Ultra Running Hub Tilbury, United Kingdom · Saturday, September 12, 2026
Fixed Distance 50k
The C2C Essex Ultra 30mi
21 days to go
48 km Distance
100 m Climbing
2.6 Grit · Entry level
What the course asks
Climbing rate 2 m / km
Fast & Flat. This course is relatively flat and fast. Ideal for PB attempts.
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 48 km of trail with 100 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes48 km of trail — cushioning that is still there in the last quarter.
- Race Nutrition48 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
- Hydration VestsFlask capacity for 48 km, without the bounce.
- GPS WatchesBattery life first — a 48 km day outlasts most full-GPS modes.
Similar races
Other 50K trail ultras, closest in distance first.