Ultra Running Hub Beechenhurst, United Kingdom · Saturday, October 10, 2026
Forest of Dean Ultra Marathon
What the course asks
DUV results for the 2025 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, October
Regional 2001-2020 average for October — NASA POWER, grid elevation 103 m. Not a forecast.
Results history
| Year | Race | Finishers | Men's winner | Women's winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 55km | 137 | Gioele Passoni · 04:47:59 | India Landy · 05:31:19 |
32% of the 2025 field were women.
DUV results for the 2025 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 rolling 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 1,300 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes 24 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
- Race Nutrition 55 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
- Hydration Vests Pole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
- Trekking Poles 1,300 m of ascent to walk up.
- GPS Watches Battery life first — a 55 km day outlasts most full-GPS modes.
Overview
The Forest of Dean Ultra Marathon, a 55-kilometer trail race, debuted in 2025 and is organised by Dave Talbot Ltd. Its 1300 meters of elevation gain mean an average of 23.6 meters of climb per kilometer, making it a demanding course for its distance.
With 137 finishers in its first edition, this race draws a larger field than 85% of 50k races. The 10-hour time limit translates to a 10.9 minutes per kilometer cutoff pace, which is tighter than 60% of peer 50k races, requiring consistent progress.
Similar races
Other 50K trail ultras, closest in distance first.