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Ultra X England

Ultra X England takes place on Sat, Sep 12, 2026 in Edale, United Kingdom. The main route is 112 km.

Date
Sat, Sep 12, 2026
Start
Edale 🇬🇧
Distance
112 km
Climbing
4,384 m
Level
Open to all
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Ultra X England is a multi-day ultramarathon and trail running event taking place through Peak District ridgelines, moorland trails, and limestone valleys.

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What this race demands

Ultra X England demands sustained endurance and significant climbing capacity across a 112-kilometer trail course with 4,384 meters of elevation gain.

Distance durability

Covering 112 kilometers requires extensive muscular endurance and the ability to maintain forward motion over extended hours on foot.

Climbing volume

Accumulating 4,384 meters of elevation gain across Peak District ridgelines and moorland trails demands specialized climbing and descending strength.

Target 60 to 90 grams of carbohydrates per hour to sustain energy levels across the multi-hour duration of this ultramarathon.

Estimated finish times

Competitive (sub-3:00 marathon ability)12:00–14:00
Intermediate (3:30–4:00 marathon ability)14:30–17:00
First-timer / Finisher17:30–21:00

Estimates by level, not promises. Your own number depends on your fitness on the day.

Your road to race day

Race day at Ultra X England is 3 weeks away. This is how a coach divides that time. The first phase starts now.

  1. 01Taper2 weeks · Aug 23, 2026 Sep 5, 2026

    Volume drops while intensity stays: short, sharp efforts keep the legs awake as fatigue drains away.

  2. 02Race week1 week · Sep 6, 2026 Sep 12, 2026

    Openers, rest and logistics. The work is done; the job now is arriving fresh.

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