Self Transcendence 24 Hour Track Race

Organised by Sri Chinmoy MT in conjunction with Run and Become, under UK Athletics Rules, this is a IAU Bronze Label event, held annually in September at Millennium Stadium, Battersea Park, London.

Our race is open to experienced runners with recent Ultra race experience of at least 100K distance / 12 hour+ duration. We have a limit of 55 competitors. The race starts at noon Saturday and finishes ... noon Sunday!

Live results: 

The support team consists of:

• Lap counters
• Sports physiotherapists
• Track side refreshments staff providing hot & cold drinks plus snacks throughout
• Race Referee, Time Keeper and other officials

It is our aim to serve, encourage and support each runner to the highest level as each embraces the challenge and works towards their goal.

Millennium Stadium track provides the perfect set-up to enable runners ready access to everything they need throughout the race.

• Trackside parking (vehicles cannot move during the race except for exiting - under supervision - if a runner retires.
• Space for runners to set up tents / support stations trackside
• Large tent for kit bags if you don't have a support crew/vehicle
• Tables in large tent for your drinks etc.
• Limited number of chairs
• Trackside portaloos
• Heated indoor changing rooms and toilets
• Heated indoor physio treatment room
• Trackside refreshments throughout offering hot & cold drinks, sweet and salty snacks, soup through the night
• Vegetarian evening meal, breakfast, lunch post race 

Is the race recognised by UK Athletics? Yes, we hold a Level 2 race permit from UKA and a Bronze Label from IAU. Our race can be used to qualify for international selection.

Can I bring my car to the trackside? Yes, see Facilities tab.

Do we change direction? Yes, every 4 hours, starting in a clockwise direction.

How do I know my distance? There's a website showing live results, trackside lap counters you can ask, and a scoreboard updated on the hour.

Can I run with someone? We follow IAU and UKA rules. No pacing is allowed. Your supporters cannot walk/run with you, even for a few strides. You may run alongside other competitors.

Do we wear numbers? Yes, you need to wear front and back. You will be issued with 4 sets of numbers (so you can prep clothing) plus one chipped number. The chipped number must be worn throughout but it doesn't matter if it's front or back.

When can I arrive at the track? You can drive to the track between 9am and 11am only. Pedestrians can access the track from 8.30am.

Do I register when I arrive? We will greet you and show you where to go/park. Please arrive by 11am.

Is there a race briefing? Yes, at 11:15.

Do I need a head torch? Floodlights will be on during hours of darkness.

Can I wear headphones? Bone conduction headphones (like Shokz) are permitted. Over-ear headphones are banned. In ear headphones may be allowed at race officials discretion.

Can I use my phone? Phones cannot be used whilst you are on the track in lanes 1 - 5. You may keep one in a pocket for music but must move to the outside lanes to take calls or read messages.

Can I take a break? If you need to break to see the physio or take rest you are free to do so as long as you inform the lap counter before leaving. You can take rest inside the track building but there are very few chairs and no beds.

How does the race end? We will announce 10 minutes, 5 minutes and 1 minute to go, then a final countdown to a hooter. You will be given a small bean bag during the last 10 minutes of the race, when you hear the hooter, drop the bag at the heel of your back foot. Officials will come round and measure your final part-lap distance but you do not need to wait for them, just leave the bean bag in place.

Is there a presentation ceremony? Yes, we will announce the winners of each category at around 1pm, whilst serving lunch. Everyone who completes the race will receive an award. Presentation will take place trackside under tents.

Where do I find results? We will share a live results link before the race. Post race we will post 50K, 100K, 100 Miles, 200K and 250K splits on this website. We can arrange recording of 50 Mile split if you plan to break an age/national record.

If I have a complaint or question about the rules who do I approach? Our Race Referee will be able to assist. Alternatively see our Race Director.

Millenium Stadium, Battersea Park, Carriadge Drive East, London, SW11 4NJ

Map of access to track

Map of facilities and tents

• By Tube and Bus: The nearest Tube station is Sloane Square (District and Circle Line). From Sloane Square Tube station walk 3 minutes to Lower Sloane Street and take Bus 137 from stop M. Get off after 3 stops at Chelsea Bridge (just over the bridge). Cross the road and enter the park (Chelsea Gate) turn immediately left down the path beside the railings, keep straight along the path till it comes out behind the athletics track, a bit further along it joins the Carriage Drive and enmtrance to the stadium building in on the right. (SW11 4NJ) 10 min walk.
• By Train: We are a ten minute walk from Battersea Park rail station and Queenstown Road rail station (both overground lines). When you enter the park at Rosery Gate turn right at the T-junction just ahead and follow the road for approximately 300 metres to the stadium building.
• By Car: Enter Battersea Park through Chelsea Gate at the North East corner of the park, parking in the carpark. Proceed to East Carriage Drive on foot (5 minutes to stadium). Postcode is SW11 4BE.

During the hours the park is closed vehicular and pedestrian access is still possible through Chelsea Gate. Access map

List of Winners per category for each year, plus records

RACE RECORDS

• Men: Donald Ritchie, Copthall Stadium 1991, 268.25K
• Women: Therese Falk, Tooting Bec Stadium 2017, 236.8K
• MV50: Dave Cooper, New River Stadium 1990, 239.76K
• WV50: Miki Neant, Millennium Stadium Battersea Pk 2023, 217.79K
• MV60: Geoff Oliver, Tooting Bec Stadium 1993, 218.34K
• WV60: Ann Bath, Tooting Bec Stadium 2016, 186.55K
• MV70: Geoff Oliver, Tooting Bec Stadium 2004, 182.1K* New World Age Best
• WV70: Ann Bath, Tooting Bec Stadium 2018, 142.64K
• MV80: Geoff Oliver, Tooting Bec Stadium 2014, 160.74K* New World Age Best
• WV80: Patricia Seabrook, Millennium Stadium Battersea Pk 2021, 121.86K* New World Age Best

Entries open 1st February and close 15th July. Payment is by credit card on acceptance. Look for link near the top right in blue (visible Feb - July). 

We limit the field to 55 runners - for track safety and to ensure absolute care for all competitors throughout the race from our on-site team.

We generally receive in excess of 55 entries, in which case we select the field based on previous experience and potential. We operate a waiting list for all those interested as there are always withdrawals in the weeks leading up to the race. We do not accept competitors who have no race experience less than 100K distance.

Call: 07734 298024

Email: [email protected]

We will upload the list of runners after the race closes in mid July