A local husband and wife duo are holding an Ultra Marathon that runs from Porthcawl to their hometown in Penarth.

The Vale of Glamorgan Ultra Marathon (VOGUM) is run by Pegasus Ultra Marathon and consists of a 40-mile challenge along the Wales Coast Path.

It is now in its third year of running and spaces are now limited for the 2020 intake.

The VOGUM was a life long ambition of Race Director Rhys Jenkins as he had always wanted to have one that finished in his hometown.

They made a statement on Facebook that said: ''By far our most popular event, we are capping the race at 150 people, we don't want you to be another number, we want you to have a name, an identity and a fricking awesome time.''

They have since updated to let interested parties know that

The event is sponsored by Mad Dog Brewing Co, SC Sports Centre and Enduraprep.

Their website statement explains the duo's background and what led them to start up this popular event: ''We've spent the last decade running and organising challenges around the globe.

''Rhys is a seasoned ultra-marathon fanatic having spent the last decade compiling an impressive repertoire of race completions. He has survived the extreme conditions of Iceland, tamed the suffocating heat of Death Valley and crossed the USA.

''He has raised over £50,000 for a variety of charities and as an ambassador of the CF Warriors charity, he strives to bring awareness and raise funds for the organisation.

''In recognition of his charitable work, Rhys was selected as an Olympic torchbearer for the London 2012 Olympics.

''Rhys leads Pegasus ultra-running's strategy and ensures each participant has the best experience possible and the opportunity to grow as an ultra-running athlete.

''Cerys leads on logistics and operations, previously an executive assistant with organisations such as Savills PLC, principality building society and think money group, she is now co-founder and board director of Repair Cafe Wales.

''She brings high-level organisational expertise to Pegasus together with an environmental awareness focused on the make do and mend culture that is encouraged across the organisation.''

The event costs £60.00 to take part and there are already 118 out of the 150 participants signed up.

Race Day Schedule:

05:30 – Gates at St Cyres Open for Parking

06:30 – Registration Opens in Porthcawl

08:00 – Start of The VOGUM 2020

Time Limits and Checkpoints – Please note there are no time limits.

In terms of Checkpoints, there will be 6 along the route. They will be fully manned and stocked with; snacks, fresh fruit, drinks, music and the odd beer.

The organisers are also looking for volunteers so if you are interested please get in touch with [email protected].

To find out more about the event and sign up click the red button below.