The Rosebud Marathon
Brixworth, United Kingdom • 11 Apr 2026
The Rosebud Marathon is a 26.2-mile section of the Rose of the Shires Ultra Marathon, set in Northamptonshire from Hartwell to Brixworth Country Park near Northampton. It’s a scenic, multi-terrain course with about 14 miles of cross-country trails, 10.4 miles of roads, and 1.8 miles on canal towpath, featuring elevation gains of around +378m and -399m. Runners pass countryside lanes, the Grand Union Canal, and 14 villages along the Nene Way, Midshires Way and the Northampton Round. Highlights include two aid checkpoints, GPS/tracker live tracking for spectators, and finishers’ medals with merchandise. Transport to the start is available from the organizers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.