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Home » Race Archive » ARCHIVED RACE: Whole Hog Brecon Beacons Adventure Run @ Dolygaer Outdoor Education Centre, Pontsticill, Merthyr Tydfil, Wales on 12 May 2012
ARCHIVED RACE: Whole Hog Brecon Beacons Adventure Run @ Dolygaer Outdoor Education Centre, Pontsticill, Merthyr Tydfil, Wales on 12 May 2012
Race Info & Description
Race Information:
- Event Name: Whole Hog Brecon Beacons Adventure Run
- Distance (KMs): 10
- Distance (Miles): 6
- Date: 12 May 2012
- Start Time: 10.00
- Venue: Dolygaer Outdoor Education Centre
- Organised By: Marie Curie Cancer Care
- Race Website: Click Here.
Race Facilities
- Has Toilets? Yes
- Has Changing Facilities? Yes
- Has Water Stations? No
- Has Prizes / Awards? Yes
Race Description
Run, Jump, Swim, Climb, Slide and Crawl your way through the ultimate six mile cross country challenge in the heart of the Brecon Beacons at the Dolygaer Education Centre at Pontsticill to help raise funds for Marie Curie Cancer Care. Take part as an individual or in a team of three and face this Whole Hog head on as you battle what nature, and our military style obstacle course, has to offer. After completing this fantastic challenge, wipe off the mud and join us for a Whole Hog party to celebrate your achievement.
Be the first to take on this brand new course – sign up today!
Taking place on Saturday 12th May 2012 in the Brecon Beacons in South Wales. All
sponsorship raised from this event will go into providing free Marie Curie nursing care to terminally ill patients and their families, in the comfort of their own home.
Places are limited so apply early to avoid disappointment.
Individual Entry £35. Aim to raise £100 in sponsorship
Group Entry (Team of three) £105. Aim to raise £300 in sponsorship
Call 08700 340040 or email waleswestevents@mariecurie.org.uk for more information. Or you can apply online at www.mariecurie.org.uk/wholehog
Race Venue and Map
Race Location:
- Venue: Dolygaer Outdoor Education Centre
- Town/City: Pontsticill
- State/County: Merthyr Tydfil
- Country: United Kingdom
- Postcode / Google Map Co-ordinates: PL10 1HZ
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Race Entry
Race Entry
- Entry Fee: £35 individuals. £105 groups of three
- Enter on Day: No
- Online Entry:

- Postal Entry: Yes
- Closing Date:
- Entry Limit: 16 years plus
- Entry Contact / Race Secretary: waleswestevents@mariecurie.org.uk
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Absolutely fantastic run. I did it as an individual. Exceeded my expectations of my own fitness and mental strength, everything was well organised but would have liked to have got a medal. But will be back for another go next year.