The MTC Hafren
From Ultra Running Ltd
- Date Wed 8th July 2026
- Time 11:00
- Location Penrhyndeudraeth, Gwynedd
- Price £80.00
- Races 1 race
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating adventure at The MTC Hafren Ultra, organized by Ultra Running Ltd! This exciting event takes place on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, in the stunning surroundings of Penrhyndeudraeth, Gwynedd. The MTC Hafren Ultra marks the first day of the MTC Severn Challenge, offering participants a thrilling 4-mile mountain trek through the renowned Plynlimon, noted as one of Wales' most challenging mountains.
Competitors will then embark on an unforgettable journey along Britain’s longest river path, retracing their steps back to the picturesque Rhyd-y-benwch picnic area, where the first checkpoint awaits. With a remarkable altitude drop of 1,600 feet from the source, runners will be treated to breathtaking views and inspiring scenery that has remained untouched for years. Participants are encouraged to arrive between 10:30 and 10:45 AM for registration, with the race starting promptly at 11:00 AM. Don’t miss this chance to test your limits and enjoy the great outdoors at The MTC Hafren Ultra!
Competitors will then embark on an unforgettable journey along Britain’s longest river path, retracing their steps back to the picturesque Rhyd-y-benwch picnic area, where the first checkpoint awaits. With a remarkable altitude drop of 1,600 feet from the source, runners will be treated to breathtaking views and inspiring scenery that has remained untouched for years. Participants are encouraged to arrive between 10:30 and 10:45 AM for registration, with the race starting promptly at 11:00 AM. Don’t miss this chance to test your limits and enjoy the great outdoors at The MTC Hafren Ultra!
The MTC Hafren
Wed 8th July 2026
Organiser's Description
The MTC Hafren Ultra is also Day 1 of the MTC Severn Challenge.
The route:
In order to get to the source of the Severn, the race start takes competitors through a near four mile mountain trek, up the Plynlimon which has been described as the most dangerous mountain in Wales; due mainly to the splattered and concealed bogs, so best progress will be made in keeping to the designated routes!
A Race Marshall will be in waiting at the source to ensure that everybody has arrived safely and competitors can then commence their journey on Britain’s longest river path, retracing their steps back to where they started at Rhyd-y-benwch, which is now CP1.
Hopefully nobody will have pulled out before this point!
Good news – the altitude drop from the source at this stage is a remarkable 1,600ft! The route takes you through some inspiring scenery unchanged by many a year.
Registration and Race Start:
Entrants must arrive at Rhyd-y-benwych picnic area between 10:30 – 10:45 Race start will be 11:00.
The race is point to point and it is the competitors responsibility to make their own travel arrangements in getting to the start and leaving at the finish.
Top photograph:
Thomas Loe on his return to CP1 along the boardwalk of Hafren Forest.
Lower photograph:
Sharon Gaytor also arriving at CP1
The route:
In order to get to the source of the Severn, the race start takes competitors through a near four mile mountain trek, up the Plynlimon which has been described as the most dangerous mountain in Wales; due mainly to the splattered and concealed bogs, so best progress will be made in keeping to the designated routes!
A Race Marshall will be in waiting at the source to ensure that everybody has arrived safely and competitors can then commence their journey on Britain’s longest river path, retracing their steps back to where they started at Rhyd-y-benwch, which is now CP1.
Hopefully nobody will have pulled out before this point!
Good news – the altitude drop from the source at this stage is a remarkable 1,600ft! The route takes you through some inspiring scenery unchanged by many a year.
Registration and Race Start:
Entrants must arrive at Rhyd-y-benwych picnic area between 10:30 – 10:45 Race start will be 11:00.
The race is point to point and it is the competitors responsibility to make their own travel arrangements in getting to the start and leaving at the finish.
Top photograph:
Thomas Loe on his return to CP1 along the boardwalk of Hafren Forest.
Lower photograph:
Sharon Gaytor also arriving at CP1
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