THE HAYUM

The Hay-on-Wye Ultra Marathon
APRIL 3RD 2027
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The HAYUM, the Hay-on-Wye Ultra Marathon, is a trail race around the north-easternmost tip of Bannau Brycheiniog, the Beacon Beacons National Park. The base for our adventure is Hay-on-Wye, or Y Gelli Gandryll in Welsh, a place celebrated around the world as the “Town of Books”. As the town prepares for the literary festival later in May, we will be exploring famous trails such as the Wye Valley Walk and Offa’s Dyke Path.

Start Location

Hay On Wye

Finish Location

Hay On Wye

Start Time

08:00 Saturday 3rd April

Elevation Profile

4,823ft

Aid Stations

2 fully stocked checkpoints

Terrain

90% trail, 10% road, 100% books

HAY ON WYE

Hay-on-Wye is a place where bookshop browsing meets boots-on adventure. From its castle and winding streets to the open slopes of Hay Bluff and the Black Mountains beyond, there’s plenty to explore from this characterful border town. Expect riverside paths, grassy climbs and sweeping views — with plenty of excuses to stop, catch your breath and wonder why the hills looked smaller from the bookshop.

Point of interest – HAY CASTLE

Hay Castle is a point of interest along the route with a royal story all of its own. Its former owner, bookseller Richard Booth, declared himself King of Hay in 1977 and appointed his horse prime minister. As you pass, spare a thought for a town that took its love of books all the way to independence — and gave a horse a surprisingly good career opportunity.

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MANDATORY Kit

  • Running shoes or hiking boots (trail shoes recommended).
  • Waterproof jacket.
  • Water bottle or similar (1-litre minimum).
  • Mobile phone (fully charged).
  • GPX route downloaded to a device (GPS, phone or watch).
  • Head torch or similar light source.
  • Survival bag.
  • A reusable cup – suitable for hot and cold drinks.
  • Backpack, race vest or similar to carry all other mandatory equipment.
  • More details are provided in the race manual.

Included with your Entry

  • No cut-off times.
  • A glorious finisher’s medal.
  • Pre- and post-race care.
  • Race manual packed with information (and a few rules!).
  • Three checkpoints – two fully-stocked aid stations and a midpoint water stop.
  • Access to drop bags at midpoint.
  • Professional medical cover.
  • Amazing support from “The Teulu”, the Pegasus & Stable Adventures volunteer family.

Fancy volunteering?

Want to experience an event from the eyes of “The Teulu”, the Pegasus & Stable Adventures volunteer family? Drop us an email to info@pegasusultrarunning.com and we’ll be sure to get in touch.

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