Good luck to all Beyond London participants this weekend - please ensure you read the updates below, and the event guide, before Saturday. Results and official event photos will be here on the website after the event, via the links below.
Think you know London? Go beyond your usual route to see a different side of our beloved nation’s capital. Beyond London offers you a choice of a 25km trail route or a 55km ultra. With an accessible start and finish, an affordable entry fee and Beyond Trails support throughout your training, this makes Beyond Trails makes it the most inclusive and welcoming trail running event on the block. You’re welcome to run, jog or walk - but however fast you go or how long you take, get ready for hidden trails, unexpected views, well-known landmarks and more. Experience London like never before - go Beyond London.
We’re back on Saturday 20 June 2026, and entries are open!
Sign up early to secure your spot at the lowest price, with our Super Earlybird offer available until Monday 30 June.
Important Weather Instructions for Participants
With temperatures now forecast to reach 30°C, clear blue sky and limited breeze, we are taking precautionary steps to help protect runner safety. All participants should read the following updates carefully.
Start Time Changes
25K Trail start time has been moved forward to 10:00am (previously 11:00am). All 25k wave start times are now 1 hour earlier. Please arrive in time to allow for number collection, kit checks and a prompt start.
Allocated 55K Ultra wave start times remain unchanged.
Dropping Down from the 55K Ultra
If you are currently entered into the 55K ultra but wish to drop down to the 25K trail, you must email support@beyondtrails.co.uk by 10:00am on Friday 20th June. You will be allocated the same wave number with a new start time and start location. 25k Waves will start from 10am- 12.00pm. You will still receive your 55K finisher medal.
Please only contact us if you would like to drop down from the 55K to the 25K - there’s no need to confirm if you’re continuing as planned.
Hot Weather Safety – Mandatory Hot Weather Kit
All runners must bring and carry the mandatory hot weather kit. Spot checks will be carried out at the start line. See the event guide (Pg.9) here for details.
Hydration & Electrolytes
In the heat, staying hydrated is critical. VOOM recommend 400–800ml of fluid per hour, and 300–800mg of electrolytes per hour. Electrolyte drinks such as Hydrate Smart deliver 460mg per 500ml and hydrate up to 40% faster than water alone. Other sources include bananas, salted snacks, and VOOM Pocket Rocket Electro Energy.
VOOM Hydration Electrolyte Drinks will be available at all feed stations.
Adjust Your Effort
We are encouraging all participants to take it easy, adjust your pace, and listen to your body. There is no shame in slowing down or stopping at shops along the way if needed.
Updated cut-off times
FS2 (Upper Norwood Rec Ground): 14:00pm and Richmond Park entry point: 18:30pm.
Please ensure that you have read the detailed event information available in your event guide here.
Distances
Choose your distance
Beyond London 55km Ultra route takes you off the beaten track onto the city’s Capital Ring footpath. Here on Greater London’s inner circle you’ll come across some of London’s most iconic sights, from medieval wonderland Eltham Palace to the ancient woodland and rolling hills of Richmond Park. Alongside these well-known and much-loved sights, you’ll be surprised by the everyday beauty of the trails, footpaths, parks, disused railway lines, woodland and more - and the almost total absence of main roads and highways. Fully-signed and well-supported, you’ll feel like you’re in safe hands.
We’re back on Saturday 20 June 2026, and entries are open!
Sign up early to secure your spot at the lowest price, with our Super Earlybird offer available until Monday 30 June.
The Beyond London 25km Trail route is a fully-signed, well-supported route following part of London’s Capital Ring footpath, which forms Greater London’s ‘inner circle’. On the way, take in some of London’s best-known and best-loved sights: Eltham Palace, Wimbledon Common and Richmond Park included. You’ll also experience the everyday beauty of the city’s skyline from a different - and unforgettable - angle. Enter today and find out for yourself how good London looks when you get off the beaten track.
We’re back on Saturday 20 June 2026, and entries are open!
Sign up early to secure your spot at the lowest price, with our Super Earlybird offer available until Monday 30 June 2025..
Frequently asked questions
Is there an age limit for participants?
