekend walker – you can take on 100km in one go, the new 80km distance, 50km castle or coastal route, or the shorter 30km distance.
Distances, entry fees and minimum sponsorship:
- 100km distance: £45 registration, £550 minimum sponsorship
- 80km distance: £40 registration, £450 minimum sponsorship
- 50km Castle route: £35 registration, £350 minimum sponsorship
- 50km Coastal route: £35 registration, £350 minimum sponsorship
- 30km Monarch’s loop: £30 registration, £350 minimum sponsorship
What's included?
- Mental Health Foundation running top and personalised support from our events team
- Training program tailored to all levels
- Fully signposted trails for navigation in day & night conditions
- Routes through heritage sites, AONBs and along National Trails
- Fully stocked pit stops including cereal bars, chocolate, sweets, fresh fruit, crisps, sandwiches and more
- Hot meals, showers, drinks and sports nutrition
- Qualified medical personnel at all pit-stops & medical clinics at basecamp & finish points
- Finisher’s medal
- Individual chip timing throughout the event
I already have my own place, can I run for you?
Yes! If you have your own place in the race and would like to run for us, then we would love to welcome you to the team. Please drop us an email with your running vest size and be sure to send us a link to your JustGiving page too!
To discuss the Race to the King challenge or any of our events in more detail please contact our Events Team on 020 7803 1123 or by events@mentalhealth.org.uk .