The Butcombe Trail Ultra Marathon, first established in 2016 by the Bristol-based Town & Country Harriers, has become a popular event in the ultrarunning community. The 2025 edition, set for April 26, offers two race distances: the traditional 50-mile route and a newly introduced 50-kilometer race. Both routes are self-navigation and pass through the beautiful Mendip Hills and picturesque villages, with participants navigating off-road trails and completing a challenging course. Along the way, runners visit six pubs that mark key checkpoints. The 50-mile race is recognized as a qualifying event for the UTMB® series, and the 50-kilometer route has also gained popularity for offering a fresh challenge for returning participants.
Races
50 Mile
50km
Race Date:
26 April, 2025
The Butcombe Trail Ultra 50 km, also on April 26, 2025, offers a 31-mile course through the Mendip Hills with an elevation gain of 1,200 meters. Organized by TACH, this race provides a scenic, self-navigated route that begins and ends at the Mendip Activity Centre.
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FAQs
What is the Butcombe Trail 50km?
How long is the Butcombe Trail 50km?
Where does the Butcombe Trail 50km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Butcombe Trail 50km?
How can I prepare for the Butcombe Trail 50km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Butcombe Trail 50km?
The Butcombe Trail Ultra 50 km, also on April 26, 2025, offers a 31-mile course through the Mendip Hills with an elevation gain of 1,200 meters. Organized by TACH, this race provides a scenic, self-navigated route that begins and ends at the Mendip Activity Centre.
The Butcombe Trail 50km is 50km long.
The Butcombe Trail 50km takes place in Butcombe, Bristol, UK.
The Butcombe Trail 50km elevation gain is 1200 metres, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Butcombe Trail 50km?
The Butcombe Trail Ultra 50 km, also on April 26, 2025, offers a 31-mile course through the Mendip Hills with an elevation gain of 1,200 meters. Organized by TACH, this race provides a scenic, self-navigated route that begins and ends at the Mendip Activity Centre.
How long is the Butcombe Trail 50km?
The Butcombe Trail 50km is 50km long.
Where does the Butcombe Trail 50km take place?
The Butcombe Trail 50km takes place in Butcombe, Bristol, UK.
What is the elevation gain of the Butcombe Trail 50km?
The Butcombe Trail 50km elevation gain is 1200 metres, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
How can I prepare for the Butcombe Trail 50km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Butcombe Trail 50km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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