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This exhilarating event set on the Faccombe Estate in Hampshire takes endurance running to the next level. Complete as many loops of the 4.12 mile course as you can, and find out if you can be the last person standing in this tough backyard ultra.
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Fri, Jul 4, 2025
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Faccombe, United Kingdom
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Location
Faccombe, Andover SP11 0DS, UK
Start times
Friday, Jul 4, 2025
Ultra: 6:00 PM
Event summary
Here are the distances available for Faccombe Backyard Ultra
Ultra
4.12mi
£85
Route information
Distance 4.12 miles per lap
Elevation 750ft per lap
With a reputation for being one of the most challenging backyards in the world, this unique endurance running event is designed to push you to your limits. This race has no time limit - instead, it will conclude when there is just one finisher left, who must complete one solo lap.
Every hour, on the hour, participants must start and complete a loop. Failure to start, being late, or not completing a loop within the hour will mean you are out of the race. Run the lap in the fastest time to give yourself more time to recover, but keep in mind that you may burn yourself out. This race is all about careful planning and strategy.
The route is entirely off-road, set within the 4,250-acre Faccombe Estate in rural Hampshire. The course consists of established tracks and trails, with several hills to contend with.
The event is self-supporting, with crew welcome throughout.
What's included
- Bespoke medal and trophy for the winner and £250 donation towards travel costs should you be invited to the Big Backyard in Tennessee
- Medals for key ultra distances (50 miles, 100 miles, 150 miles etc)
- Camping for you and 2 others
- Hot tea and coffee
- Drinking water
- Free parking
- Toilets
How to get there
Faccombe, Andover SP11 0DS, UK
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Faccombe Estate is an 18-minute drive from Andover and a 24-minute drive from Newbury via the A343.
Parking
There will be free parking available on site.
Event day logistics
14:00 Campsite and car park opens
15:00 Registration opens
17:30 Race briefing
18:00 Backyard Ultra starts
Aid Stations
This is a self-supported event. You are allowed to bring a crew of up to 2 people with you to support you with aid and food/water.
On-Site Facilities
There will be hot water available with tea and coffee to hand. There will be toilets on site.
Race Rules
You must complete one lap within the hour in order to continue with the run.
FAQs
When will the Faccombe Backyard Ultra end?
The Faccombe Backyard Ultra will end with the last person standing.
What refreshments are available at the Faccombe Backyard Ultra?
There will be water, tea and coffee. Anything else you may want, you need to bring yourself.
How many laps have previous winners completed in the Faccombe Backyard Ultra?
In 2023, the winner completed 20 laps.
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