Run to the Castle Ultra | Ultra
Take on a stunning ultra journey along the Welsh coastline, finishing in style at a historic castle. It's an unforgettable challenge packed with scenery, heritage, and adventure.
Sign up for £68-£70
- Sat 15 Aug 2026
08:45
Age 18 & over
£68-£70
- 42 miles multi terrain running + 2931 ft ascent
Event overview
Run to the Castle will take runners and walkers from the coastal village of Aberdyfi along the beautiful coastal path, taking in the seafront at Tywyn, the village of Fairbourne, the famous Fairbourne bridge, Barmouth, and the castle town of Harlech, approximately 42 miles away.
Highlights
- Unique ultra route finishing at a historic castle
- Scenic coastal trails with varied terrain throughout
- Memorable point-to-point style challenge
- Fully waymarked, so no navigation required
- Shorter marathon option
- Supportive atmosphere with a focus on enjoyment and achievement
This event is part of Run to the Castle Ultra.
Event photos
Event video
- Average fitness
- Beginner-friendly
- Event village
Timetable
Mandatory kit
A simple, mandatory kit list is readily available.
- Check points
- Hilly
- Navigation not required
- Point to point
- Way markers
Overview
Run to the Castle will take runners and walkers from the coastal village of Aberdyfi up the beautiful coastal path, taking in the seafront at Tywyn, the village of Fairbourne, the famous Fairborne bridge, Barmouth, to the castle town of Harlech which is approx 42 miles away.
There will also be a marathon distance where you run from Aberdyfi to Barmouth.
The course is very well signed, and is a mixture of beach, tracks, and pavements.
Cut off
12 hours.
There will be a time limit of 12 hours for the race.
- Bag transfer
- Coast
- Secure bag storage
Event HQ
Aberdyfi Village Hall
Aberdyfi
Aberdovey
Gwynedd
LL35 0NR
UK
Start
The start is about 200 yards from both Aberdfyi train station and the main car park in the village (LL35 0NR).
By rail
There is a connecting train station in Harlech, approximately 200 yards from the finish (so no need to change, and it takes an hour). This is a point-to-point race; entrants can get back to the start easily.
- Medal
The entry fee will include a fully recced course, food and drinks at 4 separate checkpoints, and a finishers medal. Results will be available online after the race.
- Age 18 & over
- Entries open
- Enter online
- Event merch available
Entry fees
Entry fee
£68.00
Entry fee
£70.00
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- Sat 15 Aug
- #1 of 2
08:45
Age 18 & over
£44-£45
- 26.2 miles multi terrain running