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Rose of the Shires Ultra

Brixworth, United Kingdom • 11 Apr 2026

The Rose of the Shires Ultra is a flagship 54-mile ultramarathon set in Northamptonshire, starting and finishing at Brixworth Country Park. The scenic circular course features a mix of 36.4 miles of cross-country trails, 15.6 miles of roads, and 1.8 miles of canal towpath, passing through charming villages, Salcey Forest, the Grand Union Canal, and parts of the Nene Way and Midshires Way. Runners navigate a waymarked route with six checkpoints offering refreshments. A relay option divides the race into seven legs for teams. The event also includes the Rosebud Marathon, covering the final 26.2 miles of the ultra, both offering real-time GPS tracking and awards for top finishers. 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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