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The Ultra Challenge Series gives you over 20 incredible UK locations to tackle each year, from the dramatic cliffs of the Jurassic Coast to the rugged Scottish Borders. With loads of choice on your distance and whether you want to walk, jog or run, there’s something for everyone.

As a Series Partner, we’re BIG fans of the Ultra Challenge Series because not only are they the UK’s No.1 Series of treks and trail challenges but you also get 50% off your registration fee with a charity sponsorship place.

Sounds good? Here’s how to get involved

Joining the team takes 3 quick steps:

People hiking across a grassy hill under a bright, cloudy sky with sweeping views of the countryside and coast in the background

Pick your event & distance

Browse the series calendar and find a scenic route and date that suits you. Choose how far you want to push yourself - from a 10km all the way up to an epic 100km.

Choose your registration type

There are 2 options to choose from when you sign up for CALM:

Charity Sponsorship: Pay a small registration fee and commit to raising a set target for CALM.
Self-Funding: Pay the full entry fee upfront and raise whatever you can, hassle-free.

Your pace, your way

Decide whether you want to walk, jog or run and then customise your weekend with bookable extras such as camping packages.

Choose your event and sign up

What you get

You’ll have our full support from day one with a CALM technical top, training guides and fundraising support. On the day, Ultra Challenge provides:

Fully marked routes with marshals on course.
Regular rest stops with free hot meals, food, and drinks.
Exceptional medical and welfare coverage, plus a free massage!
A finish line celebration and medal.

You don’t need to be an ultra athlete to sign up! Join with your mates, turn the weekend into a staycation or go all out with a 100km run. Whatever you choose, you’re a life-saver.

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Event Accessibility

While each challenge covers different terrain and landscapes, you can typically expect steep climbs and descents, the necessity to cross stiles, and uneven pathways subject to weather effects such as mud and dust. Those with sight lost can participate with a guide. Anyone with accessibility concerns or questions should contact Ultra Challenge to discuss their requirements.

"The event was organized through the Ultra Challenge team, who were simply amazing."
"CALM is one of their principal partners, making it incredibly easy to get involved."
"The on-site and course support was first-class, covering everything from marshals and catering to medical teams and entertainment."

Got a question?

Check out our FAQS or head to the Ultra Challenge website. If you can’t find an answer there, head to the Ultra Challenge website or get in touch, and we’ll be happy to help.

Registration FAQS

To cancel your place, please contact Ultra Challenge. You can review their cancellation policy and complete the cancellation form here.

Please also email us at challenge@thecalmzone.net to let us know.

If you can no longer take part, you can transfer your place to a future challenge. Contact Ultra Challenge here.

Please also email us at challenge@thecalmzone.net once you have deferred your place.

Yes, changes can be made up to 2 days before a challenge. You can submit a request with Ultra Challenge here.

The 50% discount is only available for those signing up for the charity sponsorship option and is automatically applied at checkout.

Fundraising

Your registration confirmation email from Ultra Challenge will contain a link to set up your JustGiving page for your chosen event. All you need to do is follow the link and set up your page for CALM. If you haven’t received a link, let us know and we can send it over to you.

If you prefer to use other fundraising platforms like Givestar or GoFundMe just email us a link to your page.

Your fundraising target will depend on your chosen distance and registration type. Each event page will let you know what your fundraising target is.

CALM must receive at least 50% of your fundraising target 3 weeks before the challenge to approve your place. This is so CALM can make sure we can pay for your place but also make sure your hard-earned fundraising goes towards our life-saving services. Please do get in touch with us as soon as you can if you are worried about reaching your fundraising target.

If you have self-funded the challenge, there is no fundraising target.

If you signed up with a charity sponsorship place CALM helps to cover the cost. If we do not receive at least 50% of your fundraising target 3 weeks before your event, we will not be able to approve your place, meaning you will no longer be able to take part in the event.

Before cancelling your place, CALM will attempt to get in touch with you to discuss fundraising and provide support. We do not expect you to donate your own money, but will provide tips and support to help boost your total before the deadline approaches.

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