The MTC Hafren Ultra
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The MTC Hafren Ultra
The MTC Hafren Ultra is Day 1 of the MTC Severn Challenge and is a point to point ultra running event over 27 miles. The route begins with a near four mile mountain trek up Plynlimon to the source of the River Severn and then follows the Severn Path to the finish at Mid Wales Arts Centre, Maesmawr, Caersws. The route includes an altitude drop of about 1,600 ft and is routed through upland terrain and sections that can be boggy; navigation may be difficult in places and use of GPX files is recommended.
Key race facts include an ascent of 872 metres and a descent of 1,069 metres. The event records a course best of 3:59:00 and in 2025 was run as the 10th edition. The race has two staffed checkpoints offering food and drink, with vegan and gluten free options available by prior selection or by leaving labelled personal food bags at registration. The event is cup free so competitors must carry their own reusable cup.
Entry is a standard solo fee of £80 and all payments are non refundable; a deferral option to the next year is available for a fee up to four weeks before the event. Entrants must be 20 years or over on the start day and must carry mandatory kit including a backpack, OS Map 150 (downloadable maps accepted), compass or GPS, whistle, mobile phone and a basic first aid kit. Competitors are responsible for their own travel to the start and from the finish. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
