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UK Ultramarathons: 2022 - 2023
Ultramarathons, or ultras, are any running races beyond the standard marathon distance of 26.2 miles (or 42.2k). The most common ultra distances are 50k, 100k, 50 miles, or 100 miles, but each event is unique in terms of distance and terrain. The International Association of Athletics Federation recognises world records at ultramarathon events that have a distance of 100km. There are even 24hr ultramarathons, where the distance is unlimited, or multiday ultras, where the distance can extend beyond 1000km. There are a couple of city-based ultramarathons, but most ultras make the most of the UK's stunning scenery and countryside. A lot of these events go off-road and require trail-running over difficult terrain with steep climbs or along rugged coastlines. The Race to the Stones is one of the UK's best and most popular ultra marathons, taking in 100km of the historic Ridgeway. Or there is the famous Dragon's Back Race, which takes place over 5 days, taking runners from North to South Wales and requiring ascents adding up to twice the elevation of Mount Everest.
Sunday, Jul 10, 2022
XTERRA Snowdonia Trail Marathon
Caernarfon, Gwynedd
ultramarathon, marathon, half marathon, 10k
(4 reviews)
Saturday, Sep 3, 2022
Beyond Badminton Trail
Badminton, South Gloucestershire
ultramarathon, marathon, half marathon, 10k, 5k
Saturday, Jun 4, 2022
Blair Castle Trail Weekender
Pitlochry, Perth and Kinross
ultramarathon
Friday, Jun 10, 2022
Mourne Way Marathon
Rostrevor
marathon, ultramarathon, half marathon
Sunday, Jul 10, 2022
Hey Up It's Helmsley
York, North Yorkshire
half marathon, marathon, ultramarathon
(1 reviews)
Saturday, Aug 6, 2022
RunThrough Tittesworth Water 10k, Half Marathon & 50k - August
Leek, Staffordshire
10k, half marathon, ultramarathon
Thursday, Aug 11, 2022
The Cotswold Ultra
Kemble, Gloucestershire
ultramarathon
Thursday, Aug 11, 2022
The Thames Challenge
Kemble, Gloucestershire
ultramarathon
Friday, Aug 12, 2022
The Oxford Ultra
Bablock Hythe, Oxfordshire
ultramarathon
Saturday, Aug 13, 2022
The Windsor Ultra
Henley-on-Thames, Wokingham
ultramarathon
(1 reviews)
Sunday, Aug 14, 2022
The Richmond Ultra
Kingston upon Thames, Greater London
ultramarathon
Sunday, Aug 21, 2022
Bath Two Tunnels Railway Races - August
Bath, Bath and North East Somerset
marathon, half marathon, 5k, ultramarathon, 10k
(6 reviews)
Saturday, Sep 24, 2022
Causeway Coast Marathon
Portballintrae, Causeway Coast and Glens
ultramarathon, marathon, half marathon, 10k
(7 reviews)
Saturday, Sep 24, 2022
Bewl Water Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra & 10k - September
Lamberhurst, East Sussex
ultramarathon, marathon, half marathon, 10k
Saturday, Oct 15, 2022
Run to the Sea Bournemouth
Ashley Heath
ultramarathon
Saturday, Oct 22, 2022
The Maverick ARUK X-Series Suffolk
Woodbridge, Suffolk
ultramarathon
Friday, Sep 29, 2023
13 Valleys Ultra
Keswick, Cumbria
ultramarathon
Sunday, Jun 5, 2022
Wuthering Heights Wander
Haworth, West Yorkshire
10 miles, marathon, ultramarathon
Saturday, Jun 11, 2022
Summer Extravaganza
Leeds, West Yorkshire
5k, 10k, 10 miles, half marathon, marathon, ultramarathon
Saturday, Jun 11, 2022
Ultra Scotland 50 Mile
Saint John's Town of Dalry, Dumfries and Galloway
ultramarathon
Saturday, Jun 11, 2022
Salisbury Plain Summer Edition - Marathon, Half Marathon & 50 Mile
Ludgershall, Wiltshire
marathon, half marathon, ultramarathon
(2 reviews)
Sunday, Jun 12, 2022
BigSea 50k & 18 Mile
Studland, Dorset
ultramarathon
Saturday, Jun 18, 2022
Race across Dorset
Salisbury, Wiltshire
ultramarathon, marathon
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.
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