The MTC Severn Path Ultra

Shrewsbury, United Kingdom • 10 Jul 2026

The MTC Severn Path Ultra

The event is a point-to-point ultra running race of 59 miles starting at the Premier Inn, Shrewsbury, SY1 1PG and finishing at the Travelodge, Worcester, WR1 2QS. The course passes through Shrewsbury and follows the River Severn at various points, including Atcham, Cressage, Buildwas, Ironbridge, Jackfield, Coalport, Apley Forge, Bridgnorth, Hampton, Upper Arley, Bewdley, Stourport and Holt Heath before reaching Worcester. Total ascent is listed as 786 m and total descent as 816 m. The event is the 10th edition.

Logistics, kit and rules

There are four checkpoint stations on the route. Checkpoint food options include vegan and gluten free choices if selected at registration; competitors with other dietary needs must supply labelled food bags for each checkpoint. Finishers receive a bespoke Severn Path Ultra medal and an MTC head visor. Entry details note a Standard Solo fee of £90 and that deposits and payments are non-refundable; a deferral option to the following year is available for a fee if requested within the stated entry window. All entrants must be 20 years or over on the race start day. Competitors must maintain a minimum average speed of 4.0 mph or they will not be allowed to continue. The organisers recommend using GPX files for navigation because much of the route is unsignposted and can be overgrown. Mandatory kit includes a backpack, head torch with spare batteries, Ordnance Survey Map 150 (or downloadable maps), compass or GPS, whistle, mobile phone, emergency food and a basic first aid kit. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

60 mi
786 m+
Severn Path Ultra
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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