Ultra Marathon Running Events 2026–2027

Phoenix Running is inviting you to join us for the very next in our giant spinning medal series - the Hedgie Hog Jog - this medal is just the cutest! This is one of our timed events where you choose - from 5km to 10k, half to marathon to ultra, you can complete as many, or as few, laps as you like of a 5.3km, 3.28 mile, out and back, course along the beautiful river Thames. We welcome all abilities of runner - complete one lap and you're both a finisher and a winner in our eyes, or keep going and see how far you can get in the full 7 hour time limit and everyone gets the fabulous bespoke finishers' medal. We also operate our uniquely flexible 'rock up and run' start times within a 1 hour start window, so no waiting around if you arrive early and no added pressure if you're running a bit late. If you have any special start time requirements then just get in touch because depending on the distance you are planning to run we can pretty much accommodate all start time requests. Whilst Phoenix Running is very much about the bling and our medals are second to none, we're also acutely conscious that events can be expensive to enter and times are tough right now. We're now in our 12th year of fixed prices for our standard themed events, but to try and do our bit we're trailing a 'no medal' entry option at a flat £22. We cover our base costs, you get a run with all the usual Phoenix support, epic aid station, same day results published, athletes profiles, Phoenix World, digital BIBs, digital finishers certificates, etc, etc but without a medal we can keep the price low for this entry option. Not sure? Well the beauty of this format is that you don't even need to decide in advance - simply come and run a lap and see how you feel on the day and keep on going if it feels right. Places will be strictly limited so don't leave it too late to enter. Minimum distance is 3.28 miles or as far as you can go in 7 hours. Off road trail, the terrain is riverside towpath. The overall course has no elevation gain / loss making this a flat and fast route.

Phoenix Running Crystal Palace is inviting you to join us for 'Retro Run’ in Crystal Palace Park. Grab your family and friends for a retro run style, it’s time to move. Come join us and get this lovely medal. This timed event is where you choose - from 5km to 10k, half to marathon to ultra, you can complete as many, or as few, laps as you like of 2.65km (1.65 mile) along Crystal Palace Park. We welcome all abilities of runner - complete two lap and you're both a finisher and a winner in our eyes, or keep going and see how far you can get in the time limit of 7 hours and everyone gets the fabulous bespoke finishers' medal. The beauty of this format is that you don't even need to decide in advance, simply come and run 2 laps and see how you feel on the day and keep on going if it feels right. The course will be well marked, minimum distance is 3.30 miles or as far as you can go in the time limit. Off road trail. A great park to run around with good tarmac and gravel pathways. Age limit - 18 years old and above. This event is licensed by Trail Running Association and will adhere to the UK Athletics rules. The course is path, we recommend road/trail shoes depending on the weather. The course features a series of gentle undulations with challenging steep sections that rise sharply, creating a dynamic and varied landscape for participants to navigate. Entries will be limited so please don't leave it too late to sign up.

This page is for day TWO of the weekend event! We're not sure how this happened, but this will be our 100th physical event and it's fallen right back where we started ... Sherwood Pines. Well, the Sunday event will be the 101st, but we're doubling up and making a weekend out of it. In celebration, we're hosting a bit of a party and inviting all the other businesses and companies that we have worked with over the five years. You can expect: food, coffee, a mega aid station, stalls, shops, entertainment and more. We'll pull out all of the stops and make this the biggest and best celebration that we can because we just love doing that. You may attempt to complete as many laps as possible over the full six hours, or you may choose to finish just one, the choice is yours and you don't have to decide how far you're running until you're running! If you complete 4 laps you have covered a half marathon, 8 laps, a full marathon and 9 laps or more will be classed as an Ultra. At Rasselbock we like to put on events how we'd like to have them. No stress, pressure, a great bunch of runners, and a small entry pool so everyone can meet each other. You can decide on the day how far you'd like to run so there are no worries if you're having a "bad running day". Just complete one lap of the event and you're classed as a finisher. No set distance, just go!

