OUR STORY
Endurance-focused ultra/mountain running adventures designed by Ultratrail Dave for those who seek sustained challenge on Britain's long-distance trails and mountains.
Welcome to Ultratrail Dave.
I'm Dave Town -- a Yorkshire-based ultra-endurance mountain runner, mountain leader, and Team Mammut ambassador Mammut a passion for going further, longer, and deeper into the wild.
From the brutal 268-mile Spine Race to multi-day challenges like the Race Across Scotland, I'm most at home in remote, demanding environments where self-sufficiency and resilience matter most. I've achieved multiple unsupported Fastest Known Times (FKTs) FKT Dave Town including routes like The Cumbria Way and The Dales 30 -- always pushing my limits while staying true to the mountains.
My background as a Mountain Leader shapes everything I do -- from meticulous planning and navigation to adapting when conditions change. I have years of experience helping people achieve their goals on the National and Yorkshire Three Peaks, and have guided everything from team-building days on local trails through to adventure weekends in the mountains.
Beyond racing, I use running as a platform for something bigger. Through fundraising challenges, I've supported PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide Papyrus and Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice Sue Ryder Manorlands
But this isn't about what I've done.
It's about what I can help you to achieve.
Ultratrail Dave experiences were born from a desire to make the rewards I've found through endurance accessible and inclusive to more people.
They combine trail running, hiking, trekking, and fastpacking across some of Britain's most demanding long-distance routes. You'll move through mountains, passes, moorland, coastal paths, and forests -- learning to manage energy, navigate terrain, and keep moving when it gets tough.
Expect simple accommodation, self-supported sections, and real conditions. This isn't a guided tour. It isn't a race.
It's an opportunity to build true endurance -- physically and mentally -- and to discover just how far you can go.
If you're ready to push your boundaries and become a stronger, more capable version of yourself...
You're in the right place.
Let's go further.
These experiences are for trail runners and hikers who feel the pull to go further -- to spend longer in the mountains, to test their limits, and to see what's possible when they keep moving forward.
If you're already comfortable with long days on your feet and multi-hour efforts, you'll feel at home here. Whether you're training for an ultramarathon, building fastpacking skills, or simply craving a bigger challenge on wild, rugged terrain, this is your space to explore it.
Because true endurance isn't about speed. It's about resilience. It's about staying steady when it gets tough, finding rhythm when your legs are tired, and discovering a kind of strength you didn't know you had.
You don't need to be the fastest. You just need the mindset to keep going.
This isn't for complete beginners, but if you've built a solid base in trail running or long-distance hiking and you're ready for something more demanding, more rewarding, and more memorable, you'll fit right in.
Come for the challenge. Leave with confidence, capability, and stories that stay with you long after the miles are done.
The philosophy is simple: endurance is built through sustained effort over time, not through speed or competition. These experiences prioritise 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 ultra/mountain running.
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 ultra and mountain running performance.
What to Expect
Distance
20-60km per day depending on terrain and elevation. Multi-day totals typically 80-150km.
Terrain
Mountains, passes, 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 6-10 participants. Move at your own pace within the overall schedule.
ULTRATRAIL DAVE | ENDURANCE TRAILS UK
Ultrarunning adventures on Britain's long-distance trails. Built for endurance, not luxury
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