We’re thrilled to announce a new home for Race to the King in 2024. Moving just around the corner from Goodwood Racecourse, the historic West Dean Gardens will host our legendary basecamp and offer a new, stunning backdrop for the ultra marathon start and finish. Nestled at the foot of the South Downs, West Dean Gardens are one of the greatest restored gardens open to the public today. Our Race to the King basecamp will be set in the heart of the grounds, giving participants a spectacular backdrop of the Jacobean West Dean House. The stunning natural beauty of West Dean includes the amazing re ..read more

Already signed up to one of our events? Got a friend you’d love to join you? Refer them today! They’ll get £10 off the entry price, and you’ll receive a £10 rebate direct from us. To refer a friend, head to your Active registration page and complete the following simple steps: Scroll down to your Event Registration Copy the link under registration, next to text that states Refer your friends (see image below) Simply share the link with your friend and they’ll be taken to a registration page with a £10 discount. Once they’re signed up, you’ll receive your rebate on or before January 31st 202 ..read more

We are always looking to create sustainable events as part of our commitment to opening up Ultras for All. Seeing so many people running, walking and jogging through the beautiful landscapes of Sussex on King last year was fantastic. It was also particularly rewarding to see women making up 47% of the field when they are traditionally under-represented on event start-lines. After every event we review key costs, venues, sponsorships and demand for all the packages we offer. Race to the King 2023 saw a real surge in 100km non-stop and 50km demand, but a marked drop in the 2-day packag ..read more

Discover the 2023 Race to the Stones Time Chasers The 2023 edition of Race to the Stones is only days away.  This year marks the races 10th anniversary, and with that we are looking forward to welcoming 1,400 ‘Non-Stoppers’ who will be taking on the 100km distance in one go.  Come 06:30 on Saturday the race will be on to reach the Avebury Stone Circle and below is a little preview of the likely candidates for podium finishes in both the women’s and men’s races. Click through to view the Threshold Trail Series course records.   Race to the Stones: Females Sophie Carter Sophie is ..read more

Preparing for an ultra-marathon takes months of dedicated training, and one important component of that training is tapering. Tapering is the process of reducing your training load and intensity in the weeks leading up to the race, allowing your body to rest and recover before the big day. In this blog, we’ll explore the importance of tapering before an ultra-marathon and how it can help you perform at your best. The Importance of Tapering: Reduce Fatigue and Overtraining Training for an ultra-marathon can be physically and mentally exhausting, and tapering allows your body to recover from the ..read more

Threshold x Manor Whether you’re joining us out on the trails this summer and looking for that extra edge or enjoying the social runs and wanting to learn more about Ultras, check out this MANOR strength workshop! Designed to build your confidence and stamina, you’ll leave the session feeling stronger and fitter ready to take on your runs… Strength Workshop Details: Date: 20th May 2023 Workshop: 1pm Arrive: 12:45pm Where: Manor (MCP), 84 Gillingham St, Victoria, London, SW1V 1PX Price: Free Sign up here!   We hope to see you at Manor!… View images from our previous pop-ups here.&nbs ..read more

In 2016 Tom Crossland, Track Mafia coach and avid trail runner, took to the famous Ridgeway in the Race to the Stones. Tom takes us through the benefits of track training and how it helped him on his journey to the Stones, in training and on course. Trail Running As a natural trail runner, you can find me most days meandering through the trails of Richmond Park and Wimbledon common. Two of the most beautiful places to both run and recover, depending on what my training demands. As a coach for Track Mafia, I often use the trails of the Park to piece together the workouts we give to our runners ..read more

Incorporating yoga into your training routine when preparing for an ultra marathon can offer numerous benefits, including improved flexibility, strength, balance, mindfulness, injury prevention, and recovery – here’s why: Flexibility: Long distance running can lead to tightness in muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Yoga can help improve flexibility by stretching these areas, helping to prevent injuries and improve overall performance. Increased flexibility can also enhance your range of motion, allowing for a more efficient running stride. Strength: Yoga poses often require engaging various musc ..read more

Ultramarathons are some of the toughest challenges that runners can attempt.  We have put together an ultramarathon training guide to help you get there! Whether you want to progress your running towards completing a first ultramarathon, or you’re a regular, here’s everything you need to know. Get the most out of the months of training ahead! There are a host of factors that will all tie together; from improving your training to nailing your recovery. If you can master the following items, you’ll be moving in the right direction further than you thought possible! Speed work Ultimately to ..read more

Introducing our staff review of the best ultra marathon trainers for running, hiking or walking the trails. We believe ultras are for all and every year we provide up-to-date kit lists to support your training. So whether you’re hiking the coast line of Race to the King or racing down the oldest footpath in the U.K on Race to the Stones we have you covered. Best for overall trail running TERREX SPEED FLOW TRAIL RUNNING SHOES The TERREX Speed Flow Trail Running Shoes are a great option for runners looking for a shoe that can handle a variety of terrains. These shoes offer a range of features t ..read more