# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The 24 HR WINDY 500 – 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 11:00 am – Sun, 20 Sep, 2026 at 11:00 am (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: To book, go to www.watchtree.co.uk/events

About the Event

In 2025, our community came together to smash our mileage goals during the Windy 500. Now, it is time to do it again. Welcome to The 2026 Windy 500!

This event is kindly supported by David Allen Financial Services.

What is the Windy 500? It is Watchtree’s ultimate 24 hour endurance challenge. The mission is simple: we want to collectively clock up as many miles as possible in 24 hours. Whether you walk one lap or run an ultra distance, every mile counts.

The collective aim is 12,000 miles in 24 hours. Whether it’s one lap or forty+, more people mean more miles!
The name is a nod to our famously breezy conditions and a play on the iconic Indy 500 motor race. At Watchtree, it stands for freedom, fun, and pushing your personal limits in nature.

How it Works

The Route: Each lap of Watchtree’s perimeter route adds 2 miles to our grand total.
Your Goal: Set your own target, from 1 lap to 50+.
Your Schedule: Visit the reserve as many times as you like during the 24 hour period.
Your Pace: Walk, run, wheel, push, or dog walk. Roller blades & skateboards are permitted!  (No bikes or scooters).
The Finale: The challenge ends with a celebratory Trail Run in the final hour. Join us for a grand finale lap!
Inclusive & Accessible This event is for everyone. We welcome seasoned runners, families, wheelchair users, and dog walkers. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Entry Fees

Non members: £10

Watchtree members: £8 
(Enter your membership code when booking)

On the day: Entry is also available during the 24 hours of the event, just head to the registration area

Team Challenge Info
Gather a team of up to 8 people (dogs count too!) to see who can rack up the most miles. It is perfect for running clubs, workplaces, and groups of friends. Just enter your team name when you individually register.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/carlisle/the-24-hr-windy-500-2026/200030547292401
- **Event Categories**: contests, dog, sports, trips-adventures
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 18

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Carlisle
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Watchtree Nature Reserve
- **lat**: 54.874345738091
- **long**: -3.0838809732481
- **full address**: Watchtree Nature Reserve, Watchtree Nature Reserve, Wigton, CA5 6, United Kingdom, Carlisle

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: The 24 HR WINDY 500 – 2026
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is The 24 HR WINDY 500 - 2026 being held?
  - **A:** The 24 HR WINDY 500 - 2026 takes place on Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sun, 20 Sep, 2026 at 11:00 am at Watchtree Nature Reserve, Watchtree Nature Reserve, Wigton, CA5 6, United Kingdom, Carlisle.
- **Q**: Who is organizing The 24 HR WINDY 500 - 2026?
  - **A:** The 24 HR WINDY 500 - 2026 is organized by Watchtree Nature Reserve.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** The 24 HR WINDY 500 - 2026 is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Carlisle, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If The 24 HR WINDY 500 - 2026 sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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