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London Edinburgh London

Chelmsford, Essex, UK · 2026: July TBD

VERDICT Ultimate UK ultra-randonnée: 950 miles self-supported to Edinburgh and back.

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The Ratings

Course verdict

London Edinburgh London is a 1530km self-supported paved-road randonnée from Writtle near Chelmsford to Edinburgh and back within 128 hours.[1]

Course Profile ratings for this race. Select a point for its explanation. LOGISTICS4/5LENGTH5/5TECHNICAL1/5ELEVATION4/5CLIMATE3/5ALTITUDE1/5ADVENTURE5/5 23/35
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Course Overview

950 mi
Distance
36,000 ft
Elevation
Chelmsford, Essex, UK
Location
July TBD, 2026
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Durability
10
Climbing
10
VO2 Power
7
Threshold
5
Technical
2
Heat
0
Altitude
2
Race Specificity
10
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August timing brings mild UK summer weather but risks wind, rain, and cooler nights on exposed plains to Edinburgh. Headwinds on the return from Scotland amplify fatigue over 950 miles. Riders must prepare for variable conditions across England and Scottish borders.[1]

Registration opens via ballot in January 2029 for the 2029 edition, with 2,500 entries available before selling out. Start at Writtle University College near Chelmsford offers camping for £149 and 280 rooms for the full event duration. Controls in Boston, Malton, Richmond, Hawick, and Edinburgh provide food, rest, showers, and mechanical support.[1]

Self-supported 1530km trek links London, Edinburgh, and back via windswept plains, landmark bridges, and verdant lanes. Quadrennial event tests initiative with controls in remote towns like Richmond and Hawick. Non-competitive randonnée format heightens the exploratory spirit across Britain's backroads.[1]

UK's premier ultra-distance audax, held every four years as British counterpart to Paris-Brest-Paris. Validated by Les Randonneurs Mondiaux, drawing 2200 starters globally. Finishers earn medals and alphabetical listing for completing 950 miles in time.[1]

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Sources & Citations

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  1. Official Official Websitelondonedinburghlondon.com/