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Trail by Torchlight

Llangollen, United Kingdom • 12 Dec 2025

Event overview

Trail by Torchlight is a club winter trail and fell race held in December in Llangollen, North Wales. The venue is Dinas Bran Leisure Centre, Llangollen LL20 8TG. The event is open to runners aged 16 and over and is organised as a BS category fell event.

Course

The route is about 8 km (5 miles) with roughly 244 m (800 ft) of ascent. The course is waymarked and marshalled at key points. The start includes a flat section along the canal. There is one sharp climb up Velvet Hill; other climbs are rolling to gradual. The route includes downhill and faster sections.

Entry and requirements

Pre-entry and entry on the day are available with a stated entry fee of £6. A head torch is required. Teams and junior races are not part of this event.

Permit and records

The race does not have a permit or insurance from the FRA. Course records listed for previous years are provided by the organiser. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Wales Llangollen

Race information

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