Beast of Bryn 2026 (Bwystfil Y Bryn) We are delighted to be hosting the Beast of Bryn 2026 (Bwystfil Y Bryn) BRAG (Bryn Residents Action Group) established this race in 2011 and it quickly grew in size and reputation. Much of the history of the race can be found on the BRAG website. The management of the race was outsourced for a few years, but since 2024 has been fully managed by BRAG. The event is held under UK Athletics rules with the registration number TR-26-5. We have two distances to choose from – approximately 6.5 miles (10.5km) or 10.5 miles (17km) with total climbs of approximately 288 or 556 Meters. The 10.5-mile route can also be part of the Welsh Athletics Masters Championship for affiliated runners. The route passes through the mountains of Afan Forest Park, with stunning views throughout. Short Race 6.5 miles affiliated £27 Short Race 6.5 miles unaffiliated £29 Long Race 10.5 Miles Affiliated £37 Long Race 10.5 Miles Unaffiliated £39 Open to new and seasoned runners. Set yourself a challenge for 2025! Online entries will remain open until 10:00 on Monday, the 3rd August. This is to allow time for numbers to be printed and mailed to your registration address. ARE YOU READY FOR THE CHALLENGE? 6.5 MILER ROUTE 10.5 MILER ROUTE WITH THIS RACE YOU'LL GET: - AN AWESOME RACE EXPERIENCE - RACE PACKS MAILED TO YOU (NO QUEUING FOR BIBS ON THE DAY) - FULLY MARKED AND MARSHALLED ROUTE - BESPOKE FINISHER MEDAL - FINISHERS T-SHIRT - PRIZES FOR THE TOP 3 MALE & FEMALE WINNERS FOR BOTH RACES - ELECTRONIC CHIP TIMING - EVENT FACILITIES & TOILETS - FULLY TRAINED MEDICS - BAG DROP - FREE MARSHALLED PARKING (for about the first 200 cars) EVENT SCHEDULE: - HELP DESK OPENS - 8:00 AM - START OF MINI BEAST 9:00 AM (ONE-MILE FUN RUN) - START OF THE BEAST: 10:00 AM (10.5-mile run) - SECOND START 10:15 (6.5-mile run) - POST RUN ENTERTAINMENT - AWARDS CEREMONY: 13:00 PM Mini Beast one-mile fun run We will also provide a one-mile fun run for the younger element who are too young to run the Beast. For details on this Mini Beast race, see the registration site here. DIRECTIONS: Head for Bryn Rugby & Social Club, Hillgrove, Bryn, Port Talbot, SA13 2RR and follow our Signs. Please park where available and head to the event field. AFFILIATED ATHLETIC CLUB ENTRIES, NOTE: Club entries are for affiliated athletic clubs only.