United Kingdom·September 9 - 11 2022
BEACONS TRAIL RACE FESTIVAL
Explore the majestic Brecon Beacons. Choose from Mountain Marathon, Trail Half, 10K - 5K & Kids 1 mile. Plus full festival experience!
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United Kingdom·September 9 - 11 2022
Explore the majestic Brecon Beacons. Choose from Mountain Marathon, Trail Half, 10K - 5K & Kids 1 mile. Plus full festival experience!
BOOK NOW
9-11 September 2022, join us as we venture to Brecon Beacons, Wales for a trail race festival like no other. In support of Central Beacons Mountain Rescue Team, a charity who support local communities in Mid & South Wales. Choose from Mountain Marathon, Trail Half Marathon, 10K, 5K & Kids 1 mile distances. All levels welcome! Festival Activities: 🧘 Guided yoga & wellness classes 🎤 Inspiring athlete talks & adventure film night 🏃🏾♂️ Guided social runs & hikes 🏕️ Weekend camping, glamping & campervans 🌈 Live music, workshops, sports expo & festival vibes! Location: Gilestone Farm, Station Rd, Talybont-on-Usk, Brecon LD3 7JE When: 9-11 September 2022
From 5Ks to ultra marathon, and even a mini runners 1 mile race, Trail Pursuit welcomes all levels of runner, and most importantly, anyone with a passion for the outdoors.
Get ready for a weekend of adventure! Sleep a stones throw from the start line & be at one with nature. Camping, glamping & campervans spots available.
Across the weekend enjoy guided yoga classes to help you relax & unwind.
Hear from Nick, Founder of Impact Marathons - a global race series harnessing the power of running to change lives. He’s designed race routes on an active volcano, the Himalayas & rural Africa to name a few.
Explore innovative products from a range of brands in our events village. Everything from cutting edge nutrition, recovery products to performance apparel.
Enjoy a well-earned meal from a mix of healthy, wholesome & nutritious vendors.
Navigation is an essential building block to equip anyone for outdoor adventures, learn the key steps.
Celebrate your racing achievement with parties & live music!
Brecon Beacons National Park is loved for its big green open spaces which offer miles and miles of wonderful trail running!
Guided breathwork classes led by Kay Lou. Use your breath consciously, to make positive change in the mind and body. It is single handedly the most effective self care tool that helps to alleviate stress, lower anxiety and overwhelm, control panic and burnout almost immediately - as well as optimising your athletic performance and enhancing your overall well-being.
Kick back & watch inspiring run & adventure films! If you or a friend have a short film to showcase please email olivia@trailpursuit.com or ed@trailpursuit.com
Bring your four legged friends! We welcome dogs at least 1 years of age & to be kept on a lead throughout.
Take the hassle out of carrying your own gear & add a touch of comfort after your race. Classic & Luxury Bell Tents available for hire, please choose at checkout.
From 5Ks to a Mountain Marathon, and even a mini runners 1 mile race, Trail Pursuit welcomes all levels of runners, and most importantly, anyone with a passion for the outdoors.
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DAY 1
Race Registration takes place from 2-8pm on Friday 9th September. Race Registration will also be open between 7-9am on Saturday 10th September.
Look out for signs to the registration tents, they will be clearly signed!
DAY 2
Saturday 10th September
Mountain Marathon: 08:00
Half Marathon: 09:00
10K: 09:30
5K: 10:00
Kids 1 mile: 3pm
Please ensure all race numbers are visible to the marshals, as you will need to check in at each feed station on route. The courses will be fully marked and marshalled so no need for navigation and feed stations enroute.
There is no cut off times on these races, as we would rather people enjoy the run without any pressure of cut offs.
DAY 3
Across the weekend there will be a mix of yoga sessions to help you unwind.
Sessions will be led by our qualified yoga teachers, suitable for beginner & experienced yogies!
DAY 4
We we are offering a number of guided hikes & runs across the weekend to keep you energised & allow you to explore more of the Brecon Beacons!
