Butcombe Trail Ultramarathon
50-mile and 50-kilometre self-navigation ultramarathons in the Mendip Hills
2 races
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