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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, UK

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
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Enter online
  • GPS tracking
  • Hilly
  • Event village
  • Rural
  • Age 16 & over
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, UK

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
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Hilly
  • Age 18 & over
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, UK

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
  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • Traffic free
  • Age 20 & over
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, UK

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
  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • Traffic free
  • Age 20 & over
  • Sat 1 Aug
  • £139
Guildford, Surrey, UK

North Downs 50 Ultra Challenge | 50km

  • 50 km trail running + 830 m ascent
  • Fri 7 Aug
  • £20-£27
Egham, Surrey, UK

Midweek Chasing Numbers Aug | 50K

  • 50 km trail running
  • Fri 14 Aug
  • £20-£27
Egham, Surrey, UK

Midweek Medal Madness Run August | 50K

  • 50 km trail running
  • Sat 15 Aug
  • £139
Llanfairfechan, Gwynedd, UK

Rab 14 Peaks Ultra

  • 55 km trail running + 3900 m ascent
  • Sat 15 Aug
  • £48-£50
Northampton, Northamptonshire, UK

Foxton Hound Ultra 50K

  • 50 km trail running
  • Sat 15 Aug
  • £23-£35
Staines, Surrey, UK

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

  • 50 km trail running

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