ABOUT
Endurance-focused ultrarunning weekends designed by UltraTrail Dave for those who seek sustained challenge on Britain's long-distance trails.
These weekends combine trail running, hiking, trekking, and fastpacking across Britain's most demanding long-distance routes. Each event covers significant distance over multiple days, requiring sustained physical and mental effort.
You'll move through varied terrain—mountain passes, moorland, coastal paths, and forest trails—experiencing the full character of each route. The focus is on continuous forward movement, managing energy over extended periods, and developing the mental resilience required for ultrarunning.
Expect basic accommodations, self-supported sections, and the kind of challenge that builds genuine endurance capacity. This is not a guided tour or a race—it's structured training in real conditions.
These weekends are designed for experienced trail runners and hikers who want to develop their ultrarunning capabilities. You should be comfortable with long days on your feet and have experience with multi-hour efforts.
Ideal participants are training for ultramarathons, working on fastpacking skills, or simply seeking to test their endurance on challenging terrain. You don't need to be fast--you need to be determined.
This is not for beginners. You should have a solid base of trail running or long-distance hiking experience and be prepared for physically demanding days with limited support.
The philosophy is simple: endurance is built through sustained effort over time, not through speed or competition. These weekends prioritize time on feet, consistent pacing, and mental fortitude.
There are no podiums, no timing chips, no race atmosphere. Instead, you'll focus on managing your effort across long distances, learning to move efficiently over varied terrain, and developing the psychological tools needed for ultrarunning.
The routes are chosen for their challenge and character, not for convenience. You'll encounter weather, navigation requirements, and the kind of conditions that test your preparation and adaptability.
This approach builds genuine endurance capacity--the ability to keep moving when it's hard, to manage discomfort, and to find your rhythm over distance. It's training that translates directly to ultrarunning performance.
What to Expect
Distance
30-60km per day depending on terrain and elevation. Multi-day totals typically 80-150km.
Terrain
Mountain trails, moorland, coastal paths, and forest tracks. Technical sections and significant elevation gain.
Support
Minimal. Basic accommodations provided. You carry your own gear and manage your own nutrition.
Group Size
Small groups of 8-12 participants. Move at your own pace within the overall schedule.