Ultra Running Hub Reading, United Kingdom · Saturday, May 9, 2026
Goring Gap Run 50 Mile Ultra
What the course asks
Typical conditions, May
Regional 2001-2020 average for May — NASA POWER, grid elevation 112 m. Not a forecast.
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 80 km of trail with 404 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes 80 km of trail — cushioning that is still there in the last quarter.
- Race Nutrition 80 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
- Hydration Vests Flask capacity for 80 km, without the bounce.
- Headlamps A 14 h limit puts you out there after dark.
- GPS Watches Battery life first — a 80 km day outlasts most full-GPS modes.
Overview
The Goring Gap Run 50 Mile Ultra in Reading, United Kingdom, is a trail race with a 14-hour time limit. This cut-off is tighter than 60% of its 457 peer 50-mile races, requiring a pace faster than 10.5 minutes per kilometer.
The course features 404 meters of elevation gain over 80 kilometers, averaging 5.1 meters of climb per kilometer. The route predominantly uses public footpaths, with some quiet lanes and village roads. Entry costs between £78 and £80 for the May 9, 2026 event.
Similar races
Other 50 mi trail ultras, closest in distance first.