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Is it time to try an Ultra?

If you're feeling inspired by the scenes at UTMB it might be time to give it a go. We've put together a list of 6 of the best beginner-friendly Ultra Marathons to take on over the next 12 months.

1 / Ultra X England (110km Single Stage, 110km Multi Stage, 60km, 50km, 25km, 12km)

Ultra X England is an event that takes place in the Peak District National Park in September each year. It offers four race distances: 110km (two-stage), 60km, 50km and 25km. Ultra X England takes place in the Peak District, the UK’s first National Park. Located at the southern edge of the Pennines, the Peak…
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2 / Testway Ultra

Offering everything Hampshire has to offer from the chalky downs of the North to the picturesque villages of the South. From the Northern Hampshire/Berkshire border to the southern town of Totton in Southampton. Distance. 50 and 40 mile Ultra Marathon. Ticket price. 50 Mile = £80 plus additional £10 for use of the…
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3 / Chiltern Ridge Classic 50K

An iconic 50K ultra marathon in the Chiltern Hills, traversing the stunning ridgeline trails between Ivinghoe Beacon & Whiteleaf. Starting from Berkhamsted Castle our route takes runners to Ashridge, Ivinghoe Beacon, Coombe Hill and Whiteleaf, showcasing some of the best trails and viewpoints in the Chiltern Hills.
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4 / Ultra X Spring Trail Series (110km, 50 miler, 50km, 25km and 12km)

The Spring Trail Series offers five race distances: 110km, 50Miles, 50km, 25km and 12km The Spring Trail Series by Ultra X takes place on the Serpent Trail, a stunning route that weaves through the greensand hills, river, woodland, and lowland heath of the South Downs National Park, a habitat which is rarer than…
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5 / Run to the Sea Brighton Ultramarathon

The Run to the Sea Brighton 50k Ultra Marathon is a fabulous multi terrain point-to-point course that stretches from Horsham to Hove, Brighton seafront. The 50km course includes a variety of terrain, including wonderful trails, rolling downs and coastal promenade. Suitable for all from beginners to experienced…
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6 / Beat the Sunset 50km

Welcome to the Beat The Sunset 50km Ultra Marathon, starting in Maidenhead from 12:00 Noon on Saturday May 22nd 2027. With sunset due at 8:57pm, the task sounds simple; just Beat The Sunset and make it back to the finish before darkness falls! The generous cut off time makes this perfect for newcomers to the world…
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