Wye Valley Trail Race
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From Dave Talbot - Adventure Events
5.0 ·
27 reviews
Saturday 2nd September 2023
Past event
10:00
Chepstow
£42.00 · 1 race
Half Marathon
Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Wye Valley Trail Race, taking place on Saturday, September 2, 2023, in the picturesque setting of Chepstow, Monmouthshire. Organised by Dave Talbot of Adventure Events, this half marathon trail running event promises an unforgettable experience as it weaves through the stunning landscapes of two countries—England and Wales.
Participants will enjoy a scenic route that crosses two iconic bridges over the River Wye and passes by historic landmarks such as Tintern Abbey and Chepstow Castle. Runners will traverse the renowned Offa’s Dyke and the Wye Valley Walk Way, navigating a mix of rolling forest trails, technical ascents and descents, and breathtaking views across the Severn estuary. With a vibrant atmosphere and ample facilities at the Chepstow racecourse, including parking and race HQ, the Wye Valley Trail Race is the perfect event for trail running enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to experience the beauty of the Wye Valley!
Participants will enjoy a scenic route that crosses two iconic bridges over the River Wye and passes by historic landmarks such as Tintern Abbey and Chepstow Castle. Runners will traverse the renowned Offa’s Dyke and the Wye Valley Walk Way, navigating a mix of rolling forest trails, technical ascents and descents, and breathtaking views across the Severn estuary. With a vibrant atmosphere and ample facilities at the Chepstow racecourse, including parking and race HQ, the Wye Valley Trail Race is the perfect event for trail running enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to experience the beauty of the Wye Valley!
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Steve Webb
Reviewing the 2023 edition · 3 years ago
Fantastic event extremely well organised by Dave and his team. It’s a strenuous course and a bit longer than a half marathon. Great family atmosphere and really well stocked aid stations along the route.
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Kris Self
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Took part in the 2023 edition · 3 years ago
Trail route was fantastic - challenging terrain, beautiful views. Be prepared for a lot of steep climbs, some of which have to be walked (especially if your bunched in with other runners - the tracks are pretty narrow, so passing can be difficult). Really friendly atmosphere, and route-marking was spot-on all the way around. Loved it.
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Gareth Neller
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Took part in the 2023 edition · 3 years ago
Fantastic race! Beautiful, brutal trails and great facilities at the start/finish courtesy of Chepstow race course (race facilities with nice toilets!)
I entered in 2022 which was cancelled due to part of the route being closed, my place was automatically carried into the 2023 race which was awesome. Only (small) negative was the communication as I heard nothing between last year's race date and about 3 weeks before this year's, I was beginning to wonder if it was on.
Otherwise one of the best events I have taken part in and I hope to be back next year
I entered in 2022 which was cancelled due to part of the route being closed, my place was automatically carried into the 2023 race which was awesome. Only (small) negative was the communication as I heard nothing between last year's race date and about 3 weeks before this year's, I was beginning to wonder if it was on.
Otherwise one of the best events I have taken part in and I hope to be back next year
JC
John Carroll
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Took part in the 2023 edition · 3 years ago
A very well organised race with really friendly staff and marshals. The route is tough with lots of technical terrain and some challenging climbs and an uphill finish in case you haven’t had enough. 😊
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Emma Cockram
Reviewing the 2023 edition · 5 years ago
WOW just WOW, if you want a challenge then this is for you. Beautiful views, very well organised. There's no pressure, I absolutely loved this. I rebooked for next year as soon as registration was up and I really can't wait for it. A*****
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Kirsty Brooks
Reviewing the 2023 edition · 5 years ago
A brilliant race - lovely scenery, challenging, great to use the Chepstow race course as a start/end point, good organisation by Dave and team. Great merch - a proper medal! Ace!
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Adam Doherty
Reviewing the 2023 edition · 5 years ago
Fantastic event in a superb location. Really well organised with friendly staff. Great route that is a good challenge. I can’t recommend the team highly enough!
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Chris Smith-Clarke
Reviewing the 2023 edition · 5 years ago
Amazing trail through some beautiful scenery, and can't fault the organisation. Tough for my first race but will definitely be coming back next year!
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Ed Crimp
Reviewing the 2023 edition · 5 years ago
Well organised event, good communication from Dave in the weeks leading up to it. Great positive atmosphere, and events team. Good base at Chepstow racecourse, parking and facilities ideal. The route is just stunning, so much drama out on the trail! Loved it, will be back for 2022.
