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Beast Of Bryn

Name: Beast Of Bryn
Start: 2024-08-25
End: 2024-08-25
Location: Bryn

Bryn, United Kingdom • 25 Aug 2024

The Beast of Bryn 2024 trail run offers two distances - approximately 6.5 miles or 10.5 miles - with total climbs of approximately 288 or 556 meters, passing through the mountains of Afan Argoed. The event, held under UK Athletics rules, includes a fully marked and marshaled route, bespoke finisher medal, finisher's t-shirt, prizes for top finishers, electronic chip timing, event facilities, and free marshaled parking for about 200 cars. The race starts at Bryn Rugby & Social Club, Hillgrove, Bryn, Port Talbot, SA13 2RR, with the 10.5-mile race starting at 10:00 a.m. and the 6.5-mile race starting at 10:15 a.m. The event also features post-run entertainment, first aid stations, water stations, and a focus on environmental protection. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Wales Bryn

Race information

Registration

10 mi

556 m+

Long Race

6 mi

288 m+

Short Race

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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Afan Forest 10k, 1/2 Marathon

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21 km

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12 km

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5 mi

13 mi

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GB Ultras - Beacons Way Ultra

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105 km

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