The MTC Hafren

Thu 15th May 2025

Four men in running gear stand under a rustic wooden archway in a forested area. They have race bibs on their shorts, and two of them are holding walking poles. The ground is paved, and there are trees and a flag banner in the background. Three runners, two men and one woman, posing together after a race. Each wears a race bib with numbers 61, 66, and 180 respectively. The woman is in the center, wearing bright pink socks, and the man on the right is wearing a Bridgnorth Running Club shirt. They are smiling. A person jogs along a paved path flanked by lush greenery and a wooden canal. Wooden signs on either side of the path read "Severn Way." Trees and open fields are visible in the background under a partly cloudy sky. A man runs across a wooden bridge in a forest during a trail race. He wears a long-sleeve shirt, running tights, a hydration pack, and number 167 pinned to his shorts. The trail is called "Llwbyr y Rhaeadrau" according to the sign on the left. A person wearing a red shirt and black pants is jogging on a wooden path through a forested area. The path is surrounded by lush green grass and tall trees, and a small stream runs parallel to the path. The scene appears serene and natural.

The MTC Hafren

From Ultra Running Ltd

  • Date Thu 15th May 2025
  • Location Penrhyndeudraeth, Gwynedd
  • Price £80.00
  • Races 1 race

Event summary

The MTC Hafren Ultra, organised by Ultra Running Ltd, is a thrilling event that is also Day 1 of the MTC Severn Challenge. Taking place in Penrhyndeudraeth, Gwynedd on Thu 15th May 2025, this race offers competitors an exhilarating four-mile mountain trek up the dangerous Plynlimon mountain in Wales, followed by a journey along Britain's longest river path to retrace their steps back to the starting point at Rhyd-y-benwch. With a remarkable 1,600ft altitude drop from the source, stunning scenery, and the challenge of navigating through hidden bogs, this race promises to be an unforgettable experience for all participants. Make sure to arrive at the Rhyd-y-benwych picnic area between 10:30 – 10:45 for registration, with the race starting at 11:00. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to test your endurance and explore the beautiful Welsh landscape!

Organiser's Description

Race Overview:

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.

Races

  • Standard Solo

    £80.00

    Booking for more than 1?

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