MTC CYMRUN 28
From Ultra Running Ltd
- Date Tue 4th July 2028 - Sun 9th July 2028
- Time 07:00
- Location Wales, United Kingdom
- Price £300.00 - £1,200.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances Ultra
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating adventure at the MTC CYMRUN, taking place from July 4th to July 9th, 2028! Organized by Ultra Running Ltd, this extraordinary event is part of the Mount to Coast End to End Challenge, featuring six individual ultra races that celebrate the rich Myths & Legends of CYMRUN. Spanning a total distance of 256 miles, each day presents a unique challenge: Day 1 covers 37.6 miles, Day 2 takes you through 50.3 miles, Day 3 is 47.2 miles, Day 4 involves 46.4 miles, Day 5 is 39.8 miles, and finally, Day 6 wraps up with 34.9 miles.
The scenic route runs primarily along Cycle Route 8, starting from the stunning shores of Holyhead and finishing at the picturesque Barry Island Bay in Cardiff. Participants will receive personalized hi-viz technical t-shirts and jackets, along with free footwear from our chief sponsor, Mount to Coast. With limited entries available for just 20 competitors, this cup-free event promises a memorable experience. Prepare for the ultimate test of endurance and camaraderie as you embrace the challenge and enjoy the breathtaking landscapes along
The scenic route runs primarily along Cycle Route 8, starting from the stunning shores of Holyhead and finishing at the picturesque Barry Island Bay in Cardiff. Participants will receive personalized hi-viz technical t-shirts and jackets, along with free footwear from our chief sponsor, Mount to Coast. With limited entries available for just 20 competitors, this cup-free event promises a memorable experience. Prepare for the ultimate test of endurance and camaraderie as you embrace the challenge and enjoy the breathtaking landscapes along
MTC CYMRUN 28
Tue 4th July 2028 - Sun 9th July 2028
Organiser's Description
The MTC CYMRUN is one of a six part challenge called the Mount to Coast End to End Challenge.
Each of the six days are individual ultra races in their own right and are part of The Myths & Legends of CYMRUN.
The Route:
The MTC CYMRUN route makes use of the Cycle Route 8 which covers most of the event, starting from Holyhead and concluding in Cardiff. We have added a short distance at the start to ensure that you can easily touch the sea water at Holyhead, and we have added a few miles at the finish so as to extend the route into Barry Island Bay. URL also provide each competitor with several hi-viz technical t-shirts and a hi-viz jacket. All these items are personalised with the competitors name, the year, and the race name. Our head sponsors, Mount to Coast, also provide free footwear for each competitor.
It is important that competitors bring along other suitable clothing and equipment to counteract all types of weather conditions.
If URL consider any competitor not fit to continue we will remove them from the race. In addition, there is a minimum 4 mph requirement - falling below the 4 mph you will be withdrawn without debate.
Total mileage – 256 miles
Day 1 – 37.6 miles
Day 2 – 50.3 miles
Day 3 – 47.2 miles
Day 4 – 46.4 miles
Day 5 – 39.8 miles
Day 6 – 34.9 miles
Competitor numbers are limited to 20.
Time restraints:
Ultra Running has preset cut-off times along the MTC CYMRUN route, based on a minimum average of 4 mph. If you fall below this minimum requirement you will be advised and given a warning. If the consecutive day is also below 4 mph you will be withdrawn without debate.
Under no circumstances will a runner be allowed to continue on the course after 22:00.
The MTC CYMRUN is a Cup-Free event, so please bring your own re-useable cup (available in our store).
Accommodation:
URL provides accommodation at the end of Day 1 through to the end of Day 5. It is each competitors responsibility to book their own accommodation at Holyhead and after their finish at Barry Island.
URL has arrangements in place with Hostels, Hotels and B&B’s along the route, so you can be assured that after the long days run you have a bed and shower / bath facilities available. These facilities will be on a shared room basis irrespective of sex. Where possible female and male athletes will have differing rooms but this may not always be possible. It is imperative that these establishments are respected and kept clean and tidy by competitors. Failure to do so could mean disqualification from the race and additional charges. Private rooms can be made available by prior arrangement.
Each of the six days are individual ultra races in their own right and are part of The Myths & Legends of CYMRUN.
The Route:
The MTC CYMRUN route makes use of the Cycle Route 8 which covers most of the event, starting from Holyhead and concluding in Cardiff. We have added a short distance at the start to ensure that you can easily touch the sea water at Holyhead, and we have added a few miles at the finish so as to extend the route into Barry Island Bay. URL also provide each competitor with several hi-viz technical t-shirts and a hi-viz jacket. All these items are personalised with the competitors name, the year, and the race name. Our head sponsors, Mount to Coast, also provide free footwear for each competitor.
It is important that competitors bring along other suitable clothing and equipment to counteract all types of weather conditions.
If URL consider any competitor not fit to continue we will remove them from the race. In addition, there is a minimum 4 mph requirement - falling below the 4 mph you will be withdrawn without debate.
Total mileage – 256 miles
Day 1 – 37.6 miles
Day 2 – 50.3 miles
Day 3 – 47.2 miles
Day 4 – 46.4 miles
Day 5 – 39.8 miles
Day 6 – 34.9 miles
Competitor numbers are limited to 20.
Time restraints:
Ultra Running has preset cut-off times along the MTC CYMRUN route, based on a minimum average of 4 mph. If you fall below this minimum requirement you will be advised and given a warning. If the consecutive day is also below 4 mph you will be withdrawn without debate.
Under no circumstances will a runner be allowed to continue on the course after 22:00.
The MTC CYMRUN is a Cup-Free event, so please bring your own re-useable cup (available in our store).
Accommodation:
URL provides accommodation at the end of Day 1 through to the end of Day 5. It is each competitors responsibility to book their own accommodation at Holyhead and after their finish at Barry Island.
URL has arrangements in place with Hostels, Hotels and B&B’s along the route, so you can be assured that after the long days run you have a bed and shower / bath facilities available. These facilities will be on a shared room basis irrespective of sex. Where possible female and male athletes will have differing rooms but this may not always be possible. It is imperative that these establishments are respected and kept clean and tidy by competitors. Failure to do so could mean disqualification from the race and additional charges. Private rooms can be made available by prior arrangement.
Races
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Full Payment CYMRUN 2028
£1,200.00
Booking for more than 1? -
Deposit for CYMRUN 2026
£300.00
Booking for more than 1?
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