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Rose of the Shires Ultra

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calendar_today 11 Apr, 2026

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About the Event

Embark on a grand 54-mile tour of the "second garden of England" at the Rose of the Shires Ultra. This flagship ultra-marathon, taking place on Saturday, 11 April 2026, is a scenic one-loop race starting and finishing at Brixworth Country Park in Northamptonshire. Winding through beautiful countryside, the route (approximately 75% trail) features two country parks, the historic Salcey Forest, the Grand Union Canal towpath, and 21 picturesque villages. Manned by enthusiastic local running clubs, six well-stocked checkpoints provide support, while live GPS tracking allows friends and family to follow every step. As a UTMB Index race, it attracts a dedicated field, but its friendly atmosphere, sensibly priced entry, and option for relay teams make it an accessible and memorable goal for seasoned ultra-runners and ambitious newcomers alike. Discover the charm and challenge of a classic English ultra in the heart of the shires.

Races Offered

Rose of the Shires

Apr 11, 2026

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Distance — 87K

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Marathon

Apr 11, 2026

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Distance — 42.2K

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Rose of the Shires - 3 Relay

Apr 11, 2026

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Distance — 87K

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Rose of the Shires - 4 Relay

Apr 11, 2026

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Rose of the Shires - 7 Relay

Apr 11, 2026

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Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for April in Northampton.

Temp (°C)
Feels Like (°C)
thermostat 4.8° / 12.7°
wb_sunny 0.6° / 8.0°
Wind (km/h)
Humidity (%)
air 16.6 /
water_drop 76.0%

About Northampton

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Northampton is a town and civil parish in Northamptonshire, England. It is the county town of Northamptonshire and the administrative centre of the unitary authority of West Northamptonshire. The town is situated on the River Nene, 60 miles (97 km) north-west of London and 50 miles (80 km) south-east of Birmingham. Northampton is one of the largest towns in England; the population of its overall urban area was recorded as 249,093 in the 2021 census. The parish of Northampton alone had 137,387.

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