Marathon
Sat 9 Sep 2023 Chepstow, Gwent, UK

Mighty Hikes | Wye Valley | Marathon

Hike a marathon through the glorious Wye Valley, bordering England and Wales, and get fantastic views of historic Chepstow Castle and Tintern Abbey.

  • Sat 9 Sep 2023
  • Entries closed
Chepstow Racecourse, Chepstow > Monmouthshire Showground, Monmouth

Marathon

06:50

£25

Age 14 & over

  • 26 miles hiking + 3389 ft ascent

Overview

The Macmillan series of one-day hikes will take you to some of the most beautiful and unspoiled parts of the UK. Bring your family and friends together and have a fantastic day out while raising money for people living with cancer.

The majestic meander of the River Wye offers a wonderful blend of rural walking and compelling views, to ensure that you're never without a captivating moment as you hike along the route.

This event is part of Mighty Hikes | Wye Valley.

  • Event village
  • Fancy dress
  • Spectators
  • Teams

Team discount

There is a 10% discount on the registration fee for teams of 5+. The discount code is generated when you complete the registration form which you need to enter in the promotional code box before proceeding to payment.

  • Accommodation
  • Bag transfer
  • Cafe
  • Free parking
  • Rural
  • Toilets

Event HQ

Chepstow Racecourse
Saint Lawrence Road
Chepstow
Gwent
NP16 6BE
UK

  • Check points
  • Cut off time
  • First aid
  • Food stations
  • Marshals
  • Point to point
  • Return transport
  • Sweeper
  • Toilets
  • Undulating
  • Water stations
  • Wave start
  • Way markers

Follow the meander of the River Wye, as you head north, crossing national boundaries. Majestic woodland, inspirational views and historic landmarks line the route, on this unforgettable journey through the borderlands of England and Wales.

Route overview

  • Set off from the famous racecourse at Chepstow before catching sight of the famous castle
  • Cross the River Wye as you enter England, catching breathtaking views at Devil's Pulpit
  • Crossing once more into Wales, you'll pass underneath the incredible Tintern Abbey
  • Enjoy natural tranquility as you hike through The Hudnalls National Nature Reserve 
  • The finish-line awaits you at Monmouthshire Showground on the banks of the Wye
MIGHTY HIKE ROUTE MAP
Point to point from Chepstow to Monmouth.

  • Bring your own cup
  • Public transport links
  • Recycling
  • Sustainability policy

Single use plastics

  • There are refill stations where you can fill your reusable bottle to avoid handing out bottled water
  • Compostable cutlery, plates and cups are used across the start, lunch and pitstops
  • The event day bib is fully recyclable

Recycling

  • A specialist company collects and sorts the rubbish post-event to ensure as much is recycled as possible
  • All Mighty Marshals and other staff are briefed to pick up any rubbish they see along the route on the day
  • There are plenty of bins at each pit stop for participants to use

Energy

  • The power at Mighty Hikes is provided by hybrid generators
  • Energy-efficient LED bulbs are used to light the marquees

  • Medal
  • Post-race meal
  • Race photo
  • Technical t-shirt

Included

  • Free Macmillan walking top
  • A clearly marked route
  • Regular refuelling stops with snacks and drinks
  • Medical assistance
  • Free buffet meal at the finish
  • Finishers medal
  • Free event photography
  • Baggage transfer from start point to the finish
  • Complimentary coach shuttles between venues
  • Celebratory bubbly at the finish

Not Included

  • Accommodation
  • Travel to/from the event
  • Personal hiking gear (boots, clothing etc)
  • Travel insurance

  • Fundraising materials
  • Fundraising required
  • Fundraising support

Macmillan Cancer Support

No one should have to face cancer alone.

Macmillan will move mountains to help people with cancer live life as fully as they can. If you’re diagnosed, your worries are shared.

And they don’t stop there. They're going all out to find ever better ways to help people with cancer, helping to bring forward the day when everyone gets life-transforming support from day one.

But without your help they can’t support everyone who needs them.

Team fundraising

If you sign up as a team, you will need to raise the minimum fundraising amount of £250 for each member of your team. You can, however, choose to split the total in any way you like between the team if some people are comfortable raising more than others. 

  • Age 14 & over
  • Entries closed
  • Enter online
  • Fundraising required

14-17 year olds must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Entry fees

Entry fee

£25.00

Minimum sponsorship

£250.00

What a great day, inspirational people everywhere, each with their own individual story. Kim and I feel elated and honoured to be among you all. Still aching, and raised money for a cause very close to our hearts. Ian Watts, Peak District Mighty Hiker

A challenge that pushed me both physically and mentally. I'm not sure what aches the most; my legs or my face from smiling so much! Thank you. Kate, Mighty Hiker

The atmosphere was amazing, we saw so many people encouraging each other and it felt so wholesome. Can’t wait to do my next Mighty Hike. Anastasia, Jurassic Coast Mighty HIker

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09:30

£20

Age 14 & over

  • 13 miles hiking + 1591 ft ascent