To enter Beyond London 55km you must be aged 20, or over. To enter Beyond London 25km you must be aged 18 or over.
What is included in my entry?
As well as entry into the event, your Beyond London entry includes; a finishers medal, chip timing, fully waymarked route & gpx route files to download, feed stations along the route with food and drinks and medical support.
How do I get to the start?
Beyond London 55km will start in Woolwich, Beyond London 25km will start at Upper Norwood. All locations are well-connected with good rail, bus and Tube links. Exact venue locations will be shared well before the event date and included in the event guide.
Where is the finish?
Both distances will finish in Richmond upon Thames, close to Richmond railway station and bus routes.
Is the route fully marked?
There will be event-specific directional signs and confidence markers throughout the course. In the briefing before the race participants will be shown the course markers. GPX files can be download from the event page to follow on the day.
Do I need a map?
There will be event-specific directional signs and confidence markers throughout the course. A sports GPS navigation device is recommended if you have one - GPX files can be download from the event page.
How tough is the course?
The course is on or very close to the Capital Ring path. Being an urban ultra event, you can expect the terrain to be a mixture of footpaths, parks, woodland trails, canal paths and disused railway lines and there are also steps in places. Dependent on weather conditions parts of the route may be muddy. Whilst it is not mountainous, there are hills in places that will provide a challenge for participants.
Are there cut off times?
Beyond London has strict cut off times that will be enforced.
Cut Off Point 1 (ULTRA 55 only):
Second Feed Station (The Chevening Hub, Upper Norwood) at 13.00hrs regardless of the start time of the participant. Any participant who has not passed this point by 13.00hrs will not be permitted to continue. UPDATED TO 14:00pm
Cut Off Point 2 (all participants):
Entrance to Richmond Park (Robin Hood Gate) at 17.00hrs regardless of the start time of the participant. Any participant who has not passed this point by 17.00hrs will not be permitted to continue. UPDATED TO 18.30pm
How many Feed Stations are on the route?
There are 3 Feed Stations on the 55km route, and 1 on the 25km route.
55km
Feed Station 1: Vista Field Children’s Centre, Middle Park Ave, London SE9 5SD \ What3Words - ///stale.editor.castle
Feed Station 2: The Chevening Hub, Upper Norwood Recreation Ground, Chevening Road, London SE19 3TE \ what3words location: ///prone.rates.robot
Feed Station 3: Wimbledon Common, at the Windmill Car Park, Windmill Road, SW19 5NQ What3words location: ///transit.bells.plant
25km
Feedstation 1: Wimbledon Common, at the Windmill Car Park, Windmill Road, SW19 5NQ What3words location: ///transit.bells.plant
How do I use the GPX Route file?
To use your Beyond London GPX file, simply select “Download GPX File” on our website via your laptop or smartphone. You will then need to add the downloaded file to either your running watch or your phone via an app. The most popular ones are Strava, Garmin and Komoot, for example. Import this GPX file to your chosen app. The steps will vary depending on the app you’ve selected but you should be able to find a “Upload activity” or “Import route”.
If you are having trouble importing the GPX route file into an app on your Phone, please refer to the help/FAQ section in your chosen app for help. Generally, GPX file import uses the 'Copy to Explore' (iOS), or 'Open with Explore' (Android) method to open in your chosen app on a mobile device once the file is downloaded.
iPhone users please note - the "share" function and "Copy to Explore" may not be available to users after the release of iOS 13 and later updates. If you do not see "Copy to Explore" contact Apple Support or use another method to import your GPX file. If you are having issues on a Garmin device, please refer to the instructions on importing a GPX file on a Phone here.
What type of shoes should I wear?
We would recommend wearing either trail running shoes or road trail hybrid shoes.
How much of the route is paved/unpaved?
55km route is 73% paved, 27% unpaved, 25km route is 74% paved, 26% unpaved.
What you get
We’re working to make our events as low impact and sustainable as possible. We've introduced an option for participants to forgo their finisher t-shirt in place of a donation to a suitable sustainable charity. Participants can choose whether to select this option at the point of entering the event.
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