MTC Afanc

Merthyr Tydfil, United Kingdom • 18 Apr 2026

The MTC Afanc is a challenging 39.8-mile ultra marathon held in Wales, starting at the River Wye Activity Centre in Glasbury and finishing at Merthyr Tydfil. The entire route follows the scenic National Cycle Route 8, offering runners a mix of ascent and descent totaling over 4,000 feet. This race is part of the Mount to Coast End to End Challenge Series and serves as Day 5 of the six-day CYMRUN, an end-to-end run across Wales. The event features strict time cut-offs based on a minimum 4 mph pace and requires mandatory safety gear. Finishers receive a bespoke Afanc medal, with trophies awarded to male and female champions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

39 mi
4214 m+
39.8 Miles
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