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The Severn Path Ultra

Name: The Severn Path Ultra
Start: 2025-05-17
End: 2025-05-17
Location: Shrewsbury

Shrewsbury, United Kingdom • 17 May 2025

The MTC Severn Path Ultra is a challenging 60-mile ultra marathon that takes participants on a scenic point-to-point route along the River Severn, starting from Shrewsbury and concluding in Worcester. Runners will experience a flat course with picturesque views, passing through notable landmarks such as Ironbridge and Bewdley. All finishers receive a bespoke medal and a technical t-shirt, while the top male and female finishers are awarded a pair of Mount to Coast R1 road shoes. The event emphasizes nutrition with vegan and gluten-free options available at checkpoints, ensuring a supportive environment for all competitors. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom West Midlands (England) Shrewsbury

Race information

Website

59 mi

59 Miles

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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