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gizelle thorpe
Reviewing the 2023 edition · 5 years ago
Epic race & would do it again and again. Stunning scenery, good balance of woodland, open spaces, fun twists and turns and never without a few cows! Tough, well paced, perfectly set out and an amazing team that supports you from beginning to end. Smashed it. Thank you! Xx
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Cathy Fletcher
Reviewing the 2023 edition · 5 years ago
OMG I loved it! Very well organised. The signposting was fantastic (which is always a plus for someone like myself with no sense of direction!). Route was challenging and varied - road, mud, hills, grass, gravel track, forest and did I mention hills! Nice medal too. Will definitely do again.
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Ben Stoakes
Reviewing the 2023 edition · 5 years ago
First trail run event I have entered and what a cracker it was. Brilliant course through stunning scenery. First class venue and very well organised. Already booked up for next year.
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Rebecca Freeman
Reviewing the 2023 edition · 5 years ago
Fantastic event - really enjoyed it and the scenery was amazing on what could be described as a challenging course! Well organised and the start and finish at Chepstow race course was great and there was plenty of parking. Really well marked and being able to have a drink at the end and watch others cross the finish line made for a great first experience of trail running!
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Sharon Masters
Reviewing the 2023 edition · 5 years ago
what a great race we had. This event was so well organised - they even managed to sort the weather! It was evident that great planning had gone into this event. It was well organised, friendly and good fun. I have already signed up for the next one. Sharon
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Nathaniel Smith
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Took part in the 2021 edition · 5 years ago
Super well organised, great crowd. Only complaint was all the people that finished ahead of me. Brilliant day and will 💯 be back to hit this trail again.
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Lizzie Coppin
Reviewing the 2023 edition · 5 years ago
The WVTR in 2021 set a standard that other race organisers should aspire to - easy check-in, audible pre-race briefing containing useful information, course clearly marked without blotting the landscape, and NO DISPOSABLE CUPS hurrah!!!, lovely fruit at the aid point. And a most beautiful course. Oh and baklava at the finish!
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Patrick Sheridan
Reviewing the 2021 edition · 5 years ago
Fantastic event. Extremely well organised. Regular informative pre race communications. Great facilities at the racecourse, friendly lively atmosphere. Course is stunning - challenging and beautiful. Quality medal and extras. Access to racecourse bar for post race beers and engaging with the other runners. Already booked for 2022!
JS
Jadu Sheridan
Reviewing the 2021 edition · 5 years ago
A fantastic event in an outstanding location. The Chepstow racecourse was a great venue to start and finish the race, allowing competitors and spectators the chance to relax before and after the race with a drink and cheer participants over the line. The route itself was spectacular: well marked with two aid stations; somewhat ‘undulating’ along the Wye valley to Tintern, past the abbey and back to Chepstow past the castle. So much history, beautiful woodlands, technical downhill sections and a nice cold beer at the end. Fabulous medal too!
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Seema Srivastava
Reviewing the 2023 edition · 5 years ago
Loved doing this race in 2021. Fab venue with plenty of parking and nice loos! Smooth registration process on site with awesome freebies. Route was beautiful and very well way-marked taking in fabulous woodland trails, Tintern, Chepstow Castle and classics like the Devils Pulpit. Really friendly and well-stocked feed station. Great medal and photographs after the race. Will be back in 2022.
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Gareth Purkis
Reviewing the 2023 edition · 5 years ago
Amazing event, tough but amazing - I'll be back next year! Very well planned and marked route. Dave was contactable directly from the second I entered and beyond crossing the finish line. Thanks Dave! 👊
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Event information
The route starts off on a wide, downhill tarmac track that then goes uphill into woodland before looping around the outside of the race course in full view of the grandstand and viewing area of the bar. After 2 km the route goes onto technical single track joining the Wye Valley Walk and even goes through a cave…… There are some steep sides to the edges of the path here and care will need to be taken.
The route heads uphill towards Eagles Nest above Wyndcliff before going along the ridge and dropping down into Tintern and a stunning view of the Abbey.
Here the route crosses the river Wye for the first time and heads uphill on single track and then a wider forest track before joining the famous Offas Dyke path. At this point you’ll be in and out of the trees and woodland with magnificent views of the Severn Estuary and both Severn Bridges. The route here is a mix of fields, tracks and woodlands passing some very impressive houses.
The route drops down hill into Chepstow town, across the river Wye for a second time and heads up past Chepstow Castle. You climb up through the town before joining back onto single track and out to views across Chepstow before looping back around for the final 2 km back onto the race course and to the finish line.
This is not a closed road or footpath event. Participants will need to have caution at road junctions and be respectful of other people using the paths / trails.
The route heads uphill towards Eagles Nest above Wyndcliff before going along the ridge and dropping down into Tintern and a stunning view of the Abbey.
Here the route crosses the river Wye for the first time and heads uphill on single track and then a wider forest track before joining the famous Offas Dyke path. At this point you’ll be in and out of the trees and woodland with magnificent views of the Severn Estuary and both Severn Bridges. The route here is a mix of fields, tracks and woodlands passing some very impressive houses.
