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We know, we know… It’s wintertime. However, while most races run between March and October, some exceptional races still happen through the dark, icy winter months. 

Country to Capital 

4th January

This is a 43-mile event that takes you through the Buckinghamshire countryside, picking up the Grand Union Canal towpath and finishing in London. The race is the first of the Go Beyond Challenges Grand Slam, equating to over 180 miles over four races: Country to Capital, the Rose of the Shires, Shires & Spires, and Thames Trail Ultras.

Montane Winter Spine Race 

11th-19th January

Widely considered ‘Britain’s Most Brutal’, this 268-mile race traverses the length of the Pennine Way, beginning in Edale and finishing in Kirk Yetholm. Racers will climb over 10,000 meters as the route crosses some of England’s most beautiful but challenging terrain, including the Peak District, Yorkshire Dales, Northumberland National Park, Hadrian’s Wall and the Cheviots.

Arc of Attrition by UTMB 

24th-26th January

Running the South West Coastal Path is difficult on a good day. Add in wet and cold weather and difficult terrain underfoot, and you have the Arc 100 and Arc 50. The inaugural event, held in 2015, was created to fill a gap in the UK Winter Trail Running calendar. Since then, the Arc of Attrition has grown from a single 100-mile race with 54 local competitors to a global event attracting the best trail runners.

North Downs Way Ultra

2nd February

Starting and finishing at St Martha’s, Guildford, this run features some of the best parts of the North Downs Way and surrounding areas, including the infamous Box Hill. You will run 30 miles exploring the Surrey Hills in a relaxed method. The organisers have stressed that it isn’t a race but a chance to extend your mileage while meeting new people.

Harrogate Hustle

8th February 

A scenic race around Harrogate and Knaresborough. This 34-mile route is particularly suitable for first-timers at all distances, encircling the spa town of Harrogate at a radius of 3-4 miles, mostly on attractive country paths and passing through the spectacular Nidd Gorge.