Forest of Dean Ultra Marathon
Coleford, United Kingdom • 10 Oct 2026
Forest of Dean Ultra Marathon : 55 km
The Forest of Dean Ultra Marathon is a 55 km circular trail around the Forest of Dean with a route that highlights woodland, ridges, fields and riverside sections by the River Wye. The course combines technical single track and wider open stretches and passes the Symonds Yat viewpoint before weaving back through countryside and forest toward Beechenhurst and Monmouth.
The event is self navigated using a precise GPX file that participants must carry on a phone or sports watch. The route may change year to year; the exact GPX will be sent to participants nearer the event. Navigation ability affects time and compliance; the top finishers must submit GPX files for route checking.
Race support includes a minimum of three well stocked aid stations with toilets, water, food, snacks and electrolytes, plus parking for support vehicles. Beechenhurst serves as race HQ and parking. There are open cafes at Beechenhurst, Symonds Yat and Mallards Pike. Organisers provide free race photos, finishers medal, merchandise and a runners speed cup. Support vehicles, qualified race staff and medical professionals are available on course.
Canicross entries are permitted and have a separate category. The event enforces mandatory equipment and a 10 hour course cutoff. A portion of registration fees supports Forestry England. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.