Ultra Running Hub Woolwich, United Kingdom · Saturday, June 20, 2026
Beyond London
What the course asks
DUV results for the 2024 edition (55km) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
Typical conditions, June
Regional 2001-2020 average for June — NASA POWER, grid elevation 73 m. Not a forecast.
Results history
| Year | Race | Finishers | Men's winner | Women's winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 55km | 407 | Steve Pennington · 04:03:16 | Alicia Ellison · 05:05:51 |
33% of the 2024 field were women.
DUV results for the 2024 edition (55km) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
The Aid Station
Course-specific beta from the community
This is a fast & flat course. Expect fast, runnable sections where rhythm is key.
With trail terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.
Gear for this race
Chosen for 55 km of trail with 570 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes 55 km of trail — cushioning that is still there in the last quarter.
- Race Nutrition 55 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
- Hydration Vests Flask capacity for 55 km, without the bounce.
- GPS Watches Battery life first — a 55 km day outlasts most full-GPS modes.
Overview
Beyond London is a 55-kilometer trail race starting in Woolwich, United Kingdom, with its next edition scheduled for June 20, 2026. With 407 finishers in 2024, it has a larger field than 97% of 50k races, placing it among the biggest 50k events.
The course features 570 meters of elevation gain, averaging 10.4 meters of climb per kilometer. Runners have 10 hours to complete the course, a cutoff that is tighter than 60% of 50k races. This time limit translates to a cutoff pace of 10.9 minutes per kilometer, leaving less margin than in many other 50k events.
The route largely follows the southern half of the Capital Ring footpath, offering a mix of trails, footpaths, parks, disused railway lines, and woodland. The entry fee is £85.
Similar races
Other 50K trail ultras, closest in distance first.