The Scenic 7
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The Scenic 7
The Scenic 7 takes place on 29 July 2026 and is organised by Islwyn Running Club. It is a 7 mile road race on Cwmcarn Forest Drive held in aid of St John Ambulance - Pontllanfraith Brigade. The event notes a UKA Race Licence has been applied for.
The course runs along Cwmcarn Forest Drive and is described as undulating, with predominantly gentle slopes and a few steeper climbs. The organisers state the course is unsuitable for wheelchair athletes. Race numbers are collected at the registration desk and entries on the day are available.
Entry fees are listed as £7.00 for affiliated runners and £9.00 for non affiliated runners; a small booking charge applies. The service fee for each sign up is 4 percent with a minimum of 50p. Online entries close at 9.00pm on 28 July 2026 and transfers to another runner are permitted via the Entry Central account before 28 July 2026. Once entered there are no cancellations or deferrals. The event has a total of 400 places and its status is shown as open.
Prize categories include overall first to third, female first to third, multiple veteran age categories, and first male and female team scoring three runners. The event lists BT Loft Storage Solutions as a sponsor. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
