Exciting changes ahead for the Ring O' Fire!

Hi everyone! We've got some exciting news to share. We've been a bit quiet since the incredible Ring O' Fire race weekend back in August, but we've been working on some updates to the race format.

New Race Format, New Adventures!

Ring O' Fire

The backbone of our event series since 2012 and beloved by many. The essence remains with approximately 130 miles over three days along the stunning Anglesey Coastal Path, but it's now evolving into a non-stop endurance race. Faster runners can push on without stopping, while others can rest at designated checkpoints along the way. Expect increased cut-off times, revamped checkpoint locations, and more support for this great adventure. We're finalising details but anticipate up to 48 hours to complete the course.

Firelighter

Since 2017, this non-stop race has carved its way along the dramatic northwest section to Amlwch. Now, it’s extending to the beautiful coastal village of Moelfre, making it just shy of 50 miles. Look forward to increased cut-off times and some revamped checkpoint locations. Again, details are being finalised, but expect a cut-off time of around 14 hours.

Event Dates for 2025

Ring O' Fire: 29-31 August 2025

Firelighter: 29 August 2025

More details will follow, so keep an eye on our social media and website (refresh in progress)
Bookings open on 6 December - mark your calendars!

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Expect reasonably priced entry fees, discounts for returning runners, and early bird discounts

Thank you for your incredible support.

Keep the fire burning!

The Challenges

Ring O' Fire

Ring O' Fire is a coastal ultra marathon which takes runners on an extraordinary 135 mile journey around the Isle of Anglesey, North Wales. The epic foot race is staged over three consecutive days and follows the rugged and spectacular Anglesey Coastal Path.

Almost the entire coastline of Anglesey has been designated an "Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty". Set against the dramatic backdrop of Snowdonia mountain range, runners will challenge themselves in some of the most awe inspiring coastal scenery in the British Isles.

Beauty aside, the extreme distance and variable terrain has sealed the race's reputation as one of the most challenging ultra marathons in the British Isles.

Sign-up to the fourteenth edition of the race which takes place 29th August - 31st August 2025.

Or sign-up as a charity runner and raise money for a great cause! This year we are offering a limited number of charity places and have partnered with five leading charities, Bowel Cancer UK, the Stroke Association, the Afghan Sports Trust, Petals Charity and St David's Hospice.

Free entry* for charity runners - you only pay a £100 registration fee, which is refunded in full, if you attempt the ROF challenge and meet the minimum £500 fundraising target. (*Upon completion of the challenge the charity pays your entry fee from the funds you have raised). See our Charity Runner page for further info.

Firelighter

Since 2017, we have been offering runners the chance to run Day 1 of the Ring O' Fire as a separate race. If you prefer a single stage race over a shorter distance this may be the race for you. This 35.7 mile race is a very challenging ultra marathon in its own right. We call it the Firelighter!

Sign-up to the ninth edition of the race which takes place 29th August 2025.

Or sign-up as a charity runner and raise money for a great cause! This year we are offering a limited number of charity places and have partnered with five leading charities, Bowel Cancer UK, the Stroke Association, the Afghan Sports Trust, Petals Charity and St David's Hospice.

Free entry* for charity runners - you only pay a £50 registration fee, which is refunded in full, if you attempt the Firelighter challenge and meet the minimum £200 fundraising target. (*Upon completion of the challenge the charity pays your entry fee from the funds you have raised). See our Charity Runner page for further info.

Key Information

Ring O' Fire 2025

Date and Time 29/08/2025 - 31/08/2025
Registration From 10am
Race starts 1pm Start Point Breakwater Country Park
Holyhead
Isle of Anglesey
North Wales
LL65 1YG Finish Point Same as start point Route Distance: 135m (216km)
Elevation: c13,000ft (4,000m) Race Terrain 90% trail - 10% road

Time Limit Day 1: 9 hours
Day 2: 18 hours
Day 3: 9.5 hours Number of Checkpoints 16 Navigation skills Required Medical Support Yes Course Marked Yes Entry Limit 150

Entry Fee From £215.00
What's included? Race Overview Race Schedule Race Highlights Run for Charity Kit List

Firelighter 2025

Date and Time 29/08/2025
Registration From 10am
Race starts 1pm Start Point Breakwater Country Park
Holyhead
Isle of Anglesey
North Wales
LL65 1YG Finish Point Amlwch Leisure Centre
Townybryn
Amlwch
Isle of Anglesey
LL68 9TH Route Distance: 35.7m (57.2km)
Elevation: c2,880ft (877m)

Race Terrain 90% trail - 10% road Time Limit 9 hours Number of Checkpoints 3 Navigation skills Required Medical Support Yes Course Marked Yes Entry Limit 150

Entry Fee From £75.00
What's included? Race Overview Race Schedule Race Highlights Run for Charity Kit List

The Ring Of Fire

Love is A Burning Thing
And it Makes A Fiery Ring
Bound By Wild Desire
I Fell Into A Ring Of Fire

I Fell Into A Burning Ring Of Fire
I Went Down, Down, Down
And The Flames Went Higher

And It Burns, Burns, Burns
The Ring Of Fire
The Ring Of Fire
Johnny Cash

Aerial View

What do people say about us?

"Thank You for a fantastic weekend! I loved every god damn painful step!!!"
Past Ring O' Fire finisher

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