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The Full Essex Way Ultra

Name: The Full Essex Way Ultra
Start: 2025-07-04
End: 2025-07-05
Location: Epping

Epping, United Kingdom • 4-5 Jul 2025

The Full Essex Way Ultra is an 82-mile ultra-marathon that takes participants from Epping tube station in London to the historic port of Harwich. Scheduled for July 4-5, 2025, the event features a mixed terrain of trails, footpaths, tracks, and roads, with a total elevation gain of 3,469 feet. Runners will encounter five checkpoints along the route and can utilize one drop bag. The event is organized by Rocketship Events Ltd and adheres to UK Athletics rules. A portion of the entry fee is donated to the Essex Wildlife Trust, promoting environmental conservation. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom East of England Epping

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UTMB 100K

82 mi

3469 m+

Full Essex Way Ultra

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Trail runs nearby

Wednesday Dec 18

Search For Santa - Littley Green

Littley Green - 17 mi from Epping

6 mi

The Search For Santa is a unique 6-mile self-navigation trail race taking place on December 18, 2024, in Littley Green. Participants will receive a written route description on the day, as the course is unmarked and not marshaled. The event encourages a fun atmosphere, with opportunities to find hid..

Sunday Dec 22

Elves 11Ish Trail

Maldon - 24 mi from Epping

11 mi

The Elves 11ish Trail is a unique narrative trail race taking place on December 22, 2024, starting and finishing at the Blackwater Leisure Centre. Participants will navigate a circular route of 11 miles, primarily off-road, using written instructions instead of traditional markers. A well-stocked ch..

Thursday Dec 26

Pitsea RC Crown to Crown

Basildon - 18 mi from Epping

5 km

The Pitsea RC Crown to Crown is a 5K off-road trail race taking place on December 26, 2024, at Westley Heights Country Park. This event welcomes participants of all abilities, with a focus on safety and community spirit. The race features a mass start, and the route includes bridleways and sections ..

Saturday Dec 28

Ilford AC 10 mile Cross Country

Hainault Forest Country Park - 5 mi from Epping

10 mi

The Ilford AC 10 Mile Cross Country is an annual running event organized by Ilford Athletic Club, taking place on December 28, 2024, at Hainault Forest. The race features a challenging 10-mile course consisting of three laps across undulating tracks and grassland. It honors the memory of Kevin Newel..

Sunday Dec 29

Trifarm Winter Trail Run 10k

Chelmsford - 15 mi from Epping

10 km

The Trifarm Winter Trail Run 10k is the concluding event of a four-round seasonal trail run series, taking place at Trifarm in Boreham, Essex. This predominantly off-road race features a scenic route along public footpaths and bridleways. Participants can enjoy amenities such as on-site parking, bot..

Monday Dec 30

Six Geese a Laying

Felsted - 18 mi from Epping

5 mi

8 mi

13 mi

The Six Geese A Laying event, organized by Essex Trail Events, is a unique self-navigation trail race taking place on December 30, 2024. Participants can choose from three distances: a half marathon, 8 miles, or 5 miles. Runners will receive a written route description on the day of the event, as th..