Logo

Country to Capital Ultra Marathon

Wendover, United Kingdom • 10 Jan 2026

The Country to Capital Ultra Marathon is a renowned 43-mile point-to-point race starting at the Shoulder of Mutton Pub in Wendover and finishing near Little Venice Canal Basin in London. Serving as the official opener to the ultra running season, it attracts a global field of elite and amateur runners. The scenic course traverses the Buckinghamshire countryside, crosses the M25 via bridge, and follows the Grand Union Canal towpath into central London.

The terrain includes cross-country trails, roads, and canal paths with an elevation gain of about 1,375 feet. The event features five checkpoints offering water, snacks, and the famous Go Beyond fruit cake. Participants receive GPS trackers for real-time navigation and tracking.

The finish area provides facilities like showers and relaxation space. This popular, historically sell-out race is also the first in the Grand Slam series of four ultra marathons totaling over 180 miles. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom South East (England) Wendover

Race information

Website Registration
43 mi
1375 m+
Country to Capital Ultra 43 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

The MTC Oxford Ultra

Oxford - 22 mi from Wendover

The MTC Oxford Ultra is a 49-mile ultra marathon starting from Travelodge Oxford Abingdon Road and finishing at The Catherine Wheel in Henley-on-Thames. The point-to-point course follows the Thames Path, passing scenic landmarks such as Sandford Weir, Culham, Cholsey, Moulsford, Streatley, Whitchurc..

The MTC Windsor Ultra

Henley-on-Thames - 17 mi from Wendover

The MTC Windsor Ultra is a challenging 47-mile ultra marathon held in the UK, starting in Henley-on-Thames and finishing in Kingston upon Thames. The point-to-point course follows the River Thames, passing landmarks such as Marlow Lock, Cookham Moor, Maidenhead Bridge, Windsor Racecourse, Windsor Ca..

Thames Meander Summer

Richmond - 28 mi from Wendover

The Thames Meander Summer is a scenic riverside running event held in Richmond, starting at the Petersham & Ham Sea Scouts HQ and following the Thames Path towpath towards Canbury Gardens in Kingston-upon-Thames. It offers three race distances: a 10km (one 6.25-mile out-and-back loop), a half marath..

Dinton 5km & 10km Summer Series

Hurst - 21 mi from Wendover

The Dinton 5km & 10km Summer Series, hosted by Barnes Fitness, is a popular running event held at Dinton Pastures Country Park near Reading. Celebrating its 13th year, the series takes place over four months with races on select Thursdays from May to August. It features friendly, traffic-free off-ro..

Windsor & Eton 10km

Windsor - 20 mi from Wendover

The Windsor & Eton 10km is a scenic multi-terrain trail run held in the historic Royal town of Windsor, starting and finishing near the Windsor & Eton Brewery by the River Thames. The pancake-flat course covers 10 kilometers, featuring towpaths, footpaths, and short road sections through areas inclu..

Henley River Half Marathon

Henley-on-Thames - 17 mi from Wendover

The Henley River Half Marathon, 10k & Juniors event takes place in Henley-on-Thames, UK, on August 30, 2025. This scenic trail run is suitable for both new and experienced runners, featuring routes around Henley-on-Thames with views starting and finishing at Temple Island Meadows, the Royal Henley R..