Something To Talk About is a forest trail event, set in the heart of the beautiful New Forest, with a Grade I listed 'calendar' manor house as the backdrop. This is a technical trail event suitable for all abilities, comprising a 5K looped route through stunning forest, over boardwalks & alongside beautiful lakes. Participants can choose their own distance on the day, from 5K to ultra-marathon. All finishers of one loop or more will receive a newly-designed metal medal for their hard work. Something To Talk About derives it's name from the from the Badly Drawn Boy song, which appears on the soundtrack to the film About a Boy. There is oodles of space to get comfy for the day, bring a chair, bring a rug, set up your kit & enjoy the day with friends*, your running group** or just soak up the atmosphere. We'll be playing our on-theme playlist tunes throughout the day & everyone is guaranteed to have something to talk about at the end of the day! We offer flexible start times between 9.00am and 10.30am. Just turn up when you're ready to run. All runners to finish by 4.00pm (maximum 7 hours). Number pick-up is on the day at race registration before you start the event. We will have our Run DMC (aid) station at the start/finish of each lap, offering drinks & a wide range of sweet & savoury snacks. Yes, including roast potatoes & cheese! There will also be an area to leave your own items. Please note we are cupless & do not provide plastic cups; please bring your own. Toilets, showers and changing facilities are available. Camping is available; please contact Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Centre to book.  Final instructions will be sent out via email before the event with full race day information. Loops are 3.3ish miles long. Please note, this event is licensed by the TRA and will be run under UKA rules.  as per UK Athletics rules, distance restrictions apply to participants ages 20 or under. *Multiple discounts available on entry **Contact us for larger group discounts

We’ll be heading back to the lovely Rosliston Forest again in for a stomp around in the mud with our special short format. The runs will be a little shorter than usual, only 4 hours long on a 4km loop, but you can still expect the full Rasselbock experience on the day! You may attempt to complete as many laps as possible over the full four hours, or you may choose to finish just one, either way, you will be a finisher and receive your bespoke medal* when you tap out. If you're after the Rasselbock love and care, but everything on a smaller scale with fewer runners around then this has to be the event for you.

Running Events Devon would like to invite you to come and run with us. This event is being held on the 26th September 2026. We are operating our 'TUGG' system as in Turn Up Get Going, you can turn up any time between 7:30 and 14:30 BUT you have to be finished by 15:30. Absolutely all abilities of runners / walkers can take part in our events as you have 7 hours to get to the finish of your final lap, each lap is 5.3k out and back, of our scenic route on an old disused train line. It is an accurately measured course so therefore it is classified as Road, it is run entirely on tarmac. Everyone is welcome whether you are planning to walk or run, whether you finish 1 lap, 4 laps or even 14 laps in the permitted time, we would class you as finisher and a winner, and you can collect your Medal for the event. 1 lap is 5.3k so 4 laps will give you a half marathon, 8 laps will give you full marathon distance, 9 or more laps for an Ultra. Please come and have a try and see how far you can go. Places are strictly limited so please do not leave it too late to enter.

Circuit running welcomes you to our Battle Of Stamford Bridge Run. We are pleased to have another event here in Northampton, it'll be a 6 hour challenge where you can complete 5k all the way up to ultra marathon within the time limit you can start a last lap up to 5:59:59 hrs even if you finish over 6 hours. everyone is welcome weather you run or walk. The course is will be laps of 4.37 miles, there'll be a 5k turn point and a 10k will be 2 laps of the 5k lap, a half marathon will be 4 laps, a marathon 6 laps and an ultra marathon 7 laps and above. The regular course is subject to some change near the time of the event depending on our health and safety review of the planned route. Start time is 9:00am, registration will open at 8:30am. What do I get for taking part: After finishing you'll get an Battle Of Stamford Bridge medal and Also you'll receive our standard 5 piece goody bag for your efforts. Aid table: At the end of each lap there'll be a aid table with water, squash, fizzy drinks and a variety of different food. Please be considerate to other path users with our event being held on a public footpath. Follow or like us on Facebook if you'd like to keep up to date with anything events related: https://www.facebook.com/share/1CCxHYCuah/ Toilet facilities: The venue has toilets available for runners. but there are no separate changing facilities or showers. Parking: There is plenty of parking at the venue, please car share where possible. Event instructions and Numbers: Event instructions will be sent out to participants 7 days before the event via email. Number pick up will be from registration on the morning of event day. There will be somewhere to leave a bag at the start / finish area. However, this is not a secure bag area and the items cannot be watched at all times so please do not leave anything valuable. Our running events are held on public footpaths so we would be very grateful if all runners are considerate of all other path users. The run is licensed by the TRA and run under UKA Athletics rules Maximum distances permitted under rules are as follows: Age 12-13 years. 5,000m Age 14-15 years. 6,000m Age 16 10,000m Age 17 25,000m Age 18-19 45,000m Age 20 and over. No maximum distance For anyone information have a look at our FAQ'S or get in touch with us via email on circuitrunning@outlook.com

