Fan Fawr

Brecon Beacons, United Kingdom • 3 Oct 2026

Fan Fawr

Fan Fawr is a short fell race held from the lay-by opposite Storey Arms on the A470 Merthyr-Brecon road (postcode LD3 8NL, grid reference SO983204). The course includes a steep ascent and is run on mountain terrain.

The race distance is 3.2 km / 2 mi with approximately 305 m / 1001 ft of climb. Safety information notes that experience is required, local knowledge is beneficial, and navigational skills are required.

Course records are listed as 16:02 (male, 1991) and 19:16 (female, 1991). Minimum age for entry is over 16; junior races are to be confirmed. Entry on the day costs £2 only.

Practical details: there are public toilets 0.5 miles to the south on the A470. No safety pins are provided. The event is insured by the Welsh Fell Runners Association. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

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