Sat 25 Apr 2026 Winscombe, Somerset, UK

Butcombe Trail Ultramarathon

50-mile and 50-kilometre self-navigation ultramarathons in the Mendip Hills

2 races

  • Sat 25 Apr
  • #1 of 2
Mendip Activity Centre, Winscombe

50K

09:00

Age 20 & over

£65-£67

  • 50 km trail running
  • Sat 25 Apr
  • #2 of 2
Mendip Activity Centre, Winscombe

50 Miles

08:00

Age 20 & over

£80-£82

  • 50 miles trail running

Event overview

The routes take in many of the highlights of the Mendips, including beautiful villages like Axbridge, the Iron Age Hill Fort at Dolebury Warren, the highest point in the Mendip Hills (Beacon Batch) and of course, many great Butcombe pubs. The 50 mile route also includes Litton reservoirs, while the 50 km route climbs the side of the spectacular Cheddar Gorge, followed by the peaceful Velvet Bottom nature reserve.

Event details

  • Average fitness
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Event village
  • Spectators

Location

  • Free parking

Races at event

  • Sat 25 Apr
  • #1 of 2
Mendip Activity Centre, Winscombe
50K

09:00

Age 20 & over

£65-£67

  • 50 km trail running
  • Sat 25 Apr
  • #2 of 2
Mendip Activity Centre, Winscombe
50 Miles

08:00

Age 20 & over

£80-£82

  • 50 miles trail running
4 steps to wellbeing
Sleep well

A good night's sleep is an essential foundation for a healthy lifestyle, effective training and weight control.

Train slow

Low-intensity training is easier for you, reduces the risk of injury and helps builds an efficient aerobic system.

Eat natural

Cut out sugar & junk food, reduce carbs, eat natural foods and train your body to burn fat for fuel.

Get outdoors

Fresh air, natural light and reconnecting with nature all help to improve mental and physical wellbeing.