Ultra Running Hub Newcastle, United Kingdom · Saturday, October 10, 2026
Mourne Sky Ultra
What the course asks
DUV results for the 2024 edition (50km) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
Typical conditions, October
Results history
| Year | Race | Finishers | Men's winner | Women's winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 50km | 77 | Gavin Dale · 06:27:10 | Laura O'Driscoll · 07:52:52 |
17% of the 2024 field were women.
DUV results for the 2024 edition (50km) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
Course notes
- terrain This is a vertical 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 3,500 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes 70 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 3,500 m of ascent to walk up.
- Headlamps A 12 h limit puts you out there after dark.
Overview
Holding 3500 metres of vertical ascent over 50 kilometres, the Mourne Sky Ultra in Newcastle packs 70 metres of climbing into every kilometre. Organised by Apex Running and scheduled for October 10, 2026, the mountain trail race demands relentless ascending from the outset.
A 12-hour limit allows an average pace of 14.4 minutes per kilometre, making the cut-off more generous than 73% of 50k peers and tighter than 27%. That extra time buffer offsets the severe gradient across the course.
The 2024 edition saw 77 runners reach the finish line, representing a field bigger than 72% of 50k events and smaller than 28%. An entry fee of £119 secures a place on the line.
Similar races
Other 50K trail ultras, closest in distance first.