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Severn Challenge

Newtown, United Kingdom • 8-12 Jul 2026

The Severn Challenge is a grueling 220-mile, five-day multistage ultra marathon in the UK, following the longest riverside path from the source of the River Severn in Wales to its mouth. The race is divided into five unique stages ranging from 26 to 59 miles each, with participants staying in hotels along the route, enhancing comfort compared to previous camping arrangements. The course mainly follows the Severn Way Footpath, featuring varied and sometimes overgrown terrain, demanding strong navigation skills. With a challenging ascent and descent of over 3,000 meters, the event has a low finisher rate of around 26%, underscoring its toughness. Finishers earn bespoke medals for each stage and a large trophy for completing all five days. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Wales Newtown

Race information

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59 mi
Stage 3 - the Mtc Severn Path Ultra
57 mi
Stage 4 - the Mtc Severn Way Ultra
47 mi
Stage 2 - the Mtc Severn Plod Ultra
30 mi
Stage 5 - the Mtc Bristol Severn
26 mi
Stage 1 - the Mtc Hafren
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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