Saturn Running - Cwmdare

Ooops I Ran It Again - Wales

This is a Britney inspired 7 hour Time Challenge held at Dare Valley Country Park, Aberdare. Participants can choose how many laps to run within seven hours; the minimum measured distance is 3 km. A full lap is given as 4.37 miles or 7 km but may be changed to a 3.28 mile loop depending on course conditions. The course is on well maintained footpaths with views of the surrounding countryside and is suitable for road trainers. The regular course layout may be adjusted after a health and safety review.

The event is licensed by the Trail Running Association and is held under UK Athletics rules. Runners who are members of a UK Athletics affiliated club receive a £2.00 discount. Members of the organiser receive the lowest entry price, which is £10.00 lower than the full price, are guaranteed entry, and receive a mini-me medal pin at every event they attend.

Distances available:

• 3 km (minimum distance, part of a lap)
• 5 km
• 10 km
• Half Marathon
• Marathon
• 50 km
• Ultra Marathon
• Time Challenge

Finishers who complete at least 3 km receive a themed medal. Distance pins are awarded for half-marathon, mega-half, marathon, 50 km and ultra achievements. All finishers receive a goody bag, with a vegan option. Aid and drinks tables are positioned at the start/finish of each lap with snacks and ice cream options. Venue facilities include toilets and a cafe near race HQ, but no separate changing rooms or showers. Free parking is available. There is an unsecured bag area. Bone conducting headphones only are permitted. Runners should be considerate of other public footpath users. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.