MTC Cymrun 26
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Event
The MTC CYMRUN is a six day end-to-end of Wales, held 14th-19th April 2026 and forming part of the Mount to Coast End to End Challenge series. The route covers a total of 256 miles, averaging just over 42 miles per day. The edition is listed as the first and carries 6 UTMB points. Competitor places are limited to 20. Entry options include a full entry fee of £1,200 (deposit £300 with staged payments) and a charity entry option with a non-refundable deposit of £150 and a minimum fundraising target of £2,500. All entrants must meet the organiser age requirement of at least 20 years on the race start day. Finishers receive a CYMRUN medal, a trophy, a bottle of champagne and six bespoke daily medals. Hotel accommodation, breakfasts and evening meals are provided for the end of Day 1 through Day 5; competitors arrange their own accommodation at the start and after the finish.
Route and logistics
The route uses Cycle Route 8, beginning at Holyhead on Anglesey and finishing at Barry Island, passing Caernarfon, Barmouth, Llanidloes, Glasbury and Merthyr Tydfil. Daily distances are:
- Day 1 - 37.6 miles
- Day 2 - 50.3 miles
- Day 3 - 47.2 miles
- Day 4 - 46.4 miles
- Day 5 - 39.8 miles
- Day 6 - 34.9 miles
Maps and GPX files are supplied to entrants four weeks before the event. The organiser provides tracking devices with SOS capability. Mandatory kit includes a backpack, head torch with spare batteries, provided route maps, compass or GPS device, whistle, mobile phone and a basic first aid kit. The event enforces a minimum average speed of 4 mph; runners below this may be withdrawn. No competitor is permitted to continue on course after 22:00. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.