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Epona 100

Name: Epona 100
Start: 2026-05-09
End: 2026-05-10
Location: Abergavenny

Abergavenny, United Kingdom • 9-10 May 2026

Event overview

The Epona 100 is a 100-mile trail race scheduled for 9 May 2026 with a 50-hour time limit. The course starts and finishes in Abergavenny and has an elevation profile of approximately 17,000 ft. Course surface is listed as about 80% trail and 20% road.

The route links sections of Offa's Dyke, the Cambrian Way and the Beacons Way. There are eight aid stations along the route, including one designated sleep station. The event lists Petzl among its sponsors.

Course and logistics

The course route is available as a plotted route for reference and the organizer provides a runner manual for participant information. The race page references results for 2024 and 2025 and entry opportunities for future editions. The event materials describe a mix of trails and mountain passes along the route and note support at aid stations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Wales Abergavenny

Race information

Website

100 mi

Epona 100 Miler (100 Miles)

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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