The route drops down hill into Chepstow town, across the river Wye for a second time and heads up past Chepstow Castle. You climb up through the town before joining back onto single track and out to views across Chepstow before looping back around for the final 2 km back onto the race course and to the finish line.
This is not a closed road or footpath event. Participants will need to have caution at road junctions and be respectful of other people using the paths / trails.
Free race parking (onsite) and hospitality at Chepstow race course.
Fully arrow marked route.
Free race photos for all.
Race timing and results.
No cut off time.
Medals and prizes for all.
Three feed / water stations on route.
Partnered with the Forestry Commission England – donations being made per entrant.
Medical and event support.
Staffed checkpoints.
Physio support (if needed).
Post race massage – donation towards cost of equipment (recommended minimum £5).
Fully arrow marked route.
Free race photos for all.
Race timing and results.
No cut off time.
Medals and prizes for all.
Three feed / water stations on route.
Partnered with the Forestry Commission England – donations being made per entrant.
Medical and event support.
Staffed checkpoints.
Physio support (if needed).
Post race massage – donation towards cost of equipment (recommended minimum £5).
The race parking and HQ is based at the fabulous Chepstow race course.
The parking is free of charge and the start / finish line is just across the road.
The parking is free of charge and the start / finish line is just across the road.
Chepstow Race Course, St Lawrence Rd, Chepstow NP16 6BE
The route starts off on a wide, downhill tarmac track that then goes uphill into woodland before looping around the outside of the race course in full view of the grandstand and viewing area of the bar. After 2 km the route goes onto technical single track joining the Wye Valley Walk and even goes through a cave…… There are some steep sides to the edges of the path here and care will need to be taken.
The route heads uphill towards Eagles Nest above Wyndcliff before going along the ridge and dropping down into Tintern and a stunning view of the Abbey.
Here the route crosses the river Wye for the first time and heads uphill on single track and then a wider forest track before joining the famous Offas Dyke path. At this point you’ll be in and out of the trees and woodland with magnificent views of the Severn Estuary and both Severn Bridges. The route here is a mix of fields, tracks and woodlands passing some very impressive houses.
The route drops down hill into Chepstow town, across the river Wye for a second time and heads up past Chepstow Castle. You climb up through the town before joining back onto single track and out to views across Chepstow before looping back around for the final 2 km back onto the race course and to the finish line.
The route heads uphill towards Eagles Nest above Wyndcliff before going along the ridge and dropping down into Tintern and a stunning view of the Abbey.
Here the route crosses the river Wye for the first time and heads uphill on single track and then a wider forest track before joining the famous Offas Dyke path. At this point you’ll be in and out of the trees and woodland with magnificent views of the Severn Estuary and both Severn Bridges. The route here is a mix of fields, tracks and woodlands passing some very impressive houses.
The route drops down hill into Chepstow town, across the river Wye for a second time and heads up past Chepstow Castle. You climb up through the town before joining back onto single track and out to views across Chepstow before looping back around for the final 2 km back onto the race course and to the finish line.
Suitable off road running shoes
Running clothes, suitable for the weather
A windproof jacket
A fully charged mobile phone with the race director’s number stored
A change of clothes
A water bottle to be used when running
£10 for emergencies
Enthusiam for a challenge!
Running clothes, suitable for the weather
A windproof jacket
A fully charged mobile phone with the race director’s number stored
A change of clothes
A water bottle to be used when running
£10 for emergencies
Enthusiam for a challenge!
Meet at 8:45 am on Saturday 3rd September 2022
Registration opens at 8:45 am
Safety briefing at 9:40 am
Race starts at 10 am
Registration opens at 8:45 am
Safety briefing at 9:40 am
Race starts at 10 am
- Toilets and bag drop are to be found at the race course
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Organiser's description
This superb and scenic half marathon trail running race event starts and finishes at Chepstow race course with parking and race HQ onsite. The trail run crosses two countries – England and Wales, two bridges over the river Wye, passes two famous landmarks – Tintern Abbey and Chepstow Castle and includes the two famous trails – Offas Dyke and the Wye Valley Walk Way.
This route epitomises the Wye Valley trails in every way, rolling forest trails, stunning views, historic landmarks and a mix of technical ascents / descents, open fields and views across the Severn estuary and River Wye.
See below for full details and to see what is included in the entry fee.
This route epitomises the Wye Valley trails in every way, rolling forest trails, stunning views, historic landmarks and a mix of technical ascents / descents, open fields and views across the Severn estuary and River Wye.
See below for full details and to see what is included in the entry fee.
Location
Chepstow Racecourse, Saint Lawrence Road, Chepstow, UK
Wye Valley Trail Race
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Dave Talbot - Adventure Events
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