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The Railway Ultra

Coalport, United Kingdom • 1 Aug 2026

The Railway Ultra is a multi-distance running event organized by How Hard Can It Be Events. The course runs along the banks of the River Severn between Ironbridge and Bridgnorth, on a disused railway line that yields scenic river views and hints of the area’s industrial heritage. Runners choose from 9 miles, 13.1 miles (half marathon), 19 miles (3/4 marathon), 28 miles, or 37 miles; each out-and-back lap covers 9.4 miles with a well-stocked aid station every 4.7 miles.

HQ is behind The Woodbridge Public House in Coalport (TF8 7JF), with nearby parking at Coalport China Museum or Coalport YHA. A 7-hour cut-off applies. The event returns in 2026 as Winter and Summer editions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom West Midlands (England) Coalport

Race information

Registration
37 mi
37 Miles
28 mi
28 Miles
19 mi
19 Miles (3/4 Marathon)
13 mi
13.1 Miles (half Marathon)
9 mi
9 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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