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Gower Peninsula Ultra Challenge

Gower, United Kingdom • 18-19 Jul 2026

Gower Peninsula Ultra Challenge takes place on the Gower Peninsula in South Wales, Britain’s first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Distances include 100km, 50km, a marathon (42km), 25km and 10km. The route is a figure‑of‑eight, with western and eastern loops that reveal the peninsula’s beaches, limestone cliffs, moorland, ridges and woodlands, plus its history.

Basecamp sits at Penrice Castle Basecamp, with camping, transfers and parking. The event features signed routes, GPS tracking, marquee rest stops with meals and drinks, medical and massage teams, and a finish-line celebration. New options: Ultra March and Ultra Trailblazerz for walkers and runners; solo starts and camping packages. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Wales Gower

Race information

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100 km
2200 m+
Full 2 Day 'daylight' 100 Km
100 km
2200 m+
Full Continuous 100 Km
75 km
1550 m+
75 Km Challenge
50 km
1200 m+
Western 50 Km Loop
50 km
1000 m+
Eastern 50 Km Loop
42 km
900 m+
Marathon 42 Km Loop
25 km
550 m+
25 Km West Loop
10 km
250 m+
10 Km Loop
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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