Mendip Marauder 50 Miler

Frome, United Kingdom • 30 Aug 2025

The Mendip Marauder is a challenging ultra running event held in Somerset, England, featuring two distances: a 30-mile and a 50-mile race. The 50-miler covers the entire Mendip Way, starting in Frome and finishing at Uphill Sands Beach, while the 30-miler begins in Wells and follows the latter part of the route. The course is notably hilly, with over 5,500 feet of elevation gain for the 50-miler, offering stunning panoramic views, woodland trails, rolling countryside, and notable landmarks like Ebbor Gorge, Cranmore Tower, Wells Cathedral, and Cheddar Reservoir. Aid stations provide refreshments, and the race emphasizes respect for local communities and environmental care. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 mi
5516 m+
50 Miler
30 mi
4161 m+
30 Miler
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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