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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.
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.