Phoenix Running West Sussex is inviting you to our Fox Trot Run at Buchan Park, Crawley, West Sussex. We have been invited to host another run at this popular location. Our feedback from the last event was a collective "I didn't know there was such a hidden gem in Crawley". So come and discover Buchan Country Park which is set in 170 acres of beautiful countryside right on Crawley's doorstep and has won the Green Flag Award, which recognises the best green spaces in the UK, every year since 2010. This is one of our timed events where you choose - from 5km to 10k, half to marathon to ultra, you can complete as many, or as few, laps as you like of a 5.3km, 3.28 mile, out and back, course in the beautiful Buchan Country Park. We welcome all abilities of runner - complete one lap and you're both a finisher and a winner in our eyes, or keep going and see how far you can get in the full 7 hour time limit. At this event you will get the option to choose from any one of our previous medals, so if there is one you liked the look of but missed then this is your chance to have it. Hence the name of the run as you will have 12 medals to choose from. We also operate our uniquely flexible 'rock up and run' start times, so no waiting around if you arrive early and no added pressure if you're running a bit late.  If you have any special start time requirements then just get in touch because depending on the distance you are planning to run we can pretty much accommodate all start time requests. Whilst Phoenix Running West Sussex is very much about the bling and our medals are second to none, we're also acutely conscious that events can be expensive to enter and times are tough right now.  To do our bit we're trailing a 'no medal' entry option at a flat £22.  We cover our base costs, you get a run with all the usual Phoenix support, epic aid station, same day results published, athletes profiles, Phoenix World, digital BIBs, digital finishers certificates, etc, etc but without a medal we can keep the price low for this entry option. Not sure?  Well the beauty of this format is that you don't even need to decide your distance in advance - simply come and run a lap and see how you feel on the day and keep on going if it feels right. Places will be strictly limited so don't leave it too late to enter. We encourage the use of public transport for this event. From Bewbush on route 3, 23 or 200 and get off at Dorsten Square, from Broadfield and Crawley Station on route 1 or Fastway 10 and get off at Pelham Drive. Staggered starts : 08:00 to 10:00 (registration open from 7.30am). Off road, compact trail. Minimum distance is 3.1 miles (5k) or as far as you can go in 7 hours.

The Wensum Way Trail With start times at 9AM (6-hour event) and 11AM (4-hour event), you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy the stunning route, push your limits, and, of course, earn your race bling! Once you cross the finish line, reward yourself with a complimentary coffee and cake while soaking in the atmosphere. An aid station will be conveniently located at base camp, so there's no need to carry excess food or water—just focus on your run and enjoy the journey! The course will be an out and back 5.3k route. A heavy half marathon as standard will be 5 laps (but there is the option to change this on the day to 6 or 7).  An ultra marathon as standard will be 9 laps (but there is the option to increase this, according to time available e.g. upto 12 laps) Entry Perks & Course Details - Parking is included in your race entry—no extra hassle. - All finishers will receive a bespoke medal for the event. Opt for the Lucky Dip option (if available), and you can choose from a selection of previous medals. - The course is a trail run, featuring a mix of tarmac paths, grasslands, and rugged trails—perfect for those who love a bit of variety!  The event encompasses the "Wensum Way" within the park. Important Race Reminder: THIS EVENT IS CUPLESS – Please bring your own cups or bottles for refilling at the aid station to help reduce waste and support eco-friendly running! Whether you're aiming for a personal best, embracing the scenery, or simply here for the camaraderie, this race promises an unforgettable experience.

Running Events Devon would like to invite you to come and run with us. This event is being held on the 27th September 2026. We are operating our 'TUGG' system as in Turn Up Get Going, you can turn up any time between 7:30 and 14:30 BUT you have to be finished by 15:30. Absolutely all abilities of runners / walkers can take part in our events as you have 7 hours to get to the finish of your final lap, each lap is 5.3k out and back, of our scenic route on an old disused train line. It is an accurately measured course so therefore it is classified as Road, it is run entirely on tarmac. Everyone is welcome whether you are planning to walk or run, whether you finish 1 lap, 4 laps or even 14 laps in the permitted time, we would class you as finisher and a winner, and you can collect your Medal for the event. 1 lap is 5.3k so 4 laps will give you a half marathon, 8 laps will give you full marathon distance, 9 or more laps for an Ultra. Please come and have a try and see how far you can go. Places are strictly limited so please do not leave it too late to enter.

