Top Ultramarathons in the UK
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Sunday, 9 Jul 2023
XTERRA Snowdonia Trail Marathon
Caernarfon, Gwynedd
ultramarathon, marathon, half marathon, 10k
(48 reviews)
Sunday, 2 Jul 2023
Running GP at Goodwood Motor Circuit - July 2023
Chichester, West Sussex
half marathon, 10k, 5k, marathon, ultramarathon and more
(48 reviews)
Saturday, 15 Jul 2023
Ultra North
Blaydon-on-Tyne, Tyne and Wear
ultramarathon
(123 reviews)
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Popular UK Ultramarathons
Sunday, 9 Jul 2023
XTERRA Snowdonia Trail Marathon
Caernarfon, Gwynedd
ultramarathon, marathon, half marathon, 10k
(48 reviews)
Sunday, 2 Jul 2023
Running GP at Goodwood Motor Circuit - July 2023
Chichester, West Sussex
half marathon, 10k, 5k, marathon, ultramarathon and more
(48 reviews)
Saturday, 15 Jul 2023
Ultra North
Blaydon-on-Tyne, Tyne and Wear
ultramarathon
(123 reviews)
Sunday, 20 Aug 2023
Bath Two Tunnels Railway Races - August
Bath, Bath and North East Somerset
half marathon, 5k, ultramarathon, marathon, 10k and more
(22 reviews)
Saturday, 9 Sept 2023
Bewl Water Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra & 10k - September
Lamberhurst, East Sussex
ultramarathon, marathon, half marathon, 10k
(9 reviews)
Saturday, 16 Sept 2023
TEC Lake District Challenge
Grange, Cumbria
ultramarathon, marathon, half marathon, 10k, 5k and more
Saturday, 16 Sept 2023
Causeway Coast Marathon 2023
Portballintrae, Causeway Coast and Glens
ultramarathon, marathon, half marathon, 10k
(22 reviews)
Saturday, 11 Nov 2023
Tollymore Trail Marathon Events
Newcastle, County Down
ultramarathon, marathon, half marathon, 10k
(11 reviews)
Saturday, 24 Feb 2024
TEC Lulworth Cove 2024
West Lulworth, Dorset
ultramarathon, marathon, half marathon, 10k
(208 reviews)
Saturday, 10 Jun 2023
Ultra Scotland 50 Mile
Saint John's Town of Dalry, Dumfries and Galloway
ultramarathon
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About ultramarathons in the UK
Ultramarathons, or ultra runs, are endurance running races or treks beyond the standard marathon distance of 26.2 miles (42.2k). The most common distances for ultra running are 50k, 100k, 50 miles, or 100 miles (aka centurion races). Ultras take place on roads or trails across the UK, and some last for 24 hours or multiple days. Some multi-day stage races are even self-sufficient, where runners must carry all of there equipment and provisions with them for the duration of the race.
What are the best UK ultra marathons?
The best attended ultramarathons in the UK are the Dixons Carphone Race to the Stones along the famous Ridgeway, with 2,500 participants, and the historic Thames Path Challenge, with 3,000 participants. The Ridgeway 40 is one of the best value ultramarathons in the UK. For the best scenic ultras, the Scottish Highlands and Snowdonia are popular areas for mountainous ultras, or for coastal routes, try out the Jurassic Coast and The Endurance Life Coastal Trail Series. The longest ultra race in the UK is the Monarch's Way Ultra, which covers 615-miles (990k) in the course of 14 days. There are many ultra marathon events across the UK to choose from, depending on your preferences. Check out our list of UK ultra marathons to find the best event for you.
How long should I train for an ultramarathon?
It is important to devote a significant amount of time and effort to training if you are wanting to complete an ultramarathon. Everybody has different levels of fitness and the race distances vary, so it is difficult to be precise with training plans. Most first-time ultrarunners will already have lots of running experience, so 6-10 weeks of specific training should get you ready for a 50k ultra. During your training, it is also important to get used to in-race nutrition and running on trails.