You can pre-book sessions ahead of the festival.
DAY 5
Our resident Breathwork Coach Kay Lou will be leading breathing sessions throughout the weekend to help you re-centre & elevate your senses.
Navigation classes will be led by a mix of partners. Brush up your orienteering skills & improve your map reading skills.
DAY 6
We are excited to welcome a number of inspiring athlete speakers to Trail Pursuit: Brecon Beacons!
Get ready to hear tales from the trails by a number of athletes who have overcome challenges & gained wisdom from their experiences.
Full lineup to be announced soon!
DAY 7
What's a festival without adventure movies & popcorn? 🍿
On Friday 9th September we're hosting a run & adventure film screening, sit back, relax & enjoy!
If you or a friend have a running & adventure film please email us at olivia@trailpursuit.com or ed@trailpursuit.com
DAY 8
At Trail Pursuit, we believe in equality, adventure & celebrating each other! Kick back & enjoy the festival atmosphere & be proud of what you've just achieved.
There will be live music, an events village with a range of vendors, delicious food & drink & so much more!
Fully marked course
Fully chip timed
Finishers eco medal
Nutrition from Mountain Fuel & Voom
Yoga all weekend
Live music on Saturday & Sunday
Guided social runs & hikes
Live film screening
Inspiring athlete speakers
Navigation & Breathwork workshops
Sports expo
Official event photography
On-site first aid
On-site camping (with Race + Festival + Camping Ticket)
Drinks & snacks (extra)
Shower Pass (Valid Fri-Sun, £15)
Weekend Parking Pass (Valid Fri-Sun, £15)
Campervan Pass (Valid Fri-Sun, £55)
Location: Gilestone Farm, Talybont-on-Usk, Brecon, LD3 7JE Gilestone Farm is the venue for Trail Pursuit: Brecon Beacons. It is set in the heart of the Brecon Beacons, on the outskirts of the village of Talybont-on-Usk, between the river Usk and the canal. Download full directions here. (Travelling by car & public transport)
- Waterproof jacket (taped seams) - Waterproof trousers (taped seams) - Spare base layer - Hat/Buff - Gloves - Emergency bag (not foil blanket) - Whistle - Fully charged mobile phone - High energy snacks - 500ml minimum liquid - Personal cup - Headtorch (Marathon Only)
We have chosen to support Central Beacons Mountain Rescue Team. A charity operating in the Brecon Beacons National Park incorporating Pen y Fan the highest point in southern Britain as well as the beautiful waterfalls of Ystradfellte, and Cardiff, Caerphilly and Newport. They have been supporting the communities of Mid and South Wales since 1963 & our aim is to raise awareness of the brilliant work they do.
We are pleased to offer camping at Trail Pursuit: Brecon Beacons Event Location: Gilestone Farm, Talybont-on-Usk, Brecon, LD3 7JE Camping located next to the start line. Please note: - this is a basic campsite - fresh water tap & portaloos onsite - no electrical hookups available - no fire pits allowed We have x2 options when booking your race! 1) Book your Race & Festival Ticket (WITH CAMPING) 2) Book your Race & Festival Ticket (WITHOUT CAMPING) Glamping: We are pleased to offer Classic & Luxury Bell Tents. Please book these separately at checkout (2/4/6 person glamping available). No pets allowed inside.
2021 was my first time visiting the Brecon Beacons and I already cannot wait to go back! The TP race routes and beautiful scenery made for one unforgettable adventure, and I left feeling thankful for the ever so welcoming and friendly locals. I loved being immersed in the forest, passing waterfalls and having a birds eye view of the surroundings. It was such a peaceful setting, and provided a great backdrop for an awesome festival vibe!
Danielle Gontier
Trail running has always been a form of complete escapism for me; it's exhilarating and challenging in equal measure but leaves you feeling accomplished and like you can tackle anything life throws your way!
