FAQs
What time does Race to Remember start?
The 76km ultra-run starts at 06:00 hrs in Aldershot (registration from 05:15 hrs). The 36km walk starts at 09.00 hrs (registration from 08:30 hrs) and the 36km run starts at 10.30 hrs (registration from 10:00 hrs) in Petersfield. You must arrive and register 30 minutes before the start time.
For more timings, please read our event pack which is available to dowload from the 'Resources and Rewards' page.
Will there be transfers back to the start?
As our finish line is next to Portsmouth Harbour station, we don't offer a transfer service back to the start. Trains depart regularly to both Petersfield and Aldershot.
Will this be a closed course?
The course will be open to the public and to traffic, the event is fully supported by an event team and medics. The route will be marked and all runners will be tracked throughout.
Are there cut off times for this event?
The cut-off times for this event are listed below and must be followed, as this is not an open event. If you find yourself falling behind, don’t worry – your Race to Remember isn’t over. Our support vehicles will take you to the next break stop so you can re-join the race. Please use these timings as a guide for your training, as they will be enforced on the day.
Will there be refreshments along the route?
Yes, there are six break stops with food and refreshments for 76km participants and three for 36km participants. A detailed route map will be sent to all participants a week before the race.
Can I bring my dog?
Is there an age limit?
We welcome participants aged 16 years and over for the 36km events*, all participants for the 76km ultra run must be 18 years and over.
*Under 18s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian, who must also register and participate in the event. We also require written parental consent which should be sent to challenges@combatstress.org.uk at time of registration.
Is there a fundraising target?
All charity place participants have a fundraising target of £395, we also encourage all self-funded participants to share their fundraising page and to raise what they can in support of veterans' mental health.
Will I receive a Combat Stress t-shirt?
All self-funded participants will receive a technical T-shirt as part of their registration. Charity place participants will receive a technical T-shirt when they reach £150 in fundraising of their £395 target (please ensure you download the T&Cs regarding fundraising targets). Technical T-shirts are also available to purchase from our online shop.
Will I receive a Race to Remember medal?
Absolutely! These will be given out at the finish line.
How do I set up an online fundraising page?
Your branded fundraising page was automatically created when you registered. Share your fundraising link with everyone you know - there's also a handy QR code linked to your page.
How do I pay in offline donations?
If you have collected offline donations, there are a number of ways you can pay them in.
Put the money into your bank account and then add this onto your fundraising page - you must not opt in to Gift Aid if you choose this option.
Send a cheque made payable to “Combat Stress” to Race to Remember, Combat Stress, Tyrwhitt House, Oaklawn Road, Leatherhead, Surrey KT22 0BX. Please don’t send cash through the post. If your supporters would like to opt into Gift Aid, please provide a completed sponsorship form with the donations.
To pay by phone please contact us on 01372 587 161 or email challenges@combatstress.org.uk or you can make a bank transfer straight into the Combat Stress account. Our account details are:
Account number: 00100013
Sort code: 60-00-01
Reference: Your name/R2R
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If you can't find the answer in our FAQ’s, please contact us, email challenges@combatstress.org.uk or call 01372 587 140. We're here to help!

