Returning as the season opener, the Bath 50 Ultra Challenge invites walkers, joggers, and runners on 28 March 2026 to choose from a 50 km ultra, a 29 km half-length route, or a 10 km family-friendly loop through Bath's historic landmarks and countryside. The looped course features highlights like the Royal Crescent, the River Avon, and stretches along the Cotswold Way, with rest stops stocked with food, drinks, medical aid, and massage stations. The event includes optional categories like Ultra March® for walkers and Trailblazerz™ for competitive runners aiming for fast finishes and leaderboard rankings. Organized by Ultra Challenge®, the event delivers full logistical support—including basecamp amenities, GPS tracking, medics, and a celebratory finish line with medals, T-shirts, and bubbly.
Races
50 km
29 km
10 km
The 50 km Challenge, organized by Action Challenge Ltd, takes place on 28 March 2026, starting and finishing at Bath Racecourse, and features approximately 1,000 m of ascent across a panoramic loop passing historic and countryside highlights.
The 29 km Challenge, also hosted by Action Challenge Ltd, runs on 28 March 2026, from Bath Racecourse, offering around 650 m of elevation gain along a rewarding loop through Bath’s scenic trails.
The 10 km Challenge, presented by Action Challenge Ltd, is scheduled for 28 March 2026, beginning and ending at Bath Racecourse, featuring about 200 m of climbing on a shorter yet scenic route ideal for families and newcomers.
Weather based on historical averages.
FAQs
What is the Bath 50 km?
How long is the Bath 50 km?
Where does the Bath 50 km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Bath 50 km?
How can I prepare for the Bath 50 km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Bath 50 km?
The 50 km Challenge, organized by Action Challenge Ltd, takes place on 28 March 2026, starting and finishing at Bath Racecourse, and features approximately 1,000 m of ascent across a panoramic loop passing historic and countryside highlights.
The Bath 50 km is 50km long.
The Bath 50 km takes place in Bath, Somerset, UK.
The Bath 50 km elevation gain is 1000 meters, which Runna classifies as a Moderate race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Bath 50 km?
The 50 km Challenge, organized by Action Challenge Ltd, takes place on 28 March 2026, starting and finishing at Bath Racecourse, and features approximately 1,000 m of ascent across a panoramic loop passing historic and countryside highlights.
How long is the Bath 50 km?
The Bath 50 km is 50km long.
Where does the Bath 50 km take place?
The Bath 50 km takes place in Bath, Somerset, UK.
What is the elevation gain of the Bath 50 km?
The Bath 50 km elevation gain is 1000 meters, which Runna classifies as a Moderate race.
How can I prepare for the Bath 50 km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Bath 50 km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Bath 29 km?
How long is the Bath 29 km?
Where does the Bath 29 km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Bath 29 km?
How can I prepare for the Bath 29 km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Bath 29 km?
The 29 km Challenge, also hosted by Action Challenge Ltd, runs on 28 March 2026, from Bath Racecourse, offering around 650 m of elevation gain along a rewarding loop through Bath’s scenic trails.
The Bath 29 km is 29km long.
The Bath 29 km takes place in Bath, Somerset, UK.
The Bath 29 km elevation gain is 650 meters, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Bath 29 km?
The 29 km Challenge, also hosted by Action Challenge Ltd, runs on 28 March 2026, from Bath Racecourse, offering around 650 m of elevation gain along a rewarding loop through Bath’s scenic trails.
How long is the Bath 29 km?
The Bath 29 km is 29km long.
Where does the Bath 29 km take place?
The Bath 29 km takes place in Bath, Somerset, UK.
What is the elevation gain of the Bath 29 km?
The Bath 29 km elevation gain is 650 meters, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
How can I prepare for the Bath 29 km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Bath 29 km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Bath 10 km?
How long is the Bath 10 km?
Where does the Bath 10 km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Bath 10 km?
How can I prepare for the Bath 10 km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Bath 10 km?
The 10 km Challenge, presented by Action Challenge Ltd, is scheduled for 28 March 2026, beginning and ending at Bath Racecourse, featuring about 200 m of climbing on a shorter yet scenic route ideal for families and newcomers.
The Bath 10 km is 10km long.
The Bath 10 km takes place in Bath, Somerset, UK.
The Bath 10 km elevation gain is 200 meters, which Runna classifies as a Moderate race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Bath 10 km?
The 10 km Challenge, presented by Action Challenge Ltd, is scheduled for 28 March 2026, beginning and ending at Bath Racecourse, featuring about 200 m of climbing on a shorter yet scenic route ideal for families and newcomers.
How long is the Bath 10 km?
The Bath 10 km is 10km long.
Where does the Bath 10 km take place?
The Bath 10 km takes place in Bath, Somerset, UK.
What is the elevation gain of the Bath 10 km?
The Bath 10 km elevation gain is 200 meters, which Runna classifies as a Moderate race.
How can I prepare for the Bath 10 km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Bath 10 km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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