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Rose of the Shires Ultra

Brixworth, United Kingdom • 11 Apr 2026

The Rose of the Shires Ultra is a scenic 54-mile circular ultra marathon held in Northamptonshire, starting and finishing at Brixworth Country Park. The course features approximately 72% trails, including country paths, towpaths, and forest tracks, with the remaining 28% on roads. Runners traverse beautiful countryside landmarks such as Salcey Forest, the Grand Union Canal, and 21 villages, following parts of the Nene Way, Midshires Way, and Northampton Round.

The event includes six checkpoints offering refreshments and is fully tracked with real-time GPS for spectator engagement. There are relay options dividing the race into seven legs, and a shorter Rosebud Marathon covering the final 26 miles. The race is UTMB-indexed and offers a friendly, well-supported atmosphere. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom East Midlands (England) Brixworth

Race information

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54 mi
706 m+
Rose of the Shires Ultra 54 Miles
26 mi
378 m+
Rosebud Marathon 26.2 Miles
8 mi
Rose of the Shires Relay Race (7 Legs Varying From 6.8 to 8.7 Miles)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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