Offa's Dyke 15

Offa's Dyke 15

Offa's Dyke 15 is a point to point trail race held on 12 June 2027 along the Offa's Dyke footpath on the Welsh/English border between Hay-on-Wye and Kington. The course covers 15 miles and follows paths, fields and some open roads between Hay-on-Wye and Kington High School.

The route crosses the River Wye then climbs from the B4361 through a campsite toward Bronydd, includes a major road crossing, and continues up Bettws Dingle. The course passes through fields and roads to Newchurch, then climbs Disgwylfa Hill before descending to Gladestry and tackling the largest climb up Hergest Ridge. The final section includes a long descent into Kington. Three water stations are located at 4.5 miles, 7 miles and 10 miles, and water is also available at the finish.

There is a relay option for teams of two or three with official handover points at the 7 mile and 10 mile stations; teams are responsible for their own transport between handover points. Cut off rules apply: runners must reach the 7 mile point by 12.40pm and the 10 mile point by approximately 1.20pm; anyone missing cut offs will be taken to the finish.

Entries receive a mailed race pack unless submitted within the final two weeks, in which case packs are available at registration outside The Granary Cafe in Hay-on-Wye. Parking is available at the Pay and Display car parks on Oxford Road HR3 5EQ with nearby toilets. Baggage transport is provided at the start and finish but space is limited.

Prizes include trophies and awards for the first three male and female finishers and age-group prizes in ten-year gaps starting at 35. The organizers also work with local volunteer marshal groups who receive donations for their support. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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