The Dartmoor Way FULL CIRCLE 100 & GRANITE 50 The FULL CIRCLE is a complete circumnavigation of Dartmoor. 106 miles in total, with over 4500m of ascent. There is a 34-hour time limit with 6 fully stocked Indoor Aid Stations. Each runner will carry a GPS tracker and will be visible online for remote viewing. The Dartmoor Way GRANITE 50 follows the eastern section of the FULL CIRCLE and is 51 miles in total. There is a 15 hour time limit with 3 fully stocked Indoor Aid Stations Each runner will carry a GPS tracking device.

The Maverick South Downs Trail 2026 SATURDAY 3 OCTOBER 2026 QUEEN ELIZABETH COUNTRY PARK We head to the South Downs for another fun-packed Trail Run with five race distances on offer. Whilst the routes are aimed at all levels of runners, the emphasis is on taking you Mavericks to your first / funnest Ultra. With all five routes starting at Queen Elizabeth Country Park , you’ll be running straight out into this wooden wonderland. The route picks up the infamous South Downs Way, with runners on the Marathon & Ultra route enjoying a 15km stretch on undulating chalky trails. All four routes pack a punch with some short sharp climbs that get the legs and lungs burning. The Ultra route will take you through Harting Downs and West Dean Woods. Please note, there is no outpost on the Short route. This is a beautiful route that crisscrosses the Hampshire & Sussex border with woodlands, farm trails and ridgeways to run along. If you haven’t run your first ultra yet... then join us for this one. You won’t regret it. Bring the families, support crews and cheer squad and relax and enjoy the Maverick event village. We look forward to seeing you all in October!

About The Event Come and join Saturn Too for The Doughnut Dash! At this event you can earn yourself a super fun medal along with some doughnuts at the finish line to celebrate your achievement!! All abilities are welcome at our super-inclusive events and we also welcome walkers too. The £22.00 entry price is available only to members. You can become a member by logging into your profile and purchasing one of the membership schemes. As well as the cheapest entry price, a member is guaranteed entry to the run and gets a mini-me medal pin at every event they attend! Distance & Time This is a 7 hour Time Challenge event which allows you full control over the distance you want to run. The minimum distance is 3km, which is part of a lap. A full lap is 4.37 miles or 7km (this is subject to change to a 3.28 mile loop depending on course conditions) and you can run as many, or as few, of these laps as you like subject to UK athletics age restrictions (please see the restrictions below). We will have a 3k turn point and 5k turn point within the lap which is available to allow our younger runners to comply with the UK Athletics distance rules. It is 3 laps for a half marathon, 6 for a marathon and 7 or over for an ultra, we also have a 50km distance available. The regular course is subject to some change near the time of the event depending on our health and safety review of the course. Course The course is around the beautiful Dare Valley Country Park on well maintained paths. There are lovely views of the surrounding country side making this an interesting course to run. We have a fantastic route that is all on well maintained footpaths so is perfect for a road trainer. Medals & Pins As long as you complete 3km, you will be an official finisher and you will receive one of our fantastic themed medals! We also have distance pins available for anyone who runs a half-marathon distance or more. Pins available to collect are our Half-Marathon, Mega-Half, Marathon, 50km and Ultra pins. You will receive one pin on the ribbon of your medal to reflect your achievement. Goody Bag Absolutely! You earned the calories after all, so all our finishers get a goody bag. As well as our standard goody bag, with a selection of various goodies to choose from, we also have a fabulous vegan goody bag for our vegan runners. Aid Table We have a fantastic aid table and drinks table at the start / finish of each lap. There is an incredible selection of drinks and savoury or sweet snacks such as crisps, cheese, fruit and cookies with vegan options also available and of course we couldn't have a Will Run for Ice Cream event without there being an array of ice cream to choose from for all finishers! Special Event If our event is a special event for you, for instance your 50th, 99th, 100th, 200th, 250th etc., half or full marathon then please let us know. You will receive a special running number with your name on it and the date of the event. Venue Facilities The venue has toilets available for runners. but there are no separate changing facilities or showers. There is also a great cafe which serves hot drinks and food, this is right by the race HQ. Car Parking There is free parking at the venue. Race Day Instructions & Number Pick Up Final race day instructions will be sent out via email in the week leading up to the event and will include full race day information. Number pick up is on the day at race registration before the start of the event. Other Information There will be somewhere to leave a bag at the start / finish area. However, this is not a secure bag area and the items cannot be watched at all times so please do not leave anything valuable. Bone conducting headphones ONLY are allowed. Our running events are held on public footpaths so we would be grateful if all runners were considerate of other path users. This event is organised and managed by Saturn Too Limited, a franchise partner of Saturn Running.

