Info: New entries for this event closed on Sunday 6th August 2023.
£199 non-refundable deposit upon entry, then balance payments due by and as specified below:
The total entry fee is £1599 |
Staged only six times, the Dragon’s Back Race® has acquired near mythical status in the adventure racing and running community. The event was first held in 1992.
Already regarded as the world’s toughest mountain race, the Dragon’s Back Race® was extended from five to six days in 2021, increasing the distance covered from 315km to 380km, and height climbed from 15,500m to 17,400m. Participants start at Conwy Castle and then embark on an incredible journey down the whole spine of Wales, finishing in the grounds of Cardiff Castle.
We are delighted to say that for the 2023 event, you can now sign up with the intention of running the new 'Hatchling course'. This still presents a fantastic challenge and some awesome days of running - allowing more participants to experience this legendary race through Wales. This added flexibility also allows participants to be officially recognised if they start the full course but end up completing the Hatchling course instead; all participants who cross the finish line at Cardiff Castle will now be involved in the prize ceremony, with a Dragon Hatchling trophy awaiting those who have made it there on the new Hatchling course.
We look forward to seeing you there,
Shane Ohly
Race Director
Header photo ©No Limits Photography
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This event offers the option to purchase XCover, so that participants may be able to get a refund if they are unable to attend due to unforeseen circumstances.
