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Date: 15 May 2027
The Off The Tarmac Trail Marathon & 10 Mile Trail Race, deliver a true mountain challenge across the iconic Brecon Beacons. Expect steep climbs, technical trails, wild weather, and those unbeatable views that make every step worth it.
From the summit of Pen y Fan, Fan y Big and Tor y Foel, this race is built for runners who want more than a standard road event — it’s pure mountain running with heart.
The 10 Mile route follows the OTT Trail Marathon route to Checkpoint 1, you then follow the forestry tracks back to the start line. It’s a perfect short trail challenge.
Pick the distance and head out on the trails with us for an experience you will not forget.
The Trail Marathon Route
10 Mile Trail Race Route
Compulsory Kit
Trail Marathon:
Mobile phone(fully Charged at the start)
Hydration (minimum of 1 litre)
Foil blanket or Bivi Bag
Food & Emergency Rations (400 Cals emergency rations)
Basic 1st aid kit
Head torch or torch
Whistle
Waterproof jacket and trousers (Tapped seems)
Warm Layer, hat, and Gloves
Bag/Ruck Sack
10 Mile Trail Race:
First Aid Kit
Bivy Bag/Foil Blanket
500ml of Water
Waterproof Jacket
CHECKPOINTS AND CUT-OFF
There are three checkpoints for the Trail Marathon. They will have water and food available. This is a cup-less race, so please bring one.
Checkpoint 1: 7 miles
Checkpoint 2: 14.5 miles
Checkpoint 3: 20.5 miles
The cut-off for the Trail Marathon is 3:00 PM at checkpoint 3. This is 6 hours after the start of the race, so a pace of 20-minute miles or quicker is required of entrants.
For the 10 Mile Trail Race there is a mandatory check-in at Checkpoint 1.
Checkpoint/Check-in: 7 miles
There is no cut-off for the 10 Mile Trail Race.