The Forest of Dean Ultra Marathon

Ready to take on the FOD Ultra?

After a successful first race in 2025, the 55km Forest of Dean Ultra Marathon is back!

The route is varied with technical single track to wide open stretches by the river Wye. You’ll dive into the deep dark depths of the forest, you’ll explore ridges with open views, to glorious fields and far reaching countryside. There’s stunning views across dense woodlands with rolling natural beauty that stretch out to the Brecon Beacons and beyond.

It’s one amazing and exciting journey!

This event is held in partnership with Dave Talbot Adventure Events.

What's included

• Well-stocked aid stations, which will have water, food, snacks, electrolytes and toilets
• Support vehicles for picks ups and help
• Qualified race and medical professionals on hand at all points throughout the event
• Free race photos
• Free race merchandise and free runners speed cup
• A unique finishers medal

Event timing

• Registration will be open from 4pm to 6pm on Friday 9 October and 6am to 7:20am on Saturday 10 October
• Race briefing will start at 7:30am
• Race starts at 8am (canicross category will start at 7:50am)
• Race cut off at 6pm
• Site closes at 7pm