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Apr
10
2027
Brixworth, England (United Kingdom) - "The Rose of the Shires Ultra Marathon". The Rose of the Shires Ultra is one of our flagship events, providing crazy runners with a sensibly priced race in the heart of Northamptonshire. This circular route will take you through an area renowned as the second garden of England OK Kent, you beat us to first place! Along the way, you will enjoy 54-miles of incredible scenery, country trails, roads and towpaths. Featuring around three-quarters trails with the rest being road, Rose of the Shires starts and finishes at Brixworth Country Park, where there is plenty of room for parking. Found just 20 minutes drive from the M1, this is the perfect starting point for a race which is really easy in terms of planning and logistics because of its one loop format. The route passes through the beautiful Northamptonshire countryside, including two stunning country parks, Salcey Forest, the Grand Union Canal and 21 pretty villages and towns. It winds its way along parts of the Nene Way, the Midshires Way an d the Northampton Round. The Rose of the Shires has six checkpoints, found at six to eight mile intervals along the course and manned by members of local running clubs who are keen to give something back to this sport we love and to help you on your way in this epic race. The event is fully tracked and interactive, so friends and family will be able to follow your progress from the comfort of their armchairs and make sure you re sticking to the correct route! www.gobeyondchallenge.com/ultra-marathons/rose-of-the-shires-ultra
May
09
2027
Naseby, England (United Kingdom) - "Shires and Spires Multi Terrain Half Marathon". The race is based in the village of Naseby, famous for the Battle of Naseby in 1645. Picture this, you're stood on the start line in a beautiful Northamptonshire village and everyone is a little apprehensive about what's to come. But hey, you are all running, some further than others, but the excitement and anticipation is the same for everyone and you realise that running is just that, running. You are about to take part in Shires and Spires, a five-distance circular event with a mixture of trails and roads comprising 10K (road), Half Marathon, 3/4 Marathon (new for 2024), Marathon, and Ultra Marathon (35 miles!). All distances start and finish at Naseby Village Hall, which is a great central location close to the A14, M1, and M6 motorways. The routes take in the beautiful Northamptonshire countryside. We have created a mini running festival with the chance to enjoy the excitement of race day regardless of the distance you are doing. The event is run in a clockwise direction on even years and anti-clockwise on odd years, both give you a different perspective on this scenic route. Which is harder? That's for you to decide! www.gobeyondchallenge.com/shires-and-spires-marathon-half-marathon-and-10k
Oct
24
2027
Oxford, England (United Kingdom) - "Thames Trail Ultra Marathon". This demanding run along the Thames is one of the most popular events in the British ultra running calendar. Previously known as the Thames Trot, the event takes in 48 miles from Iffley in Oxfordshire to Henley-on-Thames. Our runners will enjoy the company of England's largest river as it makes its way past ever-changing scenery, beautiful houses, and traditional rowing clubs. Expect everything from tarmac paths to muddy trails on this interesting and challenging course. The run follows both the Thames Path and Ridgeway National Trails, so entrants should be careful not to forget the words "National Trail" rather than simply reading "Thames Path." Starting around three miles south of Oxford, the race heads from Hawkwell House Hotel down to Iffley Lock and across the river. It then follows the towpath through the picturesque towns and villages of the region to Henley-on-Thames. The race finishes at the YMCA Y Centre, in Lawson Road, Henley-on-Thames. www.gobeyondchallenge.com/ultra-marathons/thames-trail-ultra
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