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
Ultra X England is a multi-day ultramarathon and trail running event taking place through Peak District ridgelines, moorland trails, and limestone valleys.
Official event pageWhat 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
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.
01Taper2 weeks · Aug 23, 2026 – Sep 5, 2026
Volume drops while intensity stays: short, sharp efforts keep the legs awake as fatigue drains away.
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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