Malvern Hills Ultra
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About the race
The Malvern Hills Ultra is a trail running event held on 1 May 2027 in the Malvern Hills, now in its 17th year. The event offers four separate race distances across hilly, exposed ridgelines and varied countryside, with the full course including more than 2,900 metres of ascent over 47 miles. The route passes the Worcestershire Beacon and uses sections of the Worcestershire Way; competitors navigate using GPX files, maps and written directions and may run with volunteer pacers called Time Lords.
All races finish at Abberley Village Hall. Transport is provided for those who have paid for transfers to the starts of the shorter distances. Checkpoints provide food and drinks including malt loaf, sandwiches, sweets and water, and the event is cup free so competitors must carry a reusable drinking vessel. Every finisher receives a bespoke finisher medal and a technical T-shirt; bespoke trophies are awarded to leading finishers. Hot chilli and rice with bread is provided free to all finishers.
Mandatory kit is required and random bag checks take place at registration; competitors must be at least 18 years old. The event is self-navigated in places, has checkpoint cut-off times to protect competitor safety, and includes race tracking and photo coverage.
Distances: Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- MHU23 – 23 miles
- MHU31 – 31 miles
- MHU38 – 38 miles
- MHU47 – 47 miles
