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50K ultra runs in UK in August 2026

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West Yorkshire’s very first female-only ultra-marathon! Travelling through woodlands and open moorland, this scenic route passes through Hebden Bridge and Haworth as well as other areas of beauty.
  • Sat 1 Aug
  • £20-£65
Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire

She Strides Ultra 50K

West Yorkshire’s very first female-only ultra-marathon! Travelling through woodlands and open moorland, this scenic route passes through Hebden Bridge and Haworth as well as other areas of beauty.

  • 50 km trail running + 5000 ft ascent
Join a summer North Downs 50 Challenge! This looped route is set in an area of outstanding natural beauty of the Surrey Hills, taking in chalk ridges and ancient woodlands.
  • Sat 1 Aug
  • £139
Guildford, Surrey

North Downs 50 Ultra Challenge | 50km

Join a summer North Downs 50 Challenge! This looped route is set in an area of outstanding natural beauty of the Surrey Hills, taking in chalk ridges and ancient woodlands.

  • 50 km trail running + 830 m ascent
A challenging 50K across mixed terrain, with sustained climbs, long miles, and expansive views across the Borders, built for experienced runners chasing a true ultra test.
  • Sun 9 Aug
  • £50-£55
Selkirk, Scottish Borders

Durty Trail Weekender | 50K Hills & Horizons

A challenging 50K across mixed terrain, with sustained climbs, long miles, and expansive views across the Borders, built for experienced runners chasing a true ultra test.

  • 50 km trail running + 1585 m ascent
Who doesn't like cake?! The Great British Bake 50K Run is back for another year! The medal is a fantastic cupcake which doubles up as a magnet to go on your fridge!
  • Sun 9 Aug
  • £23-£35
Staines, Surrey

Great British Bake Run | 50K

Who doesn't like cake?! The Great British Bake 50K Run is back for another year! The medal is a fantastic cupcake which doubles up as a magnet to go on your fridge!

  • 50 km road running
The aim of the midweek runs is to hold events as cheaply as possible in order for people to be able to build their numbers or simply to help people achieve their own goals at an affordable price.
  • Fri 14 Aug
  • £15-£27
Egham, Surrey

Midweek Chasing Numbers Aug | 50K

The aim of the midweek runs is to hold events as cheaply as possible in order for people to be able to build their numbers or simply to help people achieve their own goals at an affordable price.

  • 50 km trail running
Journey through the beautiful countryside and villages that surround Market Harborough as they traverse the Harborough Round long distance footpath through Northamptonshire and Leicestershire.
  • Sat 15 Aug
  • £48-£50
Northampton, Northamptonshire

Foxton Hound Ultra 50K

Journey through the beautiful countryside and villages that surround Market Harborough as they traverse the Harborough Round long distance footpath through Northamptonshire and Leicestershire.

  • 50 km trail running + 1876 ft ascent
If you're a fan of the musical Hamilton, then this is the run for you! This is an amazing Hamilton-inspired event with an incredible themed medal too.
  • Sat 15 Aug
  • £23-£35
Staines, Surrey

I'm Not Throwing Away My Shot Run | 50K

If you're a fan of the musical Hamilton, then this is the run for you! This is an amazing Hamilton-inspired event with an incredible themed medal too.

  • 50 km trail running
The aim of the midweek runs is to hold events as cheaply as possible in order for people to be able to build their numbers or simply to help people achieve their own goals at an affordable price.
  • Fri 21 Aug
  • £15-£27
Egham, Surrey

Midweek Medal Madness Run August | 50K

The aim of the midweek runs is to hold events as cheaply as possible in order for people to be able to build their numbers or simply to help people achieve their own goals at an affordable price.

  • 50 km trail running
Who doesn't like cake?! The Great British Bake Run is back for another year with a totally unique baking competition with prizes on the day too!
  • Sat 22 Aug
  • £22-£34
Aberdare, Mid Glamorgan

Great British Bake Run | Wales | 50K

Who doesn't like cake?! The Great British Bake Run is back for another year with a totally unique baking competition with prizes on the day too!

  • 50 km road running
Whether you're looking to get some miles under your belt before The Great North Run or you just fancy a run along the beautiful River Wear, then this is the ultra for you!
  • Sun 30 Aug
  • £17-£29
Durham, County Durham

GNR & Time Turner | Durham | 50K

Whether you're looking to get some miles under your belt before The Great North Run or you just fancy a run along the beautiful River Wear, then this is the ultra for you!

  • 50 km trail running
  • Sat 8 Aug
  • £68-£70
Sudbury, Suffolk

Stour Valley Path Ultra Run | 50K

  • 50 km road running + 730 m ascent
  • Sat 15 Aug
  • £139
Llanfairfechan, Gwynedd

Rab 14 Peaks Ultra

  • 55 km trail running + 3900 m ascent
  • Sat 15 Aug
  • £60
Aberlour, Moray

The Speyside Way 50K & 100K | 50K

  • 50 km trail running
  • Sat 29 Aug
  • From £65
Yelverton, Devon

Manumit Dartmoor 50

  • 50 km trail running

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