MTC Blue Caps
Wigan, United Kingdom • 13 Jul 2029
Event
The MTC Blue Caps is a one-day ultra running event scheduled for 13 July 2029. It is listed as 36 miles and marked as the 1st edition. The race forms Day 4 of the MTC ALBION, a thirteen-day end-to-end of England. The event follows the same route used for the organiser’s MTC JOGLE event but with reduced daily distances. All finishers receive a Blue Caps medal; male and female champions also receive bespoke trophies.
Route and logistics
The route runs from Wigan to Tarporley, starting at Premier Inn Wigan North and finishing at The Swan at Tarporley. Published checkpoint locations and cumulative mileages are:
- CP1 Garswood : 8 miles
- CP2 Mill Ln, Warrington : 15.4 miles
- CP3 Little Leigh : 24.4 miles
- Finish The Swan at Tarporley : 35.5 miles
Maps and GPX files are supplied by the organiser to entrants (emailed four weeks before the event). Competitors are tracked with devices provided by the organiser, which include SOS functionality.
Entry, rules and kit
Entry is limited to 20 competitors plus up to 20 additional ALBION entrants (maximum 40). Entry fees listed are £90 for the ultra and £155 for the race package. The organiser enforces a minimum average pace of 4.0 mph; competitors falling below this may be withdrawn. The event is cup-free; competitors must bring a reusable cup. Mandatory kit includes a backpack, head torch with spare batteries, maps, compass or GPS, whistle, mobile phone, basic first aid, emergency food and a waterproof map case. Competitors must be 20 years or over on the race day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.