Articles

Belgian Ultrarunner Karel Sabbe's Record-Breaking Pacific Crest Trail Run Showcased in New YouTube Documentary

Explore Karel Sabbe's record-breaking Pacific Crest Trail run in a riveting documentary. Jour..

Trail Running: How it Can Help Reduce Stress and Anxiety

Trail running is an effective way to reduce stress, anxiety, and improve physical and mental he..

Trail Running vs. Road Running: Which One Is Right For You?

When it comes to running, there are two primary options to choose from: trail running and road..

Ras Beca Race

Name: Ras Beca Race
Start: 2026-08-29
End: 2026-08-29
Location: Brynberian

Brynberian, United Kingdom • 29 Aug 2026

Ras Beca

Ras Beca is a fell running event held on a field near Crosswell, North Pembrokeshire (SA41 3TG). The main race covers approximately 8 km / 5 mi with about 320 m / 1050 ft of climb. The course is described as BS Partially marked.

The event includes junior races under the name Ras y Mochyn du with categories for Under 8, Under 11, Under 14, and Under 16. The minimum age for the main race is over 16.

Practical details noted by the organiser include parking in a field and the absence of toilets and safety pins. The event is held on the back to bank holiday Saturday and is insured by the Welsh Fell Runners Association (WFRA). Entry fees are listed as £5 for pre-entry and £7 on the day.

Historic course records are listed as 32:05 for the male record (1995) and 40:11 for the female record (1998). The event is partially marked for safety; participants should allow for this when preparing for the course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Wales Brynberian

Race information

Website Registration

8 km

Ras Beca

Ras Y Mochyn du Under 16

Ras Y Mochyn du Under 8

Ras Y Mochyn du Under 11

Ras Y Mochyn du Under 14

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

Trail runs nearby

Sunday Jul 19

RTT Llys Y Fran Trail 10K

Llys-y-frân

5 km

10 km

A Trail 10k at Llys y Fran Lake with varied terrain, lakeside and woodland sections, chip timing and a finisher's medal. The race is the second event in the 2026 RTT Series and includes marked routes and water stations.

Thursday Jul 23

Carn Ingli Killer

Cilgwyn

6 km

Carn Ingli Killer is a 5.54 km fell race with 315 m climb on a partially marked course requiring navigational skills and experience; registration is opposite Long Street car park and entry is £3 on the night.

Saturday Aug 1

Pembrokeshire Trail Run

Freshwater East

14 km

25 km

A new 2026 trail running event along the Pembrokeshire Coast from Freshwater East to Saundersfoot, offering 25k and 14k routes with GPX files and a payment plan for entries.

Sunday Aug 30

Y Cerrig Glas

Crymych

11 km

A 11.3 km fell race with 350 m ascent near Mynachlog-ddu and Rosebush. The partially marked course requires navigational skills and experience. Entry is £5 pre-entry or £7 on the day and includes tea and cake.