The Wrath — Register Your Interest

The Wrath is the new home of the Cape Wrath Ultra, reimagined in true Spine style: solo, self-sufficient, non-stop, brutal.

It's the progression of the dream that started fifteen years ago on the Pennine Way and if anything, it goes further. The Cape Wrath Trail is more remote, more raw and more demanding than anything we've created before.

This isn't a race for spectacle. It's for runners who want to test themselves against one of the last truly wild trails left in the UK - all backed by the same dedicated logistics team, army of volunteers, safety crew and medics who make The Spine possible every year.

"The Wrath reignites the pioneering nature of the Spine – more difficult, more self-sufficient, more remote, more raw."

Phil Hayday-Brown, Race Director

Key facts

Date	Sunday 2 May 2027, 11:00 start
Route	Fort William, north along the full length of the Cape Wrath Trail
Race options	Wrath · Wrath Challenger South · Wrath Sprint South
Format	Continuous, self-sufficient, solo, Spine-style
Entry process	Expression of interest, followed by early pre-sale

The three races

All three start in Fort William and follow the Cape Wrath Trail north. Tap a race for the detail.

Wrath Fort William to Cape Wrath · the flagship event +

The complete expedition, end to end — Fort William to the Cape Wrath lighthouse, with four full-support checkpoints and eight further welfare checkpoints along the way.

Distance

236 mi

Checkpoints

4 CPs + 8 welfare

Cut-off

7 days

Price

£1,495

Places

~100

Wrath Challenger South Fort William to Strathcarron · the mid-distance option +

More than the Sprint, not the full Wrath — a serious step up for runners who want a big multi-day objective without the full expedition distance. One full-support checkpoint at Kinloch Hourn, plus two welfare checkpoints en route.

Distance

96 mi

Checkpoints

1 CP + 2 welfare

Cut-off

56 hrs

Price

£595

Places

~50

Wrath Sprint South Fort William to Kinloch Hourn · the accessible entry point +

Shorter, but still a serious mountain and wilderness race — equivalent in positioning to the Spine Sprint, in more remote terrain. No full-support checkpoint before the finish, but two welfare checkpoints along the way.

Distance

56 mi

Checkpoints

2 welfare stops

Cut-off

24 hrs

Price

£185

Places

Subject to final confirmation.

The essentials

Continuous, non-stop, solo and self-sufficient — no pacers, no outside support, same DNA as The Spine
Entirely unmarked route — self-navigation required; GPS mandatory, map and compass competence essential
Mandatory kit will apply; full list follows closer to entry opening
Checkpoint support (drop bags, food, sleep, medical access) still TBC — expect to carry most of what you need between them
GPS tracker on every runner, safety teams on the ground, medical support from Global Expedition Medics
Emergency and withdrawal protocols TBC

Who it's for

Experienced ultra and mountain runners, comfortable in remote terrain
Prior long-distance mountain or expedition-style ultra experience expected, especially for the Full distance
Wrath Sprint South is the most realistic starting point for runners newer to ultra distances — though every entry is still vetted
All entries reviewed as part of registering interest — see the form below

Registering your interest

Adds you to our review list — not a race entry, and doesn't guarantee a place
Approved registrants get early access to a pre-sale ahead of public launch
Deposit terms, refund/transfer policy and travel logistics will follow before entries open
The route is being planned with care for landowners, land agencies and local communities — more detail as it's confirmed

Registering interest does not guarantee a place. It means you'll receive early information about The Wrath and, if appropriate, access to the pre-sale ahead of public launch.

Register your interest for the pre-sale

This isn't a race entry — it's a place on our review list. Tell us honestly about your experience; all entries are reviewed before pre-sale access is offered.

Your details

First name *

Last name *

Email address *

Country *

Race preference

Preferred race option *

Wrath Full distance Challenger South Mid distance Sprint South ~56 miles

Ready to enter during an early pre-sale if selected? *

Yes I'd enter during early pre-sale No / not sure yet I'd want more information first

Your experience

Your ultra-running and mountain racing background *

Some races and expedition challenges may be considered strong evidence of suitability, but all entries remain subject to review.

Before you submit

Thanks — your registration of interest has been received. We review submissions by hand and will be in touch once yours has been assessed.

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Submitting this form adds you to our review list — it does not guarantee entry or pre-sale access. We'll email you once your registration has been reviewed.

Full checkpoint list

Mile	Leg	Checkpoint	Type	Sprint S.	Challenger S.	The Wrath
21	21	Glenfinnan	Welfare	Pass-through	Pass-through	Pass-through
42	21	Glen Dessarry	Welfare	Pass-through	Pass-through	Pass-through
56	14	Kinloch Hourn	CP1	Finish	CP1	CP1
96	40	Strathcarron	CP2 / Finish	—	Finish	CP2
139	43	Road near mile 139	Welfare	—	—	Pass-through
144	5	Clachan / Inverlael	CP3	—	—	CP3
165	21	Oykel Bridge Hotel	Welfare	—	—	Pass-through
185	20	Inchnadamph	CP4	—	—	CP4
201	16	Kylestrome	Welfare	—	—	Pass-through
210	9	Ben Stack	Welfare	—	—	Pass-through
221	11	Rhiconich	Welfare	—	—	Pass-through
225	4	Sandwood / Blairmore	Welfare	—	—	Pass-through
236	11	Cape Wrath	Finish	—	—	Finish

FAQs

Is The Wrath the same as the Cape Wrath Ultra?+

The Wrath is the new home of the Cape Wrath Ultra. We hold the intellectual property behind the original race, and have rebuilt it in The Spine style — solo, self-sufficient and non-stop, rather than the previous staged format.

Do I need previous ultra experience to enter?+

Yes — this is built for experienced ultra and mountain runners. The Full distance expects prior long-distance mountain or expedition-style ultra experience; Wrath Sprint South is the most realistic starting point for runners newer to the distance, though every entry is still vetted.

Is the route marked?+

No. The Wrath is entirely self-navigation — GPS is mandatory, and competent map and compass navigation is essential regardless.

What kit do I need to carry?+

Mandatory kit will apply across all three races, reflecting the seriousness of remote mountain terrain, overnight movement and unpredictable weather. A full kit list will follow closer to entry opening.

What support is available at checkpoints?+

Still being confirmed — expect to carry most of what you need between checkpoints. Full details on drop bags, food, sleep space and medical access will follow.

What happens after I register my interest?+

It's added to our review list, not a race entry. Once reviewed, eligible registrants get early access to a pre-sale ahead of public launch — registering doesn't guarantee a place.

Is there a deposit, and what are the refund terms?+

Entry prices are confirmed — see the three race options above. Deposit terms and the refund/transfer policy are still to be confirmed and will be published before entries open.