How far is the MTC Severn Challenge?

The MTC Severn Challenge is one distance: 220 Mile (354.1 km).

How much climbing is in the MTC Severn Challenge?

The 220 Mile has 3,091 m of ascent.

Is the MTC Severn Challenge course marked?

No. The MTC Severn Challenge is not a marked course. You are expected to navigate it yourself.

When is the next MTC Severn Challenge?

Wed, 16 Feb 2028, 11:00. Not open yet.

Ultra Running Ltd MTC Severn Challenge

Rhyd-y-benwch picnic area, Llanidloes, SY18 6PTWed, 16 Feb 2028

Five-day, 220-mile run of the Severn from Plynlimon to Severn Beach

220 Mile

354 km

3,091 m ascent

9 m per km

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The course

What you’re in for

A five-day stage race along the Severn from its source on Plynlimon to the estuary at Severn Beach, about 220 miles including the climb to the source. The stages are the Hafren (to Caersws), Severn Plod (to Shrewsbury), Severn Path (to Worcester), Severn Way (to Stonehouse) and Bristol Severn (to Severn Beach). Each is also a race on its own. It runs in February, mostly on the Severn Way, where paths can be overgrown and signs hidden, so GPX navigation is strongly advised. The organiser puts the finish rate at around 25%. Entry includes shared hotel rooms, evening meals, a basic breakfast and a daily bag transfer.

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How to enter

Wed, 16 Feb 2028 · Not open yet · £795

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Common questions

: The MTC Severn Challenge is one distance: 220 Mile (354.1 km).
: The 220 Mile has 3,091 m of ascent.
: Not graded yet. A TRP grade is worked out from distance and climb measured off the course file, and there isn't one for the MTC Severn Challenge yet.
: No. The MTC Severn Challenge is not a marked course. You are expected to navigate it yourself.
: We don't hold a compulsory kit list for the MTC Severn Challenge. Ultra Running Ltd confirm mandatory kit in their race information, usually in the final instructions.
: We don't hold published time limits for the MTC Severn Challenge. If Ultra Running Ltd set cut-offs, they'll be in the race information.
: We don't hold a checkpoint list for the MTC Severn Challenge. What's on the table varies a lot between races, so check the Ultra Running Ltd race information rather than turning up expecting food.
: Not yet — we don't hold a course file for the MTC Severn Challenge. Some organisers only send the GPX to entrants. If we get one, it goes up free, with no sign-up.
: Wed, 16 Feb 2028, 11:00. Not open yet.