Where is the race?
Race HQ for both the Ultra and Croft Half will be located at the finish line at the Burton Hotel, in the delightful market town of Kington. Race HQ will be established once both distances have been set off from their respective registration and start points (see below).
MMT(W) Ultra: Chapter66 café, Ludlow Castle, Shropshire, SY8 1AY
Registration: 0700
Race brief: 0750
Race start: 0800
MMT(W) Croft Half: the Riverside Inn, Aymestrey, Leominster, HR6 9ST
Registration: 0830
Race brief: 0850
Race start: 0900
MMT(W) Ultra and Croft Half finish: the Burton Hotel, Kington, HR5 3BQ There is no cut off for either race (see below)
Are there ‘cut-off’ times for the race?
No there are official cut off times for either race. However, it is estimated that most Ultra athletes should arrive at the Riverside Inn checkpoint no later than 1300 (5 hours after starting) and be finished by 2000 (12 hours after starting). Most Croft Half athletes should arrive at the finish in Kington no later than 1500 (6 hours after starting). If atheletes of either distance don't make the above timing windows, the Race Director will contact them to make sure they are ok.
When is the race?
The race is on Saturday 27th December 2025.
What distances are involved?
There are two distances to choose from:
MMT(W) Ultra: approximately 30 miles
MMT(W) Croft Half: approximately 16 miles
What is the course like?
The MMT(W) Ultra is a mere 30ish mile mixed trail/field/road run. The route takes you through the Marches of England, with extensive forests, limestone tops and gentle pastures in an area dominated in mediaeval times by the Mortimer family, one of the most powerful Norman earldoms. It follows a succession of hills and ridges with some strenuous climbs, crossing the valleys of the rivers Teme, Lugg and Arrow, taking in the Mary Knoll Valley, the High Vinnals, Orleton Common, Croft Ambrey and Wapley hill fort, whilst meandering through a number of villages. The Trail starts in the entrance archway of one of the finest medieval ruins in England, set in the glorious bustling market town of Ludlow, and meanders it's way through to the Herefordshire market town of Kington.
This route will appeal to runners and walkers that are either looking for a great introduction to ultra distance events or athletes that are already established ultra runners and looking to test themselves on a relatively fast hilly course. With an estimated walk time of 8-12 hours and run time of 5-9 hours, this promises to be an adventure worth remembering.
The MMT(W) Croft Half is a 16ish mile short course version of the MMT Ultra. Taking in some of the Marches of England, it consists of mixed trail/field/road with extensive forests, limestone tops and gentle pastures in an area dominated in mediaeval times by the Mortimer family, one of the most powerful Norman earldoms. It follows a succession of hills and ridges with some strenuous climbs. The Trail starts at the Riverside Inn, Aymestrey, Herefordshire and meanders it's way through to the Herefordshire market town of Kington.
This route is ideal for runners and walkers that can already complete at flat half marathon distance or athletes looking to increase from a 10k flat route. An estimated walk time of 5-8 hours and run time of 3-6 hours, this is a great route for our shorter distance athletes.
How much does the race cost?
MMT(W) Ultra £55
MMT(W) Croft Half £35
Minibus transport to start £15
Medal Included
How do I enter?
To enter the race visit the ‘How To Enter’ section on the website and follow instructions. Entry to the race is online only. Entries will go live on Mon 1st July 2025.
Online entry is being managed by SiEntries.
https://www.sientries.co.uk/event.php?event_id=14943
Maps and Navigation
The MMT(W) Ultra and CroftHalf are both self-navigating routes. Part of the compulsory kit list is a paper copy of the route (an OS map or printed page off the website is fine). It is also recommended to have a gpx file of the route on your smartwatch / mobile phone or the OS maps app on your phone to aid with navigation.
What is the minimum age for entry?
Competitors for the Croft15 must be 17 years old on the date of the event. Competitors for the Ultra must be 18 years old on the date of the event.
What age group will I race in?
There are no age group categories, however prizes will be awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd places on both distances for female and open categories. Full details of prizes will be announced closer to race day.
How does the registration process work?
MMT(W) Ultra: registration will be available from 0700 in the Chapter66 café, Ludlow Castle, SY8 1AY.
MMT(W) Croft15: registration will be available from 0830 at the Riverside Inn, Aymestrey, Leominster, HR6 9ST.
Full details will be provided in the Athlete Guide, which will be emailed to athletes two weeks before the event. We do not send out race numbers or timing chips in the post.
Is parking available?
