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Malvern Hills Ultra

Abberley, United Kingdom • 2 May 2026

The Malvern Hills Ultra is a challenging ultra running event held in Worcestershire, UK, starting and finishing at Abberley Village Hall. Scheduled for May 2, 2026, it offers four race distances: 23, 31, 38, and 47 miles, with the longest featuring over 2,900 meters of ascent along the scenic Worcestershire Way. The course is an out-and-back route passing notable points like Sally’s Place and British Camp.

Navigation is aided by downloadable maps, GPX files, and experienced pacers called "Time Lords" who help runners maintain target finish times of 11, 12, or 13 hours. Participants receive bespoke medals and technical gear upon finishing. The event emphasizes self-navigation, mandatory kit, and environmental respect, including a cup-free policy. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom West Midlands (England) Abberley

Race information

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47 mi
2941 m+
47 Miles
38 mi
38 Miles
31 mi
31 Miles
23 mi
23 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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