The Railway Ultra
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The Railway Ultra
The Railway Ultra is a multi-distance running event held along the banks of the River Severn between Ironbridge and Bridgnorth. The course follows a disused railway line and runs behind The Woodbridge Public House, with the event headquarters at TF8 7JF. The route passes river views and visible traces of the area's industrial heritage.
Participants choose from multiple distances offered on the same riverside route:
- 9 miles
- 13.1 miles (Half Marathon)
- 19 miles (3/4 Marathon)
- 28 miles
- 37 miles
The course uses out and back laps of 9.4 miles each. Aid stations are provided approximately every 4.7 miles. A seven hour cut off is applied for the event. Parking is located about a 10 minute walk from headquarters at the Coalport China Museum and Coalport YHA, with charges applying.
Local facilities within about one mile of the start include riverside pubs and the Coalport YHA. The event description highlights the riverside setting and the section of disused railway used for the route. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
