TAPYARD ULTRA FAQS
BEFOREHAND
It's a point to event - how does that work?
The run starts at Renegade Brewery for 2027, and finishes at the Ramsbury Brewery - you have TWO main choices.
1) Park at Renegade Brewery or get dropped off by supporters. If you drive yourself, you'll need to get back to Renegade post-event to collect your car.
2) Park at the Ramsbury Brewery (the finish) on event morning and catch one of our event shuttles to the start at Renegade. You'll need to book this as part of your event entry. Complete your run, and your car is there at the finish already
Where is Race Registration? What do we get?
Race Registration will always be at the START end of the run, so this year that will be at Renegade Brewery.
At registration you'll collect your race number & pins, along with a Tapyard Ultra memento. NO RACE NUMBERS ARE BEING POSTED OUT.
On your race number will be your baggage tag (see below), event medic details, and QR code for the course map
Adjacent to registration will be the nutrition drop area (see below)
Is there car parking?
Yes, there is free car parking onsite. Car share where possible.
Is there a bag drop?
Yes, bag drop will be at Race Registration. Label your bag with your numbered bag tag, place it on the baggage van and it will be taken to the finish at Renegade Brewery for you.
Is there car parking?
Yes, there is free car parking onsite at both the start & finish. Car share where possible.
Can I start with friends?
Yes, runners will be set off in groups at the start, but you can select your own start time between 8:00 & 8:30. Just co-ordinate with friends.
Is the Kit List mandatory?
Some of the items of the kit list are marked as mandatory and are non-negotiable; other items are listed as 'recommended'. If you are found to not be carrying a mandatory item during the event, the organisers may add 1 hour to your time or disqualify you from the event.
Are there toilets?
There are toilets at the start & finish venues and some are available around the course too. Toilets are available at each checkpoint and public toilets will be sporadically available along the route. Toilet locations will be marked on the course map found via the QR code on your race number.
ON THE COURSE
What's the course like?
It's scenic and largely flat from 10km to 40km, taking in a variety of surfaces throughout. The ground is firm and we recommend using road shoes.
Is it well signed?
Yes, you can follow the course marked by our A4 size yellow arrows. You are also provided with a GPX version of the route within a week of race day.
Can I run with a pacer?
Yes, on the public accessible parts of the course.
Can I run with my dog?
No
How strict is the cut off time?
We will stick to the cut off times as they are in place for your safety. You must make the checkpoint cut off times around the course, which allow for even paced progression around the course to finish in time for the 5:00pm finish time.
CHECKPOINTS
How far are the checkpoints?
There will be four checkpoints on the course, at approximately 10km intervals.
What will I find at the checkpoints?
You'll find food & drink, and other essentials. We will have toilets at all checkpoints, or nearby. The food available will be snacks such as biscuits, crisps, chocolate, cereal bars, sweets, flapjack and bananas. On offer to drink will be water, squash, flat cola and energy drinks.
What if I have dietary preferences or needs?
You should use our personal nutrition drop service. You can have your own nutrition sent on to checkpoints 3 & 4, just drop if off at race registration pre start and it'll be taken there for you. You can of course carry your own supplies until then.
Will there be cups available at the checkpoints?
No, the event is free of single use cups, so if you'll want to drink from a cup on the course, you'll need to bring your own.
ANYTHING ELSE
Are UTMB points available?
No, that's not planned for this years event.
What are my options if I enter then get injured and can't run?
If more than 3 months to go, you can opt to defer your entry or to swap your place to another runner. Within 3 months of race day, you can swap your place to another runner, marshal in exchange for a deferral or forfeit your place in exchange for a 50% off voucher for a future race. See the event terms & conditions for full details.
Is there anything for spectators to do?
Spectators can follow the course easily enough, however we cannot allow spectators into the checkpoint areas. There will be 50km worth of route to see your runner - please avoid the 4 checkpoints so that we can ensure access to our event medics if required.
What happens if I need to pull out?
If you can no longer continue, or are asked to stop following missing a cut off time just must inform a marshal or Race HQ. You will need to be self sufficient in returning to the Finish.
What if I'm injured?
We have event medics, both stationed at the Start/Finish and out around the course. Contact them directly if you are able in the instance of a serious injury to yourself or another runner.
Are there marshals?
Yes, at the checkpoints and at key positions on the course.
AT THE FINISH
What do I get at the finish?
A Tapyard Ultra medal and pint cup souvenir (not just for single use and to throw away), plus a voucher for a free drink at the bar. You can choose your favourite drink from either Brewery, with bars available from both Ramsbury & Renegade breweries, no matter the venue.
There are drinks and snacks, sports massage will be available and our food vendors at Ramsbury Brewery will have a choice of options available.
Are there prizes?
Yes, there will be prizes for the first three female & male finishers overall, and for the female and male age category winners.
