Saturn 7 Hour Time Challenge - Aberdare
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Event overview
This is a 7-hour time challenge held at Dare Valley Country Park. The event is organised by Saturn Too Limited, a franchise partner of Saturn Running. Entry is open until 24/07/2026 and the event has a maximum of 300 entrants. The minimum age is 12 years. Anyone wishing to run over 45 km must be 20 years or older; 18- and 19-year-olds may run up to 45 km only. Transfers are allowed online up to the day before for £2.50. A one-off deferral fee of £18 is available under the organiser terms.
Format, course and facilities
The course is described as flat trail on well maintained footpaths with views of the surrounding countryside. The regular lap is 4.37 miles (about 7 km), but this may change to a 3.28 mile loop depending on course conditions. There are 3 km and 5 km turn points on the lap to allow compliance with age rules.
Distances and examples:
- Minimum: 3 km (part of a lap)
- Full lap: about 7 km (subject to change)
- Half marathon: 3 laps
- Marathon: 6 laps
- Ultra: 7+ laps
- 50 km option available
Facilities include free on-site parking, toilets, a café near race HQ, and a non-secure bag area. Aid and drinks tables are at the start/finish of each lap with savoury, sweet and vegan options. Finishers completing at least 3 km receive a themed medal and goody bag; distance pins are issued for half-marathon and longer. Bone-conducting headphones only are allowed. Final race instructions are sent by email and race numbers are issued at on-day registration. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.