CRANUM HALF is a glorious, brand new coastal adventure that is part of our 10th Anniversary celebrations. The route follows the Ceredigion Coast Path from Aberaeron to Llangrannog, birthplace of Sarah Jane Rees, the poet, master mariner and gay icon better know as Cranogwen, after whom this race is named.
Replacing our traditional coastal race, VOGUM (Vale of Glamorgan Ultramarathon), this time you can dip your toes (or more!) in the refreshing waters of Cardigan Bay, soar above the sea by scaling the cliffside trail for panoramic views and explore the beautiful Ceredigion Coastal Path.
This race is an ideal recce for the Stable Adventures Sirona 100 and Wild Horse West Coast 200 as it treads the most beautiful segment of those routes.
Start Location
Aberaeron, Ceredigion, Wales
Finish Location
Llangrannog, Ceredigion, Wales
Start Time
1000 Saturday 5th June 2027
Elevation Profile
2,640ft
Checkpoints
One fully stocked aid station
Terrain
90% trail, 10% road, 100% salty
WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT?
NO CUT OFF TIMES
No cut-off times. Less clock-watching, more finding your stride. You bring the ambition – we give you room to fly.
PRE RACE PHONE CALLS
Every runner, a pre-race call. A friendly check-in to see how you’re feeling, answer your questions and ease any nerves.
DNF REDEMPTION
A DNF isn’t the end of your story. You get a free shot at redemption because unfinished business deserves another start line.
PARENTAL POLICY
Enlightened deferment policy for pregnant people and new parents. Contact us to discuss your requirements.
We use plotaroute.com for supplying our maps as this means we can provide last minute updates that are readily available and allow you to download them in the best format for your navigation device.
Note: plotaroute.com does have pop-ups. Pegasus Ultra Running will never charge you for downloading or accessing our route files
LLANGRANNOG & CEREDIGION
CRANUM HALF is a 14-mile point-to-point course following Llwybr Arfordir Cymru, the Wales Coast Path, past beaches and up cliffs, starting in Aberaeron and ending in Llangrannog. CRANUM HALF promises beautiful coastal scenery, picturesque towns, working villages, the full spectrum of Ceredigion.
Our start is Aberaeron, a quaint regency-style town. We hit the coastal path and head towards Little Quay Bay and New Quay, the last large town before the finish line. This will be an ideal time to grab an ice cream and gird our loins for the final segment to Llangrannog.
With 2,640 feet of elevation, the undulating terrain is mixed, including path, trail, grass, sand and the odd smattering of tarmac, so appropriate footwear is required.
POINTS OF INTEREST
Aberaeron is named after after the Welsh god of war, Aeron.
The Dylan Thomas Trail runs from Llanon to New Quay and celebrates the life of the poet and his connections to Ceredigion.
New Quay, now a popular tourist destination due to its three beaches, was once an important seafaring town, building smacks, schooners and square riggers. A newspaper noted that in 1907 New Quay had more retired sea captains living in it than any other place of its own size in Wales.
The fastest known time for running all 870 miles of the Wales Coast Path was once held by Rhys Jenkins, founder of Pegasus Ultra Running. He completed the entire route in 20 days 10 hours, a record that stood for three years.
2011’s coastal protection scheme built by the Welsh Assembly and the EU at Borth unexpectedly revealed the remains of a petrified forest. Perhaps this is part of Cantre’r Gwaelod, the Welsh Atlantis?
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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