Victoria Stears
The beautiful and formidable landscape of the Brecon Beacons, coupled with a relaxed yet vibrant festival atmosphere made for one of the best trail running events I have ever been to...and that was just the inaugural event...count me in for 2022!!
Tom Collins
From start to finish, spending time with the TP family in an amazing part of the UK - the weekend was awesome! From wild movie night under the stars, to racing in torrential rain - it was smiles all round and what an afterparty! Come & join the adventure in 2022.
Paul Bowyer
Trail running makes me a happier person, connects me with a nature, which I really enjoy. I feel wild and free when I'm on my trails 🙃
Magda Kaminska
To me, trail running removes the playing field all together, it removes the boundaries that come from road running and allow you to feel a full sense of adventure and intimacy with the natural world. Going off the beaten path is where I feel alive, free and at my most inspired.
Ben Turner
Trail Pursuit: Brecon Beacons takes place on Friday 9th - Sunday 11th September 2022.
Trail Pursuit: Brecon Beacons takes place at Gilestone Farm. Address: Station Rd, Talybont-on-Usk, Brecon, LD3 7JE
Yes. Trail Pursuit is inclusive for beginner & experienced trail runners alike.
A mix of terrain including hard packed forest trails, elevated fells & bridleways ways, taking in panoramic views of the Brecon Beacons!
No, all routes are fully marked & marshalled so you can focus on the epic trail running.
Yes, the team at Trail Pursuit are available to answer your questions at either ed@trailpursuit.com or olivia@trailpursuit.com
Yes. All individual entrants for 5K through to marathon must be aged 17 or over. This is to comply with UK Athletics guidance. For the Kids 1 Mile race any age between 5 - 12 years old.
Absolutely! Sharing the experience is fully encouraged.
Includes: Your chosen race, chip timing, medical support, Mountain Fuel nutrition & finishers eco medal. Plus yoga, athlete speakers, live music, workshops, adventure film screening, social guided runs & hikes, sports expo & x2 nights camping!
Includes: Your chosen race, chip timing, Mountain Fuel nutrition, medical support & finishers eco medal. Plus yoga, athlete speakers, live music, workshops, adventure film screening, social guided runs & hikes, sports expo & NO CAMPING.
You can enter the festival site across the whole weekend, however cannot stay on-site.
Yes, please do this before the cut off date 60 days before the event. This is to ensure administration, timing & logistics are taken care of.
Absolutely. There are two ways to run for charity: sign up and then run for your chosen charity or in some cases charities have bought bundles of tickets in advance and will be advertising on their own website.
SATURDAY 10TH SEPTEMBER 2022:
Marathon: 08:00
Half Marathon: 09:00
10K: 09:30
5K: 10:00
Kids 1 mile: 15:00
NB: An official warm up will take place approximately 15 minutes before the start of each race.
Everyone crossing the finish line will receive a Trail Pursuit: Brecon Beacons medal for the distance they have completed. These will be given out in the finish funnel area by one of our amazing community groups.
Kids 1 mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon & Ultra races have a range of prizes from our very generous sponsors. Prizes are provided for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd (Male/Female)
You will receive a confirmation via email after you purchase your ticket.
Our qualified yoga, breathwork & navigation teachers will lead sessions across the weekend. Exact times to be confirmed.
Included in your RACE + FESTIVAL + CAMPING ticket is x2 nights camping At Gilestone Farm, Friday - Sunday.
Please bring your own tent & camping gear.
Yes, you're welcome to bring your camper! Please purchase your Campervan Pass separately at checkout. Please note we have a limited number available.
Want to run & stay in your campervan? Choose RACE & FESTIVAL Ticket & also add the CAMPERVAN PASS, found under 'Extras'
Campervans park in a separate field.
We are canicross friendly! Please ensure your dog is at least 1 year of age & confident around other dogs & humans. We kindly ask you keep them on a lead throughout & please pickup & dispose of their poop!
If Trail Pursuit races are cancelled for any reason, you will be credited to a re-scheduled date or deferred to the following year.
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