Pegasus - The WYVUM
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WYVUM 30 and WYVUM HALF
The Wye Valley Ultra Marathon (WYVUM 30) is a single-loop trail race based in Chepstow that follows the Wye Valley Walk to Monmouth and returns on the Offa's Dyke Path. The route runs through ancient woodland and riverside sections, passing points of interest such as Giant's Cave, the 365 Steps, Lovers Leap, Tintern Abbey, Cleddon Falls, Redbrook and the Kymin before returning to Chepstow.
The WYVUM HALF is a separate single-loop route of 14.5 miles that follows the Wye Valley Walk to Brockweir and returns on the Offa's Dyke Path. The full WYVUM route continues north to Monmouth while the half peels off and loops back to Chepstow.
Terrain is mainly trail with some road sections. Key figures and support for the events:
- WYVUM 30 elevation 5,540 ft, checkpoints include two fully stocked aid stations plus a midpoint water station and drop bag point.
- WYVUM HALF elevation 2,350 ft, with one fully stocked aid station.
- Terrain mix: 90% trail, 10% road; start and finish are in Chepstow.
Mandatory kit includes trail shoes or boots, waterproof jacket, minimum 1 litre water, a charged mobile phone, a downloaded GPX route, a head torch, a survival bag, a reusable cup and a backpack or race vest. Race entries include no cut-off times, a finisher's medal, pre and post race care, a race manual, professional medical cover and volunteer support. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
