3 races
Event overview
Don’t miss this epic point-to-point challenge, starting at Prestatyn seafront and climbing inland along the historic Offa’s Dyke Path through the dramatic Clwydian Hills.
With Half Marathon, Marathon and Ultra options, this fully supported trail event rewards determination with big views, summit finishes and a true sense of achievement.
Highlights
- Point-to-point trail run from sea level to the hills
- Routes follow the iconic Offa’s Dyke National Trail
- Choice of Half Marathon, Marathon or Ultra distance
- Challenging climbs with panoramic summit views
- GPS tracking and well-managed checkpoints
- Staggered start times based on predicted pace
- Bespoke finisher medal for all who complete the course
- Coach transport available from finish locations
Course records
Half Marathon
- Male: Paul Martin 2:11:35 (2024)
- Female: Amie Smith 2:17:59 (2024)
Full Marathon
- Male: Warren Renkel 4:12:37 (2019)
- Female: Hayley Evans 4:54:59 (2019)
Ultra Marathon
- Male: Ally Hughes 5:57:40 (2024)
- Female: Chrissie Wellington 5:49:54 (2021)
Event photos
Event video
- Average fitness
- Beginner-friendly
- Event village
Kit list
A mandatory kit list is readily available.
- Urban
Event HQ
Nova Prestatyn
Bastion Road
Prestatyn
Clwyd
LL19 7EY
UK
Coach travel
This will be available on a first come, first served basis. All competitors are advised, regardless of whether they have booked coach travel or not, to have a support driver on hand, in the event of you having to drop out early through injury or any other reason and you have somebody to pick you up. The coach shall leave the finish car park (approx. 1-2km from the summit finish), at the following times:
- Half Marathon - Bodfari 1.30pm
- Full Marathon - Clwyd Gate 4.30pm
- Ultra Marathon - Horseshoe Pass 3pm and 5pm
Is this the toughest half in the UK!? Proper, fair kit check. Well marked route if you are paying attention and have downloaded the gpx as well! Took me an hour longer than a road half marathon. Peter Lester-Owen
Orientation! A definite need to be able to read a map, we found it very easy to lose the Offa's Dyke path in parts.Those tough climbs reward you with some amazing views, simply beautiful. Lindsey Black
Amazing route and well organised. Kit check at the start - safety was taken seriouslyElectronic check in at checkpoints made things seamless. Amazing route. James Hurrell
Well organised race. Great to have transport back. Great facilities at the start. Andrew Gooda
Great route, friendly event. Anon
Top event. Nathan S
Tough old route. Chris R
Muddy and boggy and ups and down and rain and wind distance made this trail so hard but so enjoyable. Even if it was a sunny day the trail alone is very clever and has great inclines and declines and terrains to keep the mind entertained. Chris R
Loved It. Michael S
Route is fantastic and well marked however glad I had the GPX file downloaded as needed it as I got towards Bodfari. Michael S
Amazing route, very challenging but worth it! Reiss A
Great trail. Well marked and gpx file keeps you on track. JAKE J
No frills, no fuss event, all about the running, not the social media. Love it, keep it up. David B
Really good climbs, views, fun. Really enjoyable way to spend a Sunday. Teleri W
Is this the toughest half in the uk!? Peter L
Proper, fair kit check. Well marked route if you are paying attention and have downloaded the gpx as well! Peter L
Great trail, but the way isn't very well marked by the national trail signage. Quentin L
Amazing route and well organised. James H
Kit check at the start - safety was taken seriously. Electronic check in at checkpoints made things seamless. James H
Well organised race. Great to have transport back. Andrew G
Great route, friendly event. Anonymous
Sustainability
- Bring your own cup
Races at event
- Sun 6 Dec
- #1 of 3
08:30
Age 17 & over
£38.50
- 13.1 miles trail running
- Sun 6 Dec
- #2 of 3
08:00
Age 18 & over
£49.50
- 26.2 miles trail running
- Sun 6 Dec
- #3 of 3
07:00
Age 18 & over
£59.50
- 33 miles trail running