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Name: Mynydd Maen Traverse
Start: 2026-08-15
End: 2026-08-15
Location: Torfaen Principal Area

Torfaen Principal Area, United Kingdom • 15 Aug 2026

Mynydd Maen Traverse

Mynydd Maen Traverse is a running event held at Mountain Air car park, Mountain Road, Penyrhoel, Pontypool, NP45XZ (sat nav: 51.679798, -3.039700; what3words: decay.dime.pills). The event is insured by WFRA.

Distances:

9.8 km / 6.1 mi with 291 m climb.
U10: 1 km.
U14 / U12: 2 km.
U18 / U16: 4 km.

The main event has a minimum age of over 18. Junior races are organised separately and have reduced entry fees. Teams may enter in groups of three.

Entry fees are listed as £8 for the main event on the day via the website or EOD, and £3 for junior races on the day or via the website. Safety information is noted as BS. No toilet facilities are available at the venue. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Wales Torfaen Principal Area

Race information

Registration

10 km

Main Race

U18/16

U14/12

U10

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

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