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MTC Blue Caps

Name: MTC Blue Caps
Start: 2027-07-16
End: 2027-07-16
Location: Wigan

Wigan, United Kingdom • 16 Jul 2027

The MTC Blue Caps is a 36-mile ultra marathon held in England, forming Day 4 of the 13-day Mount to Coast Albion End to End Challenge. The race starts at Premier Inn Wigan North and finishes at The Swan in Tarporley, following the same route as the MTC JOGLE event but with shorter daily distances. The course features a total ascent of approximately 1,558 feet and descent of 1,549 feet, with checkpoints providing food and requiring runners to carry mandatory safety gear. Limited to 40 participants, the event offers bespoke medals and trophies, with options to upgrade for official race apparel. The race embraces English folklore, themed around the Blue Caps myth. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Wigan

Race information

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35 mi

Mtc Blue Caps Ultra 36 Miles

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