Ultra Running Hub Abergavenny, United Kingdom · Saturday, July 4, 2026
The Pigum - Porth i Gymru Ultra Marathon
What the course asks
DUV results for the 2025 edition (30mi) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
Typical conditions, July
Regional 2001-2020 average for July — NASA POWER, grid elevation 256 m. Not a forecast.
Results history
| Year | Race | Finishers | Men's winner | Women's winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 30mi | 230 | Evan Davies · 04:20:00 | Rachel Piper · 05:41:00 |
| 2024 | 30mi | 181 | Ellis Davies · 04:18:00 | Anne-Marie Moon · 05:36:00 |
| 2023 | 30mi | 177 | Evan Davies · 04:30:00 | Katie Ironside · 05:05:00 |
The field grew 27% between 2024 (181) and 2025 (230). 44% of the 2025 field were women.
DUV results for the 2025 edition (30mi) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
The Aid Station
Course-specific beta from the community
This is a vertical course. Poles are highly recommended for the sustained climbs.
With trail terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.
Gear for this race
Chosen for 48 km of trail with 5,440 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes 113 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
- Race Nutrition 48 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
- Hydration Vests Pole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
- Trekking Poles 5,440 m of ascent to walk up.
- GPS Watches Battery life first — a 48 km day outlasts most full-GPS modes.
Similar races
Other 50K trail ultras, closest in distance first.