Saturn Running - Aberdare
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The Smurf Run - Wales
The Smurf Run is a 7 hour Time Challenge organised by Saturn Too Limited and held at Dare Valley Country Park in Aberdare. The event is licensed by the Trail Running Association and is held under UK Athletics rules. UK Athletics affiliated club members receive a £2.00 discount on entry.
The format allows participants to choose how many laps to run within seven hours, subject to UK Athletics age restrictions. The event includes turn points within the lap to enable younger runners to meet distance rules. Membership offers a reduced entry price of £10.00 off the standard fee, guaranteed entry and a mini-me medal pin at each attended event.
Distances
- Minimum 3 km (part of a lap)
- Full lap 7 km or 4.37 miles with possible change to a 3.28 mile loop
- Half marathon equals 3 laps
- Marathon equals 6 laps
- Ultra equals 7 or more laps; 50 km option available
The course runs on well maintained footpaths around the country park with countryside views and is suitable for road trainers. Finishers who complete at least 3 km receive a themed medal; distance pins are awarded for half-marathon and longer. There is an aid table and drinks at the start/finish of each lap offering drinks, snacks and vegan options, plus an array of ice cream for finishers. Facilities include toilets, a nearby cafe, free parking and a non-secure bag area. Bone conducting headphones only are allowed. Final race instructions are sent by email and race numbers are collected at on-the-day registration. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
