Saturn Running - Aberdare
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The Snow Globe Gallop Bobble Hat Run - Wales
The event takes place at Dare Valley Country Park in Aberdare and is organised by Saturn Running / Saturn Too Limited. It is a timed challenge where runners choose how far to run within a seven hour time limit and complete laps on maintained park footpaths.
Available distances
- 5 km
- 10 km
- Half Marathon
- Marathon
- Ultra / Time Challenge
- 50 km option noted
The course is made up of laps on well maintained paths with views of the surrounding countryside. A full lap measures 4.37 miles (7 km). The minimum distance to be classed as a finisher is one lap (about 5 km). Three laps equal a half marathon, six laps equal a marathon, and seven laps or more count toward an ultra.
Finishers receive a themed medal and a bobble hat. A standard goody bag is provided, with a vegan option available. Distance pins are issued for half-marathon distance and above and can be attached to the medal ribbon. An aid table and drinks are provided at the start/finish of each lap with a variety of savoury, sweet, fruit, cheese and vegan items.
Facilities at the venue include toilets and a cafe; there are no separate showers or changing rooms. Free parking is available. A bag drop is provided but is not secure. Bone conducting headphones are the only headphones permitted. The event is held on public footpaths and runners should be considerate of other path users. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
