Trail Running

Cheddar Gorge Challenge

Trail Running covering 1 km to 42 km in Cheddar (England, United Kingdom)

LocationCheddar, England, United KingdomShow on map(51.2754° N, 2.7766° W)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +858 m

Cheddar Gorge Challenge is an endurance sporting event in Cheddar, England, GB focused on Trail Running. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Festive, Kids & Youth Races.

The race program comprises 9 competitions, including Trail 42 km (42 km, +858 m D+), Gold Omnium (22.15 km, +576 m D+), Trail 21 km (21 km, +495 m D+), Silver Omnium (11.15 km, +290 m D+), Trail 10 km (10 km, +242 m D+), and Bronze Omnium (7.15 km, +186 m D+) (9 competitions in total). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (relishrunningraces.com).

Official website
Cheddar Gorge Challenge in Cheddar (Work: "Buttermere Fell and High Crag", Photo: Anthony Parkes, License: CC BY-SA 2.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Buttermere Fell and High Crag" · Photo: Anthony Parkes · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 2.0
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Event characteristics

Nature & Off-RoadFestiveKids & Youth Races

Races & distances (9)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 42 kmTrail Running42 km+858 m170 m - 323 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Gold OmniumTrail Running22.15 km+576 m174 m - 416 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 21 kmTrail Running21 km+495 m166 m - 323 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Silver OmniumTrail Running11.15 km+290 m180 m - 302 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 10 kmTrail Running10 km+242 m167 m - 259 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Bronze OmniumTrail Running7.15 km+186 m171 m - 249 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 6 kmTrail Running6 km+206 m171 m - 259 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 3 kmTrail Running3 km+78 m177 m - 210 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 1 kmTrail Running1 km+26 m180 m - 191 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
42 km
Elevation gain
+858 m D+
Elevation loss
-858 m D-
Altitude range
170 m - 323 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
4.1 % / 23.1 %
Course format
Loop course
42 km+858 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS51.2921° N, 2.7166° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 170 m to 323 m above sea level (+858 m D+, -858 m D-)

Peak: 323 m·at 37.3 km·Ø 4.1 %
170 m221 m272 m323 m0 km8.4 km16.8 km25.2 km33.6 km42 km323 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Cheddar Gorge Challenge take place?

Cheddar Gorge Challenge takes place in Cheddar, England, GB (start area at coordinates 51.2754° N, 2.7766° W). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Cheddar Gorge Challenge?

The race program comprises 9 competitions, including Trail 42 km (42 km, +858 m D+), Gold Omnium (22.15 km, +576 m D+), Trail 21 km (21 km, +495 m D+), Silver Omnium (11.15 km, +290 m D+), Trail 10 km (10 km, +242 m D+), and Bronze Omnium (7.15 km, +186 m D+) (9 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Cheddar Gorge Challenge?

The main competition (Trail 42 km over 42 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +858 m of elevation gain and -858 m of elevation loss, ranging between 170 m and 323 m above sea level. An interactive course map with a verified 3D GPS track, kilometer markers, and GPX download is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Cheddar Gorge Challenge?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (relishrunningraces.com).