Pen Y Fan Challenge

Brecon, United Kingdom • 26 Jul 2026

Pen Y Fan Challenge

The Pen Y Fan Challenge is a trail running event on Sunday 26 July 2026 that includes the Pen Y Fan summit in South Wales. The event location postal code is LD3 8NL. The organiser is OTT Events Limited. Minimum age to enter is 16 or older. Entries open 27 July 2025 and close 20 July 2026. Entries listed in the source show 8 participants so far.

Race format, entry and kit

Distances:

  • 5 miles
  • 13 miles

Both routes are trail runs that take in the Pen Y Fan summit. Included with entry are a buff, a medal, chip timing, a National Trust contribution fee, a signed posted and marshalled route, and provision of water and sweets at the finish of the 5-mile race and at one checkpoint on the 13-mile race. A reusable cup is required.

Entry fees shown are: UKA Member 5 Miles £22.00, Non Member 5 Miles £24.00, UKA Member 13 Miles £30.00, Non Member 13 Miles £32.00. To enter competitors must log in or register with SiEntries.

Compulsory kit requirements: Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

  • 5 miles: mobile phone, hydration min 500 ml, foil blanket or bivi bag, snacks, basic first aid kit, whistle, windproof jacket, reusable cup.
  • 13 miles: mobile phone, hydration min 2 litres, foil blanket or bivi bag, snacks, basic first aid kit, whistle, waterproof jacket and trousers, hat or buff, gloves, reusable cup.

Race information

13 mi
13 Miles
5 mi
5 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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