THE HEART OF WALES HALF 2026
NEW for 2026 – Experience a Pegasus Half and take on 15 miles of the HOWUM!
MAY 2nd 2026
NEW for 2026, the Pegasus Half invites you to discover the HEART of WALES across 15 miles of beautiful Welsh countryside. This new offering is an initiative designed to open the door to trail running, giving runners the opportunity to experience the Pegasus routes, terrain, and atmosphere in a supportive and achievable way.
Starting from the welcoming town of Llanidloes, the route follows well-established sections of the Sarn and Glyndŵr’s Way, heading out towards the stunning Clywedog Reservoir. With runnable trails, manageable climbs, and breathtaking views, the course provides a genuine sense of adventure without feeling overwhelming.
Whether you’re stepping up from a road half marathon, trying trail running for the first time, or looking for a taste of Pegasus, the Pegasus Half offers a memorable introduction to trail running in the HEART of WALES before returning to the picturesque streets of Llanidloes.
The Heartlands of Wales
The Heartlands of Wales circular is a spectacular combination of trails merged into 1. Meandering through the heartlands of Wales, the route takes in sections of the Sarn, Glyndwr’s Way, Severn Way and Wye Walk in what must be one of the most spectacular areas of Wales.
Point of interest
The Clywedog reservoir is a reservoir near Llanidloes, Wales on the head-waters of the River Severn. Don’t worry, you won’t miss it.
In 2025 we had a record number of runners, a 100% finish rate and our female runners outnumbered our male runners on our ultra marathon. Challenge your perceived limits in a safe, supportive and friendly environment. Join us for the HOWUM in 2026!
EXPLORE THE ROUTE – THE HOWUM HALF
Route map for The HOWUM Half By Pegasus by Rhys Jenkins on plotaroute.com
Why do we use plotaroute?
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
Race Day Schedule
05:30 – Registration Opens
07:30 – Morning Stretch/Catch up with the Pegasus Family
07:45 – Pre-Event Chat with Heart FM on repeat!!!
08:00 – Start of The HOWUM Half
Time Limits and Checkpoints
Please note we do not have time limits. Like we’ve stated previously, you’ve trained and paid to enter this race… We owe it to each participant to provide the help, support and time to get you to the finish line. Although we want our participants to challenge themselves, we don’t believe you have to run your heart out to do so. Take in the scenery, have a chat with a local, but most of all… enjoy the adventure!
In terms of Checkpoints, there are 1 along the route. They will be fully manned and stocked with snacks, fresh fruit, drinks (hot and cold), seats, power banks and music . Please include your dietary requirements when signing up, and we will accommodate accordingly.
