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Sunday 26th January 2025 – Otherwise known as the “brutal” one!

Thank you to all our fantastic volunteers who made the day – we can’t do it without you. And well done to each and every one of the competitors who took part, you deserve a medal 😉

Traditionally the Hereward Relay and Ultra takes place on the 4th Sunday of November each year. So the next event will be held on Sunday 23rd November 2025 (assuming all permissions are granted and that the venues are available).

The Hereward Relay was first run in 1998 when 14 teams took part and has since grown with as many as 117 teams taking part in 2018! The race starts in Peterborough and follows (as far as possible) the Hereward Way for over 39 miles to Ely crossing over bridleways, fields, bridges and tracks and is therefore unsuitable for wheelchair users. Relay teams consist of four members who each run one stage. Those feeling more ambitious or looking for a tougher challenge can take on the ultra and run all 39 miles solo to become a local legend.

For 2024 the Ultra Race will start at 8.30am followed by the Relay at 9am. All Ultra entries and Stage 1 runners must register before the start. Registration opens at 8.00am.

Hereward Relay Entry Form

Hereward Ultra Entry Form

Stage 1: Peterborough to Whittlesey
Stage 1: Map
Stage 1: Start of route in more detail

Stage 2: Whittlesey to March
Stage 2: Map
Stage 2: De-tour

Stage 3: March to Welney
Stage 3: Map
Stage 3: End of route in more detail

Stage 4: Welney to Ely
Stage 4: Map

Any data and runner information (name, date of birth etc.) that is collected is only used to calculate and publish results.