The Hardwick Hobble is a six-hour challenge on a looped course around the amazing National Trust Heritage site at Hardwick Hall. You may attempt to complete as many laps as possible over the full six hours, or you may choose to finish just one, the choice is yours and you don't have to decide how far you're running until you're running! The course will take you around the stunning grounds of the Hardwick Estate, from the ponds and farmlands to past the house itself. The route is 5.66km long, so 4 laps is a Half Marathon, 8 laps a marathon and 9 laps or more will class as an Ultra. At Rasselbock we like to put on events how we'd like to have them. No stress, pressure, a great bunch of runners, and a small entry pool so everyone can meet each other. You can decide on the day how far you'd like to run so there are no worries if you're having a "bad running day". Just complete one lap of the event and you're classed as a finisher and claim a medal.

Welcome to CIRCUIT RUNNING we look forward to welcoming you to our Hull Culture Run II The event is a 6 hour challenge timed event where you can run anything from a 5k up to ultra marathon within the time limit. The event will start at 8:50am and registration will open at 8:25am on Saturday 3/10/2026. The course will be 4.37 miles a lap but there'll be a 5k turn point and a 10k will be 2 laps of the 5k lap, a half marathon will be 3 laps of the 4.37 miles course, 6 laps for a marathon, 7 or more for an ultra marathon. There'll be a aid table at the end of each lap with water, squash, fizzy drinks and a variety of different foods like sweets, biscuits grapes plus lots more for you to help yourself to every time you pass the aid table. You can start your last lap up until 5:59:59 hrs. Course is predominantly on a tarmac path along an old railway line with a small section of trail, the course is out and back with no navigation required. Toilets will be at a local lesuire facility. Parking: Parking is on Preston road in the parking bays down there near to poorhouse lane please park responsibly it's a short walk from the event start location. Please do not park in any local business car parks or along poorhouse lane as there is parking restrictions down there. After finishing you'll receive a bespoke medal and a goody bag for your hard earned effort. Follow or like us on Facebook if you'd like to keep up to date with anything events related: https://www.facebook.com/share/1CCxHYCuah/ The run is licensed by the TRA and run under UKA Athletics rules Maximum distances permitted under rules are as follows: Age 12-13 years. 5,000m Age 14-15 years. 6,000m Age 16 10,000m Age 17 25,000m Age 18-19 45,000m Age 20 and over. No maximum distance For any more information have a look at our FAQ'S or get in touch with us via email on circuitrunning@outlook.com

Phoenix Running Hampshire is inviting you to join us in the beautiful Forest of Bere for our 'Think Pink Day 1' event. This is one of our timed events where you choose from 5km to Ultra. The course is a 3.28 mile out/back through the beautiful Forest of Bere. We welcome all abilities of runner. Complete one lap and you're both a finisher and a winner in our eyes, or keep going and see how far you can get in the full 7 hour time limit. We operate our uniquely flexible rock up and run start times, so no waiting around if you arrive early and no added pressure if you're running a bit late. The official start time is at 0800, but you are welcome to start anytime up till 1300. Give yourself plenty of time to complete the distance of your choice, as the course will close at 1500. Our aid station is also famous for all its sweet and savoury goodies and our signature POTATOES, we will always provide plenty of Vegan options too, so you won't go hungry! Places will be strictly limited so don't leave it too late to enter. Minimum distance is 3.28 miles or as far as you can go in 7 hours. Off road trail, the terrain is hard packed/well established trail. The overall course has an 80 meter gain. Parking charges apply: £2 for up to 2 hours, £4 up to 4 hours, £6 all day. 20% of proceeds go directly to Forestry England for the caring of the woodlands. This race is licensed by the TRA and will be run under UK Athletics rules.