MTC Albion

Event overview

The MTC ALBION 2029 is a thirteen day, end-to-end ultra running challenge across England. The organiser states the race distance as 503 miles and lists total ascent as 29,289 ft and total descent as 29,012 ft. The route runs from Gretna Green to Lands End and forms part of the Mount to Coast End to End Challenge Series. Competitor places are limited to 20 and entrants must be 20 years or over on the race start day. Entry options include a full entry fee of £2,600 (deposit and instalment schedule provided) or a charity entry with a £300 deposit and a minimum fundraising commitment of £3,750.

Route, logistics and rules

Each day is a standalone ultra; daily stages and distances are:

• Day 1 - 38 miles - MTC Boggart
• Day 2 - 38 miles - MTC Spring Heeled Jack
• Day 3 - 38.1 miles - MTC Black Anise
• Day 4 - 35.5 miles - MTC Blue Caps
• Day 5 - 34.5 miles - MTC Grindelo
• Day 6 - 36.2 miles - MTC Beowulf
• Day 7 - 35.5 miles - MTC Green Skin
• Day 8 - 39.4 miles - MTC Boggle
• Day 9 - 37.8 miles - MTC Vampire
• Day 10 - 45 miles - MTC Black Shuck
• Day 11 - 53.6 miles - MTC Hairy Hands
• Day 12 - 38.3 miles - MTC Will-o-the-Wisp
• Day 13 - 35 miles - MTC Merry Maidens

The organiser provides accommodation at the end of Days 1 to 12; competitors must arrange their own accommodation at the start and after the finish. Mapping and GPX files are issued to entrants prior to the event. Tracking devices with SOS are provided and real-time monitoring is available during the race. A minimum average speed of 4.0 mph is enforced as a cut-off; runners below this may be withdrawn. Under no circumstances may a runner continue on course after 22:00. Mandatory kit includes a backpack, head torch with spare batteries, organiser route maps, compass or GPS, whistle, mobile phone and a basic first aid kit. Finishers receive a bespoke trophy, the Albion medal and additional medals for each completed day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.