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Samaritans Way Ultra

Guisborough, United Kingdom • 6 Jun 2026

About the Event

The Samaritans Way Ultra Trail takes place on Saturday, June 6, 2026, starting at Guisborough Rugby Club. The event is run in partnership with Teesside Samaritans, with profits from the event being donated directly to that branch. It uses the official Samaritans Way trails created by Teesside Samaritans.

Distances and Format

The event offers the following distances:

  • 40km Marathon Run
  • 60km Ultra Marathon Run

The 60km distance can also be run as a relay team event.

Pricing

Entry prices vary based on distance, affiliation status, and registration period. The 40km marathon has different age eligibility (18+) than the 60km ultra (20+). There is also a "Predictor League" where participants can win based on the accuracy of their predicted finish time.

Event Features

The event includes a finisher's medal, an event T-shirt, and food and drink at the finish. The route has fully stocked checkpoints, full marshaling, and medical cover. The event is permitted by the Association of Running Clubs (ARC). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North East (England) Guisborough

Race information

Registration
60 km
60km Ultra Marathon
40 km
40km Marathon
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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