Expected August 2027
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Run to the Castle Ultra is a challenging 42-mile ultra or marathon along the beautiful Welsh coast from Aberdyfi to Harlech, organised by How Hard Can it be Events. The event features stunning coastal scenery, four checkpoints, and a finisher's medal.
Stunning coastal views along the Wales Coast Path
Historic Harlech Castle finish
Point-to-point course with train return to start
Start / Finish
Aberdovey Village Hall, Aberdovey LL35 0NR (200 yards from Aberdyfi train station and main car park)
Harlech (approx 200 yards from Harlech train station)
Getting There
Race Day
What to bring
Rucksack and bladder or bottle (minimum 1 litre water)
Emergency food
Fully charged mobile phone
Waterproof jacket
Whistle
Map of the area (basic map of route provided)
Compass
First aid kit
What you get
Finisher medal
Fully recced course
Bag transport from start to finish
Results online after race
On the day
Toilets
Bag drop
Marshals on course
First aid on course
Before you enter
Other questions
Yes, there is a train from Harlech to Aberdyfi (approx 1 hour, no change needed). Trains run every 90-120 minutes.
Yes, we transport one bag per runner from the start to the finish area.
Entry fee
Registration isn't open yet. We'll show pricing when the organiser confirms.Aberdovey, United Kingdom
Expected August 2027
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