Date: 13th –14th June 2026
Location: Cotswolds
Entry fee: Varies depending on the distance you choose
Sponsorship: Flexible options depending on the type of charity place selected
Event organiser: Ultra Challenge https://www.ultrachallenge.com/
Take on the Cotswold Way Ultra Challenge for Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust
The Cotswold Way Challenge is a warm, friendly and uplifting adventure through one of the most picturesque parts of the UK. Starting at the Cirencester basecamp, the 100km loop winds through rolling hills, pretty villages and wide-open countryside — a truly beautiful setting to challenge yourself and make memories.
You can walk, jog or run your choice of 100km, 50km, 25km or 10km. Along the way you’ll have rest stops, food, drink, optional accommodation and a dedicated event team cheering you on.
From your first step to your final push back to basecamp, you’ll be surrounded by a team of adventurers who all want to do something positive. And by fundraising for the Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust, you’ll be helping us support families when they need it most.
https://www.ultrachallenge.com/cotswold-way/listed-charity/
How Charity Places Work
There are three simple ways to join an Ultra Challenge and support the Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust. Each option is designed to suit different budgets and fundraising styles, so you can choose the one that feels right for you.
Full Sponsorship (Charity Place)
This is the most affordable way to take part. You pay a small registration fee, and then commit to reaching a minimum fundraising target, with at least 50% raised three weeks before the event. Your charity covers the cost of your place, and you get all the support you need to hit your goal.
For example, on a 100km challenge you might pay £50 to register with a £575 fundraising pledge. It’s a brilliant option if you want to take part without a big upfront cost while making a meaningful impact.
Mixed Funding
Mixed Funding keeps the registration fee lower than self-funding, while offering a reduced fundraising target. You pay around half the event fee yourself, and commit to raising the rest, with 50% due three weeks before event day.
A typical 100km place might be £110 to register with a £330 fundraising target. This option is ideal if you’d like to contribute personally but still want your challenge to make a real difference for local families.
Own Place Fundraising
If you prefer complete flexibility, you can pay the full cost of your event place and fundraise whatever you can, with no targets and no deadlines.
A self-funded 100km place is usually around £199, and you’re free to raise any amount you choose. This is a lovely option for people who simply want to take on the challenge for personal reasons while still supporting a cause they care about.
No matter which option you choose, you’ll receive friendly guidance, encouragement and resources from our team to help you enjoy your challenge and feel confident in your fundraising.
What you can expect from us
When you take on a challenge for the Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust, you become part of our Ladybird Challenger community — a warm, encouraging group of people who care about making a difference.
From the moment you sign up, you’ll receive a free charity t-shirt, a helpful fundraising pack and friendly support from our team whenever you need it. We’ll check in regularly, share ideas and cheer you on so you always feel confident, motivated and never alone on your journey.
We’re here to make your experience positive, purposeful and fully supported — and we can’t wait to be part of it with you.
