Ring O' Fire

Holyhead, United Kingdom • 4-6 Sep 2026

Ring O' Fire Race Series : 2026 overview

The Ring O' Fire Race Series is a coastal ultra marathon event taking place on Ynys Môn (Anglesey) in 2026. The series includes a long-distance solo event, a new relay format for 2026, and a shorter ultramarathon option. Entries for the 2026 events are open. The organiser provides race services such as registration and race essentials pick-up, bag transport, route maps and navigation, checkpoints, and published race rules and kit lists.

Races and dates

  • Ring O’ Fire 130 : 04 - 06 September 2026
  • Ring O’ Fire Relay (new for 2026) : 04 - 06 September 2026
  • Firelighter 50 : 04 September 2026

Additional published information covers route overview, hazards, supporter arrangements, travel guidance, and results from prior years. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

130 mi
Ring O’ Fire 130
50 mi
Firelighter 50
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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