Pilgrims Reckoning by Thunder Races

Pilgrims Reckoning by Thunder Races Pilgrim Reckoning is an 81 mile journey around Bedfordshire’s most runnable and scenic trails.

August Recce Weekend: Days 3 & 4Join us this August for the second Pilgrim’s Reckoning recce weekend, covering another k...
18/06/2026

August Recce Weekend: Days 3 & 4

Join us this August for the second Pilgrim’s Reckoning recce weekend, covering another key stretch of the route as it works its way back towards Bedford.

Day 3 resumes just outside Westoning and heads towards Steppingley, passing through Ampthill, Millbrook and Ridgmont before finishing in Cranfield. This section brings in classic Greensand Ridge country: rolling farmland, wooded sections, estate parkland and wide views across Marston Vale. Ampthill Park sits on the northern escarpment of the Greensand Ridge, while the wider landscape is known for its mix of arable land, villages, woodland and gently rolling hills.

Day 4 starts the final stretch back towards Bedford, passing Wootton, Bromham, Oakley and Clapham, with sections running close to the River Great Ouse. Expect a flatter, more flowing day with riverside paths, quiet village links and open countryside as the loop begins to close back in towards Bedford. The John Bunyan Trail guide lists this northern section through Cranfield, Bromham and Bedford as the final part of the circular route.

Across the weekend, you’ll get a proper feel for the second half of Pilgrim’s Reckoning from Greensand Ridge views and village trails to gentler river valley miles on the way back to Bedford.

Social pace. Route insight. Brilliant training miles ahead of September.

🏃 Approx. 20 miles per day
📍 15–16 August
🎟 £20 per day / £30 full weekend
Enter: https://www.race-space.com/gb/thunder-races/pilgrim-s-reckoning-recce-run-2

July Recce Weekend: Days 1 & 2Join us this July for two guided days on the Pilgrim’s Reckoning route, exploring a brilli...
14/06/2026

July Recce Weekend: Days 1 & 2

Join us this July for two guided days on the Pilgrim’s Reckoning route, exploring a brilliant stretch of the John Bunyan Way through Bedfordshire.

Day 1 starts in Bedford before heading south through Elstow, Haynes, Shefford and Meppershall, passing Shillington before finishing in Hexton. Expect quiet village lanes, open farmland, historic churches and steady, runnable countryside as the route begins to unfold.

Day 2 picks up from Hexton and heads through some of the most scenic ground on the course, passing near Galley Hill and Warden Hill before continuing towards Sharpenhoe, Harlington and Westoning. This section brings you into classic North Chilterns landscape, with chalk hills, beech woodland, open downland and big views from the escarpment around Sharpenhoe Clappers.

Across the weekend, you’ll get a real feel for the terrain, rhythm and character of Pilgrim’s Reckoning before race day.

Social pace. Great training miles. Proper route insight.

🏃 Approx. 20 miles per day
🗓️ 25-26th July
🎟 £20 per day / £30 full weekend
Enter: https://www.race-space.com/gb/thunder-races/pilgrim-s-reckoning-recce-run-1

3 months to go.81 miles. One loop. 24 hours.This September, Pilgrim’s Reckoning takes runners on a journey of endurance ...
12/06/2026

3 months to go.
81 miles. One loop. 24 hours.
This September, Pilgrim’s Reckoning takes runners on a journey of endurance along the John Bunyan Trail through the Bedfordshire countryside.
📍 12–13 September
🎟 Enter now: https://www.pilgrimsreckoning.co.uk

09/06/2026

Come explore the beautiful Bedfordshire countryside this September.

Just 1 hour from London by train, Pilgrim’s Reckoning takes runners on an 81-mile journey along the John Bunyan Trail, linking quiet villages, rolling fields, woodland paths and open countryside into one continuous loop.

Runnable trails.
Historic route.
A proper ultra challenge within easy reach of the capital.

📍 Bedfordshire
🚆 Approx. 1 hour from London
📅 12–13 September
🏃 81 miles • 24 hours • 1 loop
Enter now: https://www.pilgrimsreckoning.co.uk

Our Pilgrim’s Reckoning recce days are a great way to explore the route before race day.Join us for a guided social run ...
07/06/2026

Our Pilgrim’s Reckoning recce days are a great way to explore the route before race day.

Join us for a guided social run along sections of the John Bunyan Trail, get a feel for the terrain, meet fellow Pilgrims, and see whether the full 81-mile challenge is for you.
Each day covers around 20 miles at a relaxed, social pace, giving you the chance to enjoy the route without pressure.

Whether you’re already entered, thinking about signing up, or just fancy a proper day out on the trails, come and see what Pilgrim’s Reckoning is all about.

📍 July 25–26
📍 August 15–16
🎟 £20 per day / £30 per weekend
🏃 Social pace • Guided route • Good company

Enter July: https://www.race-space.com/gb/thunder-races/pilgrim-s-reckoning-recce-run-1
Enter August: https://www.race-space.com/gb/thunder-races/pilgrim-s-reckoning-recce-run-2

Take on the John Bunyan Trail this September and discover a challenging, beautiful 81 mile route through the Bedfordshir...
06/06/2026

Take on the John Bunyan Trail this September and discover a challenging, beautiful 81 mile route through the Bedfordshire countryside.

📍Start/finish - Bedford Greenacre School
🗓️12th-13th September 2026
⏳ 24 hours to complete the route
🍰 7 aid stations with food & water
🔀 Live tracking
🏅 Bespoke finishers medal & Tshirt
🔗 www.pilgrimsreckoning.co.uk

Rolling Bedfordshire countryside, these are just some of the places you’ll pass through on Pilgrim’s Reckoning.Following...
27/05/2026

Rolling Bedfordshire countryside, these are just some of the places you’ll pass through on Pilgrim’s Reckoning.

Following the John Bunyan Trail, the route links villages, trails and open landscapes into one continuous 81-mile journey.

A steady, fully runnable ultra built for strong pacing and uninterrupted progress.

🔗 https://www.pilgrimsreckoning.co.uk
🗓️ 12-13 September
📍 Bedford

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27/05/2026

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Here’s a glimpse of what awaits along the John Bunyan Trail.Quiet villages. Ancient churches. Open countryside. Long flo...
25/05/2026

Here’s a glimpse of what awaits along the John Bunyan Trail.

Quiet villages. Ancient churches. Open countryside. Long flowing trails that keep you moving mile after mile.

Pilgrim’s Reckoning isn’t just about the distance. It’s about the journey through one of England’s most underrated long-distance routes.

81 miles. One loop. 24 hours.
🔗 https://www.pilgrimsreckoning.co.uk
🗓️ 12-13 September
📍 Bedford

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