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Cotswold Way Challenge

The magical Cotswold Way provides a stunning setting for a testing challenge - with fantastic views en route and tough hills in between!

Trekkers participating in the Cotswold Way Challenge on a sunny day.

Event details

Date
21-22 June 2025

Location
Cirencester

Distance
10, 25, 50, 75 and 100 km distances available

Registration fees
Full 100 km is £37.50 (other options available)

Fundraising target
Full 100 km is £575 (other fundraising options available)

About this event

The basecamp in Cirencester is the hub for a 100 km looped route through the heart of the Cotswolds, which provides a stunning setting for 2,000 adventurers to test themselves.

There are rolling hills, villages, the magical Cotswold Way, footpaths and trails, with some fabulous views en route - and a few tough hills in between!

You'll get full support and hospitality, including optional university-style accommodation at the basecamp, and with half and quarter distance challenges also - there's a Cotswold Way Challenge for everyone.

As the RSPCA is an official partner of this event, you can sign up to support us and receive a 25% discount on the 'Full Sponsorship' registration fee.

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Training

Why take on the Cotswold Way?

  • Finisher medal and T-shirt
  • Snacks, drinks and hot food provided
  • Covered rest stops every 12.5 km
  • Fully signed route with medics and marshals

How we'll support you

We'll be there to help you every step of the way. If you join Team Animal you'll receive:

  • Team Animal trekking T-shirt made from recycled plastic bottles.
  • Dedicated fundraising support from our friendly events team.
  • Fundraising materials to help you reach your target.
  • Helpful training advice for your trek.
  • Facebook page to chat with your fellow trekkers.
  • Team Animal Strava group to share your training progress with fellow Team Animal trekkers.

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