The Maverick North Downs Trail 2027
Saturday 19 June 2027 | Cranleigh Showground
Embark on an unforgettable trail running journey through the heart of Surrey, where ancient forests and rolling fields set the stage for five incredible routes. From the crunch of leaves in Winterfold and Hurtwood Forest to the breathtaking views atop Pitch Hill, this event offers a perfect blend of scenic splendour and punchy hills. Whether you are tackling the grueling 50k Ultra that traverses Leith Hill and the North Downs Way, or enjoying the accessible 6km Short route, you will experience an exhilarating adventure suitable for all levels.
Participants will receive a premium race experience featuring a fully marked course, Precision Fuel & Hydration outposts, and online results. To ensure your day is stress-free and rewarding, we provide free parking, a bag drop, event photography, and a metal finishers medal. After crossing the line, celebrate at the buzzing event village with food and drink, including a complimentary non-alcoholic beer.
Join us for a day where unmatched views meet challenging adventure on the undulating trails of the North Downs.
ROUTES
50k Ultra: 53 km
Marathon: 43 km
Half Marathon: 23 km
Middle: 12 km
Short: 5 km
See Route Info
DETAILS
Registration
Ultra: 06:00 - 07:00
Marathon: 06:45 - 07:30
Half Marathon: 07:00 - 08:00
Middle & Short: 07:45 - 08:30
Start Times
Ultra: 07:00
Marathon: 07:30
Half Marathon: 08:00
Middle & Short: 08:30
DIFFICULTY
Undulating forest trails, suitable for all levels of trail runner with a few punchy hills for good measure
About our ratings
Entry Price
Enter any 3 races from any series, or 3 entries into this event, and get 20% off
50k Ultra
Distance: 53 km
Elevation: +1398m- $122.38/pp
Marathon
Distance: 43 kmElevation: +1113 m- $108.63/pp
Half Marathon
Distance: 23 kmElevation: +598 m- $67.38/pp
Middle
Distance: 12 kmElevation: +332 m- $53.63/pp
Short
Distance: 5 kmElevation: +83 m- $39.88/pp
Online entry closes on Wednesday, 16th June at 11:00am.
Due to the likely hot weather at this time of year, no dogs will be allowed to take part in this event.
The Routes
Choose your route carefully. The distance and elevation gain should give you some indication as to how easy/hard each route is, as well as showing you where the tougher climbs are.
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What you get
More Information
As a guide you should always:
• Follow the on course signage
• Listen to on course marshals
• Take care when crossing roads
• Be considerate to others
• Please close all gates, DO NOT litter!
CUT OFF POINTS & TIMES
These are in place for your safety and apply to the 50k Ultra & Marathon.
There is no flexibility on cut off times. If you arrive at the outpost after the cut off time, you will be taken back to the finish venue, this is a non-negotiable. You must leave the outpost before the cut off time.Your safety is our priority.
The below times allow you 8hr30 hours to complete the Ultra route & 8 hrs to complete the Marathon route.
50k Ultra Route Cutoff Times:
Start: Cranleigh Showground (0km), 08:00
OP1: Peaslake Village Hall - with toilet (12km), 10:00
OP2: Base of Leith Hill (19km), 11:05
OP3: Ranmore Common East (32.5km), 13:20
OP4: Base of Leith Hill (43km), 15:00
Finish: Cranleigh Showground (52km), 16:30
Marathon Route Cutoff Times:
Start: Cranleigh Showground (0km), 08:30
OP1: Peaslake Village Hall - with toilet (12km), 10:30
OP2: Base of Leith Hill (19km), 11:35
OP4: Base of Leith Hill (33.5km), 15:00
Finish: Cranleigh Showground (43km), 16:30
OUTPOSTS
There will be no outpost on the Short or Middle route. There will be 1 outpost on the Half Marathon route (with toilet), at approximately 12km. There will be 3 outposts on the Marathon route, at approximately 12km (with toilet), 19km & 33.5km. The 50k Ultra route will have 4 Outposts, please see above for the distances of each. The outposts are designed to act as a top up for what you are already carrying. There will be a range of sweet & savoury snacks (fruit, cake, crisps) as well as gels and electrolyte drinks.
PLASTIC FREE
In an effort to keep our trails clean and preserve the nature around us, we’re aiming to keep our outposts cup-free. Please bring a cup or bottle to refill. Speed Cups are available to purchase at each event and online.
HEADPHONES
We strongly recommend not wearing headphones at this event, but if you do want to listen to your tunes whilst on the trials, we recommend bone conduction headphones.
TRANSFERS
If you need to transfer out from this event, you can do this via your Let's Do This account. You can't transfer if the event has sold out. The last day to transfer out of an event is the Monday before event day (5 days before the event). Please refer to our Terms & Conditions to read more about Transfers.
Essential Items
PLEASE PACK:
We strongly recommend that ALL runners, regardless of route, carry at least 1 litre of water, a raincoat, a foil blanket & a mobile phone.
These items are mandatory for the 50k Ultra and Marathon race
Waterproof jacket
Mobile phone (in case of emergency)
800 Calories (equivalent of 2 bars and 2 gels)
Minimum of 1 litre of water
Foil blanket
Whistle
Self-adhering elastic bandage
Cap or buff
A reusable cup
GPX of the route on watch or phone (IOS / Android)
Getting to the Race
By Car
Free parking is available at the venue.
Free parking is available at the venue.
By Train
Nearest Train Station: Chilworth (18 mins drive from start venue) Or Shalford (30min public bus from start venue)
Southern Railway: London Waterloo - Chilworth or Shalford (via Guildford)
Journey Time: Approx 1hr 15min
Nearest Train Station: Chilworth (18 mins drive from start venue) Or Shalford (30min public bus from start venue)
Southern Railway: London Waterloo - Chilworth or Shalford (via Guildford)
Journey Time: Approx 1hr 15min
By Taxi
Cranleigh Taxis
01483 277223
Cranleigh Taxis
01483 277223
