Ultra Running Hub Whitby, United Kingdom · Sunday, July 12, 2026
Eight Stations Ultra 50km
What the course asks
Typical conditions, July
Regional 2001-2020 average for July — NASA POWER, grid elevation 57 m. Not a forecast.
Course notes
- terrain This is a mountain course. Poles are highly recommended for the sustained climbs.
- gear With trail terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.
Gear for this race
Chosen for 50 km of trail with 3,322 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes 66 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
- Race Nutrition 50 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
- Hydration Vests Pole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
- Trekking Poles 3,322 m of ascent to walk up.
- Headlamps A 13 h limit puts you out there after dark.
Overview
The Eight Stations Ultra 50km was a trail race held in Whitby, United Kingdom on July 12, 2026. This 50km event featured 3322m of elevation gain, making for a climb of 66.4m per kilometer. This amount of climbing means the race was more challenging than most 50k events.
With a 13-hour time limit, the cut-off pace was 15.6 minutes per kilometer. This time limit was tighter than 18% of 50k cut-offs, yet more generous than 82% of its 1048 peers. The entry fee for this race was between £57 and £59.
The course description indicated a start in Whitby, tracing the Esk Valley Railway Line before joining the North Yorkshire Moor Railway Line, and concluding in Pickering. Runners passed eight railway stations along the route.
Similar races
Other 50K trail ultras, closest in distance first.