Logo

Orion Harriers - Epic Epping Forest Ultra

London, United Kingdom • 27 Sep 2025

The Epic Epping Forest Ultra, organized by Orion Harriers, is a challenging trail running event held in Epping Forest, London. The 2025 edition features a 50-mile ultra race consisting of 10 laps of a 5-mile forest trail loop with 3,680 feet of elevation gain. The course is marked with sawdust and flags, includes one marshalled road crossing, and requires runners to cross the start/finish line each lap.

The event offers full ultra, Ultra Lite for fewer laps, and team Enduro formats. Aid stations provide a variety of refreshments, and sports therapy is available. Facilities include toilets, showers, and secure bike parking.

The race emphasizes respect for other forest users and requires mandatory safety kit. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom London London

Race information

Website
50 mi
1120 m+
Epic Epping Forest Ultra 50 Miles
2 X Athlete Enduro (team Event)
4 X Athlete Enduro (team Event)
Ultra Lite (shorter Laps, No Chip Timing)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

Compton Marathon & 16 Mile Challenge

Compton - 30 mi from London

The Compton Marathon & 16 Mile Challenge, organized by the Compton Harriers Running Club, is a popular running event held in Compton, Berkshire. Participants can choose between a full marathon and a 16-mile challenge, both set against scenic backdrops. The event promotes community engagement and enc..

The Maverick X Series North Downs

Cranleigh - 30 mi from London

The Maverick X Series North Downs 2025 is a trail running event held at Cranleigh Showground in Surrey. Participants can choose from four routes: Ultra (52 km, +1387m elevation), Long (43 km, +1104m), Middle (22 km, +590m), and Short (11 km, +317m). The course features undulating single-track trails..

UTMB Index

Reigate Priory Park 10K Charity Fun Run

Reigate - 19 mi from London

The Reigate Priory Park 10K is a scenic charity fun run held in Priory Park, Reigate, Surrey. The course features a 250-meter start plus four laps on an accurately measured, gently undulating cross-country terrain surrounded by lush greenery. Suitable for runners of all levels, the event fosters a f..

Richmond Park Marathon

Richmond - 8 mi from London

The Richmond Park Marathon is a scenic 26.2-mile running event held in Richmond Park, featuring a challenging course that consists of three laps. The first lap is 12 miles, encompassing a route around the park's perimeter and through its center, while the subsequent two laps follow the Tamsin trail,..

Bluebell 5

South Benfleet - 30 mi from London

The Bluebell 5 is an annual running event organized by Pitsea Running Club in collaboration with the Essex Wildlife Trust, taking place on May 18, 2025. This five-mile off-road race offers participants a scenic journey through the picturesque Little Haven Nature Reserve, featuring vibrant bluebells,..

Greensand Way Ultra Run

Guildford - 26 mi from London

The Greensand Way Ultra Run is a 30-mile trail running event starting and finishing at West Hanger near Guildford, Surrey. It showcases some of the best sections of the North Downs Way and the Greensand Way, including scenic landmarks like Box Hill, Leith Hill—the highest point in Southeast England—..