Caerphilly Trail 10K
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Caerphilly Trail 5k and 10k
The event is a trail running race held near Cardiff on quiet countryside trails around Caerphilly. Routes run through fields, woods and hilly sections and include multi terrain underfoot and a notable downhill single-track.
Both routes are fully marked and supported by marshals. The event provides full medical support on the day. Every finisher receives a medal and trophies are awarded for overall male and female places and for first male and female veterans over 45.
Practical details include a two hour allowance to complete the course, so participants may walk the entire route. There are toilets at the venue. The organisers recommend basic winter kit for February weather such as a waterproof top, thermal base, trail shoes, hat and gloves; there is no minimum mandatory kit for this short race.
The venue is the Van Community Centre, Clos Guto, Caerphilly CF83 1QH. For sat navs, using St Helen's RC Primary School may be more reliable. The event lists entry fees of £26 for the 5 km and £30 for the 10 km. The venue is served by local train services and Caerphilly train station is approximately one mile from the start. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.