The Hateful 8 Loopy Ultra

Aberkenfig, United Kingdom • 7 Mar 2026

Event overview

The Hateful 8 Ultra Loop is scheduled for 7 March 2026 at Bridgend Miniature Railway in Aberkenfig, Bridgend, CF32 9BZ, South Wales. The event is a timed loop format on a 9-mile route where participants attempt to complete as many laps as possible within an eight-hour limit. The overall winner is the person who completes the greatest number of loops and total mileage during the eight-hour period. The event organiser is Mad Running Junkies. Minimum age to enter is 18. Entries open 16 April 2025 and close 6 March 2026. Entry options listed are: entry only (£50.00) and entry with T-shirt (£75.00). Entries so far are listed as nine participants.

Course and event facilities

The course is mixed terrain and includes a steep hill, a road section with notable views, and a downhill forestry-trail section that can be technical under some conditions. The event listing notes the availability of car parking, toilet facilities, hot and cold drinks and snacks, a medical team, volunteers, a bespoke medal or trophy and a participant swag bag. An optional event protection product (XCover) is offered for participants who may wish to seek a refund in specified unforeseen circumstances. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

9 mi
9 Mile Loop Repeated as Many Times as Possible in 8 Hours
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