Fri 4 Sep 2026 Holyhead, Isle of Anglesey, UK

Ring O' Fire | Firelighter 50

A coastal ultra which takes runners on an extraordinary journey around the Isle of Anglesey, North Wales. The epic foot race is staged over 3 days and follows the rugged Anglesey Coastal Path.

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  • Fri 4 Sep 2026
Breakwater Country Park, Holyhead
Firelighter 50

09:00

Age 18 & over

£125-£150

  • 47 miles multi terrain running

Event overview

Almost the entire coastline of Anglesey has been designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Set against the dramatic backdrop of Snowdonia mountain range, runners will challenge themselves in some of the most awe inspiring coastal scenery in the British Isles.

Beauty aside, the extreme distance and variable terrain has sealed the race's reputation as one of the most challenging ultra marathons in the British Isles.

Highlights

  • 135 mile coastal ultra marathon over 3 days
  • 90% of the route is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
  • Something extraordinary for your September weekend
  • Shorter 'Firelighter' option to complete day one only
  • Ideal for individuals, pairs and teams of running buddies
  • Charity runners pay a lower registration fee which gets refunded if you fundraise

This event is part of Ring O' Fire.

Event details

  • Average fitness
  • Teams

Route

  • Check points
  • Cut off time
  • First aid
  • Food stations
  • Hilly
  • Marshals
  • Point to point
  • Single start
  • Toilets
  • Water stations
  • Way markers

Location

  • Bag transfer
  • Coast
  • Park
  • Rural
  • Toilets

What's included

  • Chip timing
  • Goody bag
  • GPS tracking
  • Medal
  • Technical t-shirt

Sustainability

  • Bring your own cup
  • Lift sharing advised
  • Public transport links
  • Sustainability policy

How to enter

  • Age 18 & over
  • Entries open
  • Charity places
  • Collect race pack
  • Enter online
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09:00

Age 18 & over

£275-£600

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