Intro To Fell Running (Special Edition Class)

Event Information

Our introduction to fell running is perfect for members who want to try running in the Welsh mountains. We will meet at the Owls Grove Car Park and head on a 21km run around the Pen Y Fan Horseshoe. No pressure on pace, just enjoying the day and learning how to navigate over the hills in your running shoes. 

It's easy to get the car parks mixed up and there is no phone signal at this location for us to call you. Please make sure you park at Owls Grove car park. You will go past two reserviors, then turn right. Owls Grove is just past the tea rooms on the right. This is an accurate map: https://www.parkme.com/en-gb/lot/151995/owl-s-grove-merthyr-tydfil-uk

Approximate Distance: 20km

Approximate Elevation: 1100m

Expected Terrain: Sheep trails, rocky paths, lots of ascent and descent

Coach: Joe Wenman

Entry Requirements: Able to run 20km on the flat without walking.

Essential Kit:

All kit on this list is essential, regardless of the weather or your exerience level. We will be completing kit spot checks for safety.

• Trail running shoes
• Head torch with spare batteries
• Waterproof jacket with taped seams
• Appropriate clothing for the weather
• Minimum 1500ml of water
• Some form of sodium in food or drink
• Minimum 600kcal of food
• Fully charged mobile phone
• Survival bag or foil blanket
• Gloves and warm hat or buff
• Spare, warm change of clothes in the car
• Towel in the car
• Spare food and drink in the car
• Hand sanatizer and face mask

Recommended Extra Kit:

• First Aid Kit
• Map and compass

Other Information

• You must register on this page to attend
• If your plans change, please revisit this page to cancel your attendance so another member can take your place
• Do not attend this run if you are not medically well or injured in any way
• You must socially distance at all BTR events
• You must always listen to instructions and guidance provided by BTR run leaders