Course
A backyard ultra held at Frylands Wood Scout Outdoor Centre in Croydon, run on a four-mile forest loop with about 880 feet of climb. Runners set off from the same start each hour and repeat the lap until only one is left standing.
Key dates
- !Entries openSun 1 Nov 2026 · in 10 days
- ★Race daySat 28 Aug 2027
About
The London Backyard Ultra is a unique running event where participants run 4 miles every hour, on the hour, until only one runner remains. This challenging and endurance-testing format creates an exciting atmosphere as runners push their limits and support each other through the grueling competition.
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