Pen Y Fan Challenge

Brecon, United Kingdom • 26 Jul 2026

Event overview

The Pen Y Fan Challenge is a trail running event on Sunday 26 July 2026 at postcode LD3 8NL. The routes include the summit of Pen Y Fan, described as the highest peak in South Wales. The event is organized by OTT Events Limited. Entries open 27 July 2025 and close 20 July 2026. The minimum age for entry is 16 on the event date. The entry list shows 5 participants registered so far.

Race options, included services and compulsory kit

  • 5 miles
  • 13 miles

Included in the entry price are a buff, a medal, chip timing, a National Trust contribution fee, a signed, posted and marshalled route, and refreshments provided at the finish of the 5-mile race and at one checkpoint on the 13-mile race.

Compulsory kit requirements are listed separately for each distance. For the 5-mile race this includes a mobile phone, hydration (minimum 500 ml), a foil blanket or bivi bag, snacks, a basic first aid kit, a whistle, a windproof jacket and a reusable cup. For the 13-mile race this includes a mobile phone, hydration (minimum 2 litres), a foil blanket or bivi bag, snacks, a basic first aid kit, a whistle, waterproof jacket and trousers, hat or buff, gloves and a reusable cup.

Entry fees vary by distance and UKA membership status. Prices listed are: UKA Member 5 Miles £22, Non Member 5 Miles £24, UKA Member 13 Miles £30, Non Member 13 Miles £32. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

13 mi
13 Miles
5 mi
5 Miles
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