MTC Albion

Event

The MTC ALBION is a thirteen day, end-to-end running event across England, scheduled for 13th - 25th July 2027. The published race distance is 503 miles with total ascent of 29,289 ft and total descent of 29,012 ft. This is the first edition and competitor numbers are limited to 20. Entrants must be at least 20 years old on the race start day. Total entry is listed as £2,600, with a charity entry option requiring a £300 deposit and a minimum fundraising commitment of £3,750 for the nominated charity, Spinal Research.

Route and logistics

The route runs from Gretna Green to Lands End and largely follows the organiser’s JOGLE route, split into thirteen individual day stages. Maps and GPX files are supplied to entrants only, emailed about four weeks before the event. Organisers provide accommodation at the end of Days 1 to 12 on a shared-room basis; competitors must arrange start and finish accommodation themselves.

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

Safety, kit and rules

The event is cup-free. Competitors receive personalised shirts, a hi-viz jacket and a pair of R1 running shoes. Each entrant is issued a tracking device with an SOS function; live tracking is available during the race. Mandatory kit includes a backpack, head torch with spare batteries, maps, compass or GPS, whistle, mobile phone and basic first-aid. The organisers enforce cut-offs based on a minimum average of 4.0 mph; falling below this may lead to withdrawal. No runner is permitted to continue on course after 22:00. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.