We recommend parking your car early in the morning in Kington and making your way back to Ludlow or Aymestrey for the start of your race. There is both paid and free parking at Kington in the High Street Car Park, Crabtree Rd, Kington, Herefordshire HR5 3UE. There is paid 'all day' parking in Ludlow in the Linney SY8 1EE. There is NO parking at the Riverside Inn, Aymestrey, only athlete drop off. Minibus transport, which can be booked for £15 per person when you sign up for the race, will take athletes from outside the Burton Hotel to their respective registration/start point. Ultra athletes will be picked up at 0630 and taken to Ludlow. Croft Half athletes will be picked up at 0800 and taken to Aymestrey. Further details on car parking and transport will be shown in the Athlete’s Guide that is posted to each athlete two weeks prior to race day.
There is no organised transport from Kington back to Aymestrey or Ludlow after the race!
Kington parking information can be found here:
Ludlow parking information can be found here:
What is the Wild Shropshire Ultra Series
This year we are collaborating with two other race event companies to launch an exciting new series of three increasingly long-distance running and walking challenges across the Shropshire Hills National Landscape. Andali Events, Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre and Runningmonk Trail Events have teamed up to create the event, known as the Wild Shropshire Ultra Series.
Not for the faint-hearted, The Series kicks off with our 30-mile Ultra as part of the Midwinter Mortimer Trail event. Then its on to the Shropshire Way 80K, a 50-miler hosted by the Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre which takes place on April 18th. The Series’ finale will take place on July 25th when Runningmonk bring you the Rollin’ 100, a 100 mile race event.
Any runner or walker who signs up and completes all three events will receive a unique medal, and there’s a special prize for the person that completes in the fastest combined time. Anyone wanting to take part needs to sign up to the Midwinter Mortimer Trail Race, indicating via a tick box that they are interested in doing the Series and that’s it- there’s no additional charges to take part.
To find out more about the series, please visit Andali Events, https://www.andalievents.com/ Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, https:// shropshirehillsdiscoverycentre .co.uk/shropshire-way-80k and Running Monk Trail events, https://www. runningmonktrailevents.com/.
Is there a kit list?
Below is a list of the required and optional kit for the race. You MUST have all the required items on the list and MUST be as described. There will be NO EXCEPTIONS. The organisers’ decision is final.
We will be carrying out kit spot checks at the start/finish and the checkpoints any runner found to not be carrying all the compulsory kit will be disqualified, this is for your own safety and also ensures that all entrants are carrying the same kit whether a racing snake or back marker.
Compulsory Kit List: Rucksack/race vest - suitable for carrying the items on the compulsory kit list
Fully charged mobile phone - with emergency numbers saved (available in Athletes Guide)
Means of hydration - ability to carry an absolute minimum of 1 litre of fluid
Enough food for between checkpoints (no shops on route!)
Waterproof jacket and trousers
Hat
Gloves
Fleece (or similar long sleeved warm upper body layer)
Basic first aid kit (plasters, microtape, vaseline, scissors minimum)
Fully charged head torch/torch
Whistle
Map (covering full route) - Ideally OS map but printed sections off the website will suffice
Personal medication
Optional Kit List:
Cup/Mug/Bottle - no cups will be provided at checkpoints
Paracetamol / ibupofren (self-issue only)
Where are the checkpoints?
CP1: MMT(W) Ultra: Registration & Start: Chapter 66 Café, Ludlow Castle, SY8 1AY
Grid Reference: SO 5093 7460
What 3 Words: ///barbarian.basin.forecast
CP2: MMT(W) Ultra: High Vinnals bench
Grid Reference: SO 4780 7241
What 3 Words: ///paper.undercuts.option
CP3: MMT(W) Ultra and MMT(W) Croft Half: Registration & Start: Riverside Inn, Aymestrey, HR6 9ST
Grid Reference: SO 4250 6541
What 3 Words: ///clinking.hexes.adopts
CP4: MMT(W) Ultra and MMT(W) Croft Half: Upper Lye woodland stile
Grid Reference: SO 3989 6508
What 3 Words: ///dynamics.expensive.squirts
CP5: MMT(W) Ultra and MMT(W) Croft Half: St Peter church, Titley
Grid Reference: SO 3314 6019
What 3 Words: ///river.prospered.sifts
CP6: MMT(W) Ultra and MMT(W) Croft Half: Finish: Burton Hotel, Kington, HR5 3BQ
Grid Reference: SO 2961 5660
What 3 Words: ///client.wage.villager
For those athletes doing the MMT(W) Ultra distance there will be the opportunity to buy coffee and cake at the Chapter 66 cafe for £5, and use the toilet facilities as you register and get ready for the start.
For both the MMT(W) Croft 15 athletes starting at, and the MMT(W) Ultra athletes checking in at, the Riverside Inn checkpoint there will be plenty of water and snacks as well as toilet facilities.
Where can I find the race results?
We will share the race results with you via e-mail shortly after the event.
Are there prizes?
Yes, there will be prizes awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd places on both distances for female and open categories. Full details of prizes will be announced closer to race day.
What is the cancellation policy?
If for any reason you are unable to attend the race, there will not be a refund of deferal option, however, there is an option to transfer it to another athlete on your SiEntries page.
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