MTC Beowulf
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MTC Beowulf
The MTC Beowulf is a single day ultra running event that forms Day 6 of the Mount to Coast Albion end to end challenge. The published route follows the same course used by the organiser's JOGLE event but with reduced daily distances. The event total distance is listed as 35.4 miles and runs from Shrewsbury to Kidderminster, starting at Travelodge Shrewsbury Battlefield and finishing at The Talbot Hotel.
Entry is limited to 20 standalone competitors with an additional allowance of 20 Albion entrants giving a maximum field of 40. The organisers apply preset cut off points based on a minimum average speed of 4.0 miles per hour; competitors who fall below this average may be withdrawn. Ultra Running Ltd issues real time tracking devices to entrants that include SOS functionality and provides GPX and map files to competitors by email prior to the event.
All finishers receive a Beowulf medal. Male and female champions receive bespoke trophies. The event is cup free so competitors must provide their own reusable cup. Entry fees are stated as £90 for the standard ultra and £155 for the Beowulf Plus package which includes an embroidered race shirt and a lightweight hi vis jacket if ordered at least four weeks before the event. All payments are non refundable though a personal cancellation insurance option is offered at booking.
Competitors must be aged 20 or over on race day and carry mandatory kit including a backpack, head torch with spare batteries, provided route maps, compass or GPS, whistle, mobile phone, basic first aid and emergency food items. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
