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50K ultra runs in UK

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Travel across the Ridgeway, the UK’s oldest footpath, pass through ancient landscapes, and end at the iconic Avebury Standing Stones. This is a journey on foot through 5,000 years of history.
  • Sat 11 - Sun 12 Jul
  • £90-£275
Watlington, Oxfordshire

Race to the Stones

Travel across the Ridgeway, the UK’s oldest footpath, pass through ancient landscapes, and end at the iconic Avebury Standing Stones. This is a journey on foot through 5,000 years of history.

  • 50K ultra run 2
  • 100K ultra run 3
Your chance to take on one of the UK’s most demanding and spectacular trail races, set deep in the heart of Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park, offering a true mountain challenge.
  • Sat 11 - Sun 12 Jul
  • £31.99-£319.99
Caernarfon, Gwynedd

Snowdonia Trail Marathon Eryri Events

Your chance to take on one of the UK’s most demanding and spectacular trail races, set deep in the heart of Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park, offering a true mountain challenge.

  • 10K run
  • Half marathon
  • Marathon
  • Ultra run 2
Who hasn't completed a race, sworn they will never run again and then booked onto another one the following day?!
  • Sat 11 Jul
  • £23-£35
Staines, Surrey

Ooops I Ran It Again | 50K

Who hasn't completed a race, sworn they will never run again and then booked onto another one the following day?!

  • 50 km road running
Set on the stunning Gower Peninsula, the UK’s first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and famous for its golden beaches, limestone cliffs, wild moors, ridges and woodlands.
  • Sat 18 - Sun 19 Jul
  • £49-£199
Swansea, West Glamorgan

Gower Peninsula Ultra Challenge

Set on the stunning Gower Peninsula, the UK’s first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and famous for its golden beaches, limestone cliffs, wild moors, ridges and woodlands.

  • 100K ultra run 2
  • Ultra run
  • 50K ultra run 2
  • Marathon
  • Multi-terrain run
  • + 1 more race
Who hasn't completed a race, sworn they will never run again and then booked onto another one the following day?!
  • Sun 19 Jul
  • £17-£29
Houghton le Spring, Tyne and Wear

Ooops I Ran It Again | North | 50K

Who hasn't completed a race, sworn they will never run again and then booked onto another one the following day?!

  • 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 24 Jul
  • £15-£27
Egham, Surrey

Midweek Medal Madness Run July | 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
The 50km ultra option from Dunster Castle, along the South West Coastal Path to a picnic in Exmoor National Park with awesome views over the Bristol Channel to finish back at Minehead with a medal!
  • Sat 25 Jul
  • £139
Minehead, Somerset

South West Coast 50 Ultra Challenge | Full 50km

The 50km ultra option from Dunster Castle, along the South West Coastal Path to a picnic in Exmoor National Park with awesome views over the Bristol Channel to finish back at Minehead with a medal!

  • 50 km trail running + 1600 m ascent
Who hasn't completed a race, sworn they will never run again and then booked onto another one the following day?!
  • Sat 25 Jul
  • £22-£34
Aberdare, Mid Glamorgan

Ooops I Ran It Again | Wales | 50K

Who hasn't completed a race, sworn they will never run again and then booked onto another one the following day?!

  • 50 km road running
Nestled in the hills of the Brecon Beacons, run or walk through wild hills on marked, rugged trails, with big views and remote landscapes in a supportive, adventure-focused trail running experience.
  • Sun 26 Jul
  • FREE-£115
Brecon, Powys

Ultra X Wales | 50K

Nestled in the hills of the Brecon Beacons, run or walk through wild hills on marked, rugged trails, with big views and remote landscapes in a supportive, adventure-focused trail running experience.

  • 50 km multi terrain running + 2166 m ascent
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
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
A demanding 50km ultra through Yorkshire’s wildest trails, built to test endurance and resilience while rewarding runners with epic scenery, big climbs and a powerful sense of achievement.
  • Sat 5 Sep
  • £65-£67
Huddersfield, West Yorkshire

Heights Ultra Trail | The Ramsden 50K

A demanding 50km ultra through Yorkshire’s wildest trails, built to test endurance and resilience while rewarding runners with epic scenery, big climbs and a powerful sense of achievement.

  • 50 km trail running + 3901 ft ascent
England’s greatest river provides a fantastic backdrop for an unforgettable 'festival' challenge weekend, with distances from 10km right up to 100km there’s a Thames Challenge for everyone!
  • Fri 11 - Sun 13 Sep
  • £39-£199
London

Thames Path Ultra Challenge

England’s greatest river provides a fantastic backdrop for an unforgettable 'festival' challenge weekend, with distances from 10km right up to 100km there’s a Thames Challenge for everyone!

  • 100K ultra run 2
  • 50K ultra run 2
  • Trail run 4
  • Ultra run
  • 10K run
  • + 4 more races
Scenic mixed-terrain route around Bewl Water on undulating rural wooded trails and quiet country lanes. The marathon course was previously rated one of the top UK marathons.
  • Sat 12 Sep
  • £60-£62
Wadhurst, East Sussex

Bewl Water Autumn | Ultra

Scenic mixed-terrain route around Bewl Water on undulating rural wooded trails and quiet country lanes. The marathon course was previously rated one of the top UK marathons.

  • 50 km trail running + 1500 ft ascent
From rolling hills to woodland paths, this is an opportunity to test endurance, build trail confidence and enjoy a professionally supported experience designed for runners and walkers alike.
  • Sun 13 Sep
  • FREE-£110
Hope Valley, Derbyshire

Ultra X England | 50K

From rolling hills to woodland paths, this is an opportunity to test endurance, build trail confidence and enjoy a professionally supported experience designed for runners and walkers alike.

  • 50 km multi terrain running + 1961 m ascent
Take in the valleys of the dark peak and the scenic trails of the white peak and reach the highest point at 464m, with a 12-hour target time which is generous for runners and a brisk pace for hikers.
  • Sat 19 Sep
  • From £66
Hope Valley, Derbyshire

Peak District Challenge | Bronze Challenge 50K

Take in the valleys of the dark peak and the scenic trails of the white peak and reach the highest point at 464m, with a 12-hour target time which is generous for runners and a brisk pace for hikers.

  • 50 km trail running + 1140 m ascent
The full 50K route of the Chiltern 50 Ultra Challenge starts from basecamp in Henley on a loop via Greys Court, the Ridgeway, Shakespeare's Way, The Chilterns and Hambleden Village to a party finish!
  • Sat 26 Sep
  • £139
Henley-on-Thames, Buckinghamshire

Chiltern 50 Ultra Challenge | Full 50km Challenge

The full 50K route of the Chiltern 50 Ultra Challenge starts from basecamp in Henley on a loop via Greys Court, the Ridgeway, Shakespeare's Way, The Chilterns and Hambleden Village to a party finish!

  • 50 km trail running + 920 m ascent
Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty offering dramatic views, vibrant communities, a rich historic heritage, and diverse wildlife and habitats – featuring the North Downs Way National Trail.
  • Sat 10 Oct
  • £139
Maidstone, Kent

Kent Downs 50 Ultra Challenge | 50km

Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty offering dramatic views, vibrant communities, a rich historic heritage, and diverse wildlife and habitats – featuring the North Downs Way National Trail.

  • 50 km trail running + 1000 m ascent

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