Post Code: LL65 1YG
Ring O’ Fire and Firelighter events both start at Holyhead Breakwater Country Park, Holyhead.
Travel Options
Holyhead is a major port with excellent transport links, making it easy to reach:
- Manchester and Liverpool: Approximately 2 hours by car.
- London: Just over 3.5 hours by direct train.
- Dublin: Less than 2 hours by ferry.
By Car
Follow the A55 Expressway along the North Wales coast and cross the Britannia Bridge onto Anglesey. From the bridge, it takes 20 minutes (20 miles / 32 km) along the A55 to reach Holyhead.
Car Share
We encourage car sharing to reduce environmental impact and enjoy social and financial benefits. Connect with other runners via our Facebook group. We also invite you to join our Ring O’ Fire and Firelighter Running Community page.
By Coach
National Express and Eurolines offer coach services to Holyhead from major cities. For timetable and ticket information, visit:
By Rail
Holyhead Station has direct rail links to London Euston and Cardiff, with easy connections from Chester and Crewe. From Holyhead station, it’s a short taxi ride or a walk to Breakwater Country Park. For train times and fares, visit National Rail.
By Ferry
Dublin is less than 2 hours away by ferry. From the ferry port, it’s a short taxi ride or walk to Breakwater Country Park. For ferry times and fares, visit:
By Air
Liverpool John Lennon Airport and Manchester International Airport are the closest, at 104 and 122 miles away, respectively.
Taxis in Anglesey
Find details of taxi services on the Anglesey Council website.
Entry Terms & Conditions
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Run for Charity
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Navigation & Maps
Navigation While advanced navigational skills aren’t required, a basic understanding is necessary. We strongly recommend carrying a map, compass, and…
Registration & Race Essentials Pick-Up
Location: Holyhead Breakwater Country Park, Holyhead, LL65 1YG You can register and collect your race essentials at the following times:…
Travelling here
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Supporters
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Route Overview
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Bag Transport
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Race Rules
For a fair competition and a safe experience, we ask all runners to follow our race rules Ring O’ Fire…