Brechfa Trail Races
From Ridge Runners
- Date Sat 22nd March 2025
- Time 08:00
- Location Carmarthen, Dyfed
- Price £38.00 - £48.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances Half Marathon, Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable trail running experience at the Brechfa Trail Races, organized by the dedicated team at Ridge Runners! Scheduled for Saturday, March 22, 2025, in the stunning Carmarthen, Dyfed, this event promises breathtaking views and a supportive community atmosphere. Although the recent storms have posed challenges, Ridge Runners is committed to ensuring a fantastic experience for all participants, offering full refunds as needed.
Nestled in the majestic Brechfa Forest, just 90 minutes from Cardiff, runners can choose between a half marathon or a full marathon, both featuring a spectacular 13-mile loop. Experience the tranquility of pine forests, picturesque waterfalls, and panoramic vistas as you tackle these scenic routes. Whether you’re aiming for a personal best or using the event as part of your training, the Brechfa Trail Races are designed to cater to all levels of trail runners. And don’t miss the delightful homemade soup provided by the wonderful Pobl Y Forest at the finish line! Join us in celebrating this remarkable event and the beauty of the Welsh outdoors!
Nestled in the majestic Brechfa Forest, just 90 minutes from Cardiff, runners can choose between a half marathon or a full marathon, both featuring a spectacular 13-mile loop. Experience the tranquility of pine forests, picturesque waterfalls, and panoramic vistas as you tackle these scenic routes. Whether you’re aiming for a personal best or using the event as part of your training, the Brechfa Trail Races are designed to cater to all levels of trail runners. And don’t miss the delightful homemade soup provided by the wonderful Pobl Y Forest at the finish line! Join us in celebrating this remarkable event and the beauty of the Welsh outdoors!
Brechfa Trail Races
Sat 22nd March 2025
Organiser's Description
We are very sad to say, that Natural Resources Wales contacted us to let us know that they have withdrawn the permit for our Brechfa race. This is due to the extensive damage caused by Storm Darragh. They tell us that they have not experienced anything like this for over 20 years. They are still working on making the forests safe for general access, and don't believe they will be able to allow events until the earliest April.
As you know we are a not for profit, community led race. By being not for profit, we hope to put your experience as our priority. We can't always guarantee it, but as part of our Not For Profit status we will offer full refunds where possible.
We will provide all entrants a full refund. This will cost us, but we feel it is important that you book races with us in confidence we will do all we can to be honest and fair whatever may transpire.
Brechfa Forest is one of Wales' spectacular hidden secrets. It's incredible there is something so vast just 90 minutes from Cardiff. It's easy to be overwhelmed by the size of the place but, fortunately for us, Natural Resources Wales have created some gorgeous routes with open panoramic views, quiet and serene pine forests and waterfall laden deciduous woods.
A 13 mile loop allows you to choose one or two laps.
For the marathon, the 2nd loop is in reverse - the half and full marathon people meet each other in opposie directions- and creates a wonderfully supportive community race. This is a perfect race as either your A race for a fast trail race or as a part of your training for another race.
The wonderful Pobl Y Forest (people of the forest) provide a warm home made soup at the end (including in your fee) - last year it was so popular, that entrants felt we should go into making soup!
Which distance will you choose; half marathon or marathon?
As you know we are a not for profit, community led race. By being not for profit, we hope to put your experience as our priority. We can't always guarantee it, but as part of our Not For Profit status we will offer full refunds where possible.
We will provide all entrants a full refund. This will cost us, but we feel it is important that you book races with us in confidence we will do all we can to be honest and fair whatever may transpire.
Brechfa Forest is one of Wales' spectacular hidden secrets. It's incredible there is something so vast just 90 minutes from Cardiff. It's easy to be overwhelmed by the size of the place but, fortunately for us, Natural Resources Wales have created some gorgeous routes with open panoramic views, quiet and serene pine forests and waterfall laden deciduous woods.
A 13 mile loop allows you to choose one or two laps.
For the marathon, the 2nd loop is in reverse - the half and full marathon people meet each other in opposie directions- and creates a wonderfully supportive community race. This is a perfect race as either your A race for a fast trail race or as a part of your training for another race.
The wonderful Pobl Y Forest (people of the forest) provide a warm home made soup at the end (including in your fee) - last year it was so popular, that entrants felt we should go into making soup!
Which distance will you choose; half marathon or marathon?
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