MTC Black Anise

Lancaster, United Kingdom • 12 Jul 2029

MTC Black Anise

The MTC Black Anise is a single day ultra running race covering 38.1 miles. It forms Day 3 of the Mount to Coast ALBION thirteen day end to end series and uses the same line of route as the MTC JOGLE event but with reduced daily distances. The course runs from the Premier Inn Lancaster Hotel (LA1 3PE) and finishes at Premier Inn Wigan North (WN6 0SS). Checkpoints are located approximately at 9.1 miles, 18.6 miles, 28.1 miles and the finish, with a total ascent of about 1,578 ft and descent of about 1,307 ft.

Entry is limited to a maximum of 40 competitors, comprising 20 general places plus an additional 20 Anglian places. The race enforces a minimum average speed requirement of 4 mph; competitors who fall below this threshold may be withdrawn. The event is cup free so entrants must use a reusable cup. All finishers receive a Black Anise medal and male and female champions receive trophies.

Maps and GPX files are provided only to entrants and are emailed about four weeks before the event. Organisers provide real time tracking devices with SOS capability. Competitors must carry mandatory kit including a backpack, head torch with spare batteries, provided route maps, compass or GPS device, whistle, mobile phone, basic first aid and emergency food. Entry fee options include the standard race and a Plus Race Package that includes an embroidered race shirt and hi viz jacket when ordered at least four weeks before the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

38 mi
Mtc Black Anise Ultra
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