A brand new Ultra Challenge for 2027 – heading into Scotland for the very first time! Join the inaugural edition of The Borders Ultra Challenge and head from England to Scotland on foot along stunning Northumbrian coastline and Scottish trails. Starting from the charming historic town of Berwick-Upon-Tweed, you’ll head north over the Scottish Border towards North Berwick on a 84km route combining two stunning marathons. Expect dramatic views and scenery unlike any other Ultra Challenge.
How to enter
There are 2 entry options for our The Borders Ultra Challenge.
Charity funding
Pay a small registration fee and commit to a fundraising target. BHF will cover the cost of your event. As BHF is an official Ultra Challenge series partner, we're able to offer Charity Funding places for just a £5 registration fee till 30 September 2026.
10m distance
- £15 registration fee
- £150 fundraising target
21km distance
- £30 registration fee
- £275 fundraising target
42km distance
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£40 registration fee
- £375 fundraising target
84km distance
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£50 registration fee
- £575 fundraising target
Self funding
As a Self Funder you'll pay the full cost of the event place. And you can fundraise however much you'd like.
10m distance
21km distance
42km distance
84km distance
To take part, you must raise the minimum sponsorship for your distance. We require half of your fundraising target 4 weeks before the challenge to secure your place.
Please note these events are organised by Ultra Challenge. Participants raising funds for British Heart Foundation will be joined by others, raising money for different charities. Find out more on the Ultra Challenge website.
