Rose of the Shires Ultra

Brixworth, United Kingdom • 11 Apr 2026

Rose of the Shires Ultra is a 54‑mile circular ultra starting and finishing at Brixworth Country Park, near Northampton. Described as friendly and welcoming by the organizers, the route meanders through Northamptonshire’s countryside, including Salcey Forest, the Grand Union Canal, and parts of the Nene Way, Midshires Way, and the Northampton Round, passing villages. Terrain is about three-quarters trail with the rest on road and towpath, with an elevation gain of roughly 2,315 ft (706 m). The event uses Geo Tracks for live progress, six checkpoints, and a one-loop format for logistics. A Rose of the Shires Relay and the Rosebud Marathon complete the offering; it’s UTMB Index rated. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

54 mi
706 m+
Rose of the Shires Ultra – 54 Miles
26 mi
378 m+
Rosebud Marathon – 26.2 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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