Saturn Running - Aberdare
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Doughnut Dash - Wales
The event is a 7 hour Time Challenge at Dare Valley Country Park, Aberdare. Participants may choose how many laps to run; the minimum recorded distance is 3km. A full lap is listed as 7km (4.37 miles) but may change to a 3.28 mile loop depending on course conditions. There are 3km and 5km turn points within the lap to allow compliance with UK Athletics age rules. It is 3 laps for a half marathon, 6 for a marathon and 7 or more for an ultra; a 50km option is also available.
Distances available:
- 3km
- 5km
- 10km
- Half Marathon
- Marathon
- 50km
- Ultra Marathon
- Time Challenge
The course runs on well maintained footpaths with views of the surrounding countryside. Finishers who complete at least 3km receive a themed medal and doughnuts at the finish. Distance pins are issued for Half Marathon, Mega Half, Marathon, 50km and Ultra, attached to the medal ribbon. Finishers receive a goody bag with a vegan goody bag option.
An aid and drinks table is provided at the start and finish of each lap with drinks, savoury and sweet snacks and vegan options, plus ice cream. Venue facilities include toilets, a cafe by the race HQ and free parking. There are no dedicated changing rooms or showers. A nonsecure bag area is available. Bone conducting headphones only are permitted. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.