AM 16 Jul 2023

Waun Fach

Sun, 16 Jul 2023
10:00 AM
Distance
11.2km / 7mi
Climb
610m / 2001ft
Part of series
Safety information
AM Navigational skills required
Male record
50:18
Duncan Birtwhistle
2013
Female record
62:29
Hannah Jarvis
2013
Juniors
Over 18
Teams
Teams free
Extra details
It is hoped this event return to the standard fell race format from the pub this year. If not, it will be put on as a maprun (and therefore free).

Location

Car Park, The Dragons Back, Pengenffordd, nr Talgarth, LD3 0EP

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Safety information

General Area

Includes upland moorland / open fell, or more remote low-lying areas

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Height

Up to approx 2,500 ft (750m)

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Terrain

Some moderately challenging terrain, e.g. reasonable tracks over moorland or good fell paths

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Exposure (drops) and hazards on or near route

No exposure but mild risk from e.g. ground holes, bogs, or river crossings

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Navigation skills required

Basic: route may be mostly obvious or waymarked, but some basic navigation required in parts

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Mountain skills required

Basic: off-trail experience helpful, e.g. in route planning, preparation and emergency considerations

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Escape routes

Lots of options but with possible “decision points” before some sections

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Season time and effect of weather

Conditions could be challenging and/or route may be prone to sudden weather changes; effect may be significant

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