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Butcombe Trail Ultra

Rowberrow, United Kingdom • 25 Apr 2026

The Butcombe Trail Ultra is a challenging trail ultramarathon held in the Mendip Hills, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the UK. It features two self-navigation race distances: 50 miles and 50 kilometers, both following a mostly off-road route that criss-crosses scenic countryside and passes six pubs. The event starts and finishes at the Mendip Activity Centre in Churchill and is organized by the volunteer-run Town & Country Harriers running club to support the Mendip Hills Fund. The race emphasizes safety with mandatory kit and tracking devices, and serves as a qualifier for the prestigious UTMB® series. It offers inclusive prize categories and strong community support. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom South West (England) Rowberrow

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50 mi
50 Miles
50 km
50 Kilometres
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