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2 24-25 May 2014 The London 2 Brighton Challenge is now one of the UK s greatest endurance events. Most will walk the 100km; some will jog it, and many will run it as an ultra-marathon. However you take it on, it s a test of determination and stamina. It s real, no gimmicks, no contrived obstacles, and is achievable. It could be the most rewarding experience of your life! walk it. jog it. run it. your challenge. your way. Richmond, West London, Saturday morning 24 May Crowds of challengers and supporters enjoy the tented village facilities the music is loud, the warm ups are hot, and excitement levels are high! Groups set off eagerly in batches of 100 on to the river path - runners striding out early to benefit from a quiet course and hopefully a fast time. There s 100km of paths, trails, and roads to get to the Brighton Race Course finish 2/3 rds off road with some great food, rest stops and support en route. You ll encounter some fantastic scenery, make new friends, discover resolve and spirit you didn t know you had, and maybe even shed a tear at the end of your epic journey. One of the UK s top Ultra- Marathon events BRAND NEW FOR You can now take on the 1st 56KM Half-Way challenge - daylight route!! Such an amazing experience - first time I have done anything like this and from start to finish the team were so fantastic. I was overcome with emotion with the welcome we received at the finish. Each participant was made to feel special! For first time walkers - be supported all the way... Jenny, first time endurance walker - London to Brighton

3 Getting There... WHAT TO EXPECT... It s no ordinary challenge event - it sets new standards of support and hospitality - and is why nearly 80% of the 1,800 who took part in 2013 crossed the finish line - most of whom were new to any form of ultra event ing. Participant web site area kit lists / training plans / merchandise / Facebook group Support from your chosen charity to help with fundraising. Over 300 charities are involved. Training days optional daytime and night time walks meet fellow challengers. Pre event camp and pasta party available for challengers. FREE branded neck buff! Tented village start in Richmond, SW London supporters welcome. Celebrity warm ups! Choose your start time. Runners are off from 5.00 am walkers from 7.00 am onwards. 3 Major food and rest stops at 25, 56, 80 km. 5 check points / snack stops in between FREE hot food / drinks at 56, 80, 100 km. FREE snacks / drinks at all check points A fully signed route pink arrows + glow sticks. Route maps and GPX files. Pace walkers, medics, doctors, masseuses, and vehicles to support you all the way. A fantastic finish at Brighton Race Course. The more supporters the better! A finishes commemorative medal, T shirt and glass of fizz as you cross the line Shuttle busses to Brighton Station & plenty of parking at the Race Course Discounts off Registration Feeds for other Action Challenge events. AN AMAZING SENSE OF ACHIEVEMENT - A WEEKEND THAT YOU LL NEVER FORGET! Our Rest Stops The route is divided into 4 stages with major food and rest stops at 25, 56 and 80km, and then broken down with mid-check points every 12.5km - with full supplies of snacks, drinks and a chance for you to recuperate with medics, doctors, massage and support staff. We welcome your friends and family to meet you along at certain points too to give you that added support!

4 HOW TO JOIN... Walk, jog or run it! Thousands will take on the 2014 challenge; the majority, the first timers, taking on the longest walk of their life at their own pace; the hardened walkers & joggers aiming to finish in under 24 hours; those stepping up from their normal marathon aiming for a new goal, and seasoned ultra runners seeking a personal best. Runners will set out on the course first, with joggers then walkers following in pursuit. The challenge is down to you to set - and however you get there we will be with you all the way. Teams & Individuals If you tackle the challenge as a walk, you ll be amongst many others who start out on their own; many seasoned runners also prefer the solo option. As an individual our team supports you all the way. The London 2 Brighton Challenge is perfect for teams of friends, family, colleagues with special deals for corporate groups; supporting each other, training together beforehand. Teams of 5 or more all receive a free London 2 Brighton Challenge training top!! CORPORATE TEAMS Are you and your colleagues looking for a challenge? Perhaps fundraising for your charity of the year, or as a fun team building exercise. New for 2014 we have introduced Corporate Team Hospitality Packages - for teams of 10 or more with discounts and free places! Teams can be a mixture of walkers, runners, 100km and 56km challengers - we will put something together to make your challenge extra special - with other add on upgrades available to purchase!

5 Fundraising for charity By signing up to the challenge you are committing to fundraise a minimum sponsorship of 375 for the 100km and 250 for the 56km challenge - your fundraising efforts will not go unrewarded and will supply you with much needed fundraising resource to the charity of your choice. We ve partnered with many of the UK s leading charities to offer you the flexibility and choice for who you choose to support and fundraise for - with over 200+ charities to choose from. If you are signing up to the challenge as a team you can elect to fundraise for the same, or different charities. The full list of the charities we are currently working with can be found on the Charity Partners section of our website, alternatively if there is a charity currently not listed you would like to support you can still sign up and we will get them on board! To sign up to the challenge as a walker, or runner you need to register via our online booking form; registration fee 100KM - 70 ( 85 after 1st Oct) 56KM - 60 FUNDRAISING COMMITMENT 100KM KM % of the fundraising target is due to be submitted to your charity 6 weeks prior to the challenge, the remain 50% 4 weeks after. CHECK OUT OUR OTHER EVENTS within the 100km challenge series for 2014!! June 14 A 100km escape from London heading northwards along the Grand Union Canal finishing at Bletchley Park - or take on 25 or 50km sections of the route as a walk, jog or run - the scenery is one of London s best kept secrets. website coming soon August 14 For the first time ever tackle a full 100km circuit along the coastline of the Isle of Wight - circumnavigating the island - walk, jog or run the route for a bank holiday weekend not to be forgotten! website coming soon September 14 In it s third year - the 100km Thames Path Challenge is growing into a mass celebration of one London s most iconic features - the Thames! From Putney to Henley with 25 & 50km sections - in 2014 thousands will walk, jog or run it! If To sign up to the challenge today visit our website - for full informat ion or if you have any questions or queries please con tact the t eam on info@london2brightonchallenge.com or call us on