Experience the Chilterns in their dramatic autumn guise at the Chiltern Ridge Winter 50K on Saturday, October 31, 2026, a classic ultra that masterfully blends the historic Ridgeway National Trail with the intricate woodland paths of the Chiltern Way. This scenic single-loop 50km journey starts and finishes in Berkhamsted, guiding you through the stunning Ashridge Estate and along high ridgelines offering expansive views, before diving into enchanting, frost-kissed woodlands on the return leg. As a UTMB World Series Index Race, it attracts a dedicated field while maintaining a welcoming atmosphere, with fully marked routes, four well-stocked aid stations featuring Precision Fuel & Hydration, and a generous 9-hour cutoff that encourages both seasoned ultra runners and ambitious first-timers. Organized with meticulous care by Runaway Racing, the event prioritizes runner safety and experience with mandatory kit checks, live tracking, and a supportive crew that epitomizes the best of the UK trail community. The crisp late-October conditions add a thrilling edge, transforming the trails into a vibrant tapestry of autumn colours and making every climb and descent a memorable challenge. Secure your discounted entry among the first 25 for a Halloween weekend adventure where the real treat is conquering one of Southern England's most beautiful and well-crafted ultra routes.
Races Offered
50K trail
Oct 31, 2026
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Distance —
50K
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08:30
Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Dacorum.
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8.7° / 14.6°
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5.5° / 11.8°
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Avg sunshine hours
5h 39m
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Avg rainfall
2.8 mm
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Avg snowfall
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Avg wind speed
14.7 km/h (Gentle breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
Low
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Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
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Max UV Index
Low (2.8)
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Humidity
85.8%
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Sunrise
07:28
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Sunset
18:06
About Dacorum
Learn more about the host city, Dacorum.
Dacorum is a local government district with borough status in Hertfordshire, England. The council is based in Hemel Hempstead. The borough also includes the towns of Berkhamsted and Tring and surrounding villages. The borough had a population of 155,081 in 2021. Dacorum was created in 1974 and is named after the medieval "hundred" of Dacorum, which had covered a similar area. The borough of Dacorum is the westernmost of Hertfordshire's ten districts. It borders St Albans, Three Rivers, Buckinghamshire and Central Bedfordshire.