Welcome to Beating the Bounds of Chailey
THE TEAM CHALLENGE IS BACK
Saturday 9th May 2026
Welcome to Beating the Bounds of Chailey
THE TEAM CHALLENGE IS BACK
Saturday 9th May 2026
Saturday 9th May 2026
Saturday 9th May 2026

The route is divided into 2 half's which both start and finish at the Five Bells in the middle of Chailey. A total of approx 24 miles. There are various sections to the race which have varying disciplines including: cross country running - mountain and road biking - river rowing and wheelbarrows! Your team members must be fit and capable each section is between 2 and 4 miles long with the exception of the paddle boating. Each section has a changeover point where the baton is handed over. Traditionally sticks were used along the boundary to demark our village. There will be fun commentary at the Five Bells all day thanks to Chris Farrow, Plus fun activities for spectators to enjoy including the pay per play assault course!
What does it cost to enter a team? £150 covers the whole team entry. Payable on booking.
10am - Teams meet up at the Five Bells where refreshments are available.
10.30am - Warmup with music from Mr Motivator.
11am - First Team leaves, with 3 minutes between each other team under the watchful eye of the stewards and timekeepers.
1pm - First half finish line pause for lunch at the pub.
2pm - Second half sets off with 3 minute intervals.
4pm - Finish line at the Pub with its a knockout style assault course.
5pm - Awards (Trophy & Medals)
5.30pm - Hog Roast & Live Music Fun For All
10pm - Event Closes (Pub open until late for those wanting to party)
Select at least 10 members for your team. One of these must be your team captain who is nominated to shuttle team members between points. Register your team here asap.
Over the years people have used this race to raise awareness and money for good causes. The choice is yours but fundraising is at the heart of the community and our selected charity is St Peter's Church, Chailey and St. Peter & St. James Hospice. The cost of entry is £150 per team. Anything you raise beyond this can be given to a charity of your choosing.
Each year we will design a new BtBoC T-shirt which we encourage all participants to wear.
The cost of these are £20. Pre-order your t-shirt here by 1st April 2026.
1st Prize - The Eddie Matthias Trophy
2nd Prize - The Five Bells Cup
All competitors will be awarded a Beating the Bounds of Chailey 2026 Medal
Following the BtBoC there will be a fun filled afternoon and evening for all the family at The Five Bells Chailey. This will include live music, a hog roast and everything you'd expect from a great community pub.