Pen Y Fan Challenge
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Event overview
The Pen Y Fan Challenge is a trail running event on Sunday 26 July 2026 near postcode LD3 8NL. The course includes the summit of Pen Y Fan, described in the event text as the highest peak in South Wales. Two distance options are offered:
- 5 miles
- 13 miles
The event has a minimum age of 16 or older. The event organiser is OTT Events Limited. The entry period runs from Sunday 27 July 2025 until Monday 20 July 2026. The entry list shows 7 participants entered so far.
Entry, fees and compulsory kit
Entry fees are listed separately for UKA members and non-members:
- UKA Member - 5 Miles: £22.00
- Non Member - 5 Miles: £24.00
- UKA Member - 13 Miles: £30.00
- Non Member - 13 Miles: £32.00
The entry price includes a buff, a medal, chip timing, a National Trust contribution fee, and a signed, posted and marshalled route. Water and sweets are provided at the end of the 5-mile race and at one checkpoint on the 13-mile race.
Compulsory kit for the 5-mile race: mobile phone, hydration (minimum 500 ml), foil blanket or bivi bag, snacks, basic first-aid kit, whistle, windproof jacket, and a reusable cup.
Compulsory kit for the 13-mile race: mobile phone, hydration (minimum 2 litres), foil blanket or bivi bag, snacks, basic first-aid kit, whistle, waterproof jacket and trousers, hat or buff, gloves, and a reusable cup. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
