Richard Burton mini miler Fun Run 2017
05 November 2017
Big thank you for entering the 2017 Richard Burton 10 km or the Mini Miler Fun Run. This is one of the oldest races on the Welsh calendar. Thanks also to all of the runners who are again supporting this event having entered this race in past years. You are about to take part in a race that epitomises the spirit and beauty of our famous Welsh valleys, with the spirit of the legend that is Richard Burton.
The Bryn and Cwmafan events committee, charity number 5103586, organising this event will ensure all profits off this event will go to local charity's and community organisations with details to be announced post event. You can also donate to these worthy causes at check out.
Parking
There is ample parking in and around the village of Cwmafan; including signed, designated parking areas
1.Garage on London row near the Britt pub, will be available until 10:00 after which access will be restricted . SA12 9BG
2.Car park behind pizza gatti ,ty'r-owen row . SA12 9BG
3.Car park opposite the coop in Waun Wen. SA12 9TB
4.Car park at Ynys Park, Cwmavon Rd, Cwmafan, Port Talbot SA12 8RB (Allow 10 to 15 Mins to walk to the registration area from here)
otherwise please park respectfully in and around Cwmavon
Registration
Before the race you will need to pickup your Race Number and t-shirt up. For the 10 km this will be available in the Cwmafan Community Centre SA12 9DF, from 4 pm to 5 pm on Saturday 4th Nov and from 9am on race day ....There will be marked tables inside where you will collect your number and t-shirt.
all on-line entries will close midday on Thursday 2nd November or when the 2,000 entry limit is reached. There will be no new entries on race day.
Online Entry for the Mini Miler will stay open until midnight on Friday 3rd November.....there will be on the day entries for this race but to guarantee a t-shirt please enter online. The tables for registration on the day and for collecting Race Numbers and t-shirts for the Mini Miler will be in the Rugby Club, next door to the community centre, and will be open from 8:30 to 9:45 am on race day.
Toilets
There will be toilets available in Cwmafan Rugby Club. Portable Toilets will also be available opposite the Cwmafan Rugby Club. Disabled toilets will be available at the Cwmafan Community Centre.
There are also toilets in the changing rooms in Siencyn Powell (the park on the main road opposite the Rugby Club) the welfare club and waun club will also be open.
Pre-race Briefing
A pre-race briefing will be held before the start.
Race Start
The 2 races will start outside the Cwmafan Community Centre SA12 9DF. The first race, the Mini Miler Fun Run will start at approximately 10:15 am followed by the 10 km race which will start at approximately 11.00 am. The Welsh National Anthem will be sang prior to the start of the 10 km. The race will be started by BBC Radio Wales presenter Chris Needs, who was born in Cwmafan.
Marshalling and First Aid
The route and First Aid will be under the control of the Western Beacons Mountain Rescue Team, who will ensure that any issues that occur during your run will be dealt with professionally.
Marshalling will be under the control of Port Talbot Harriers.
Road traffic control will be managed by our traffic management team, who are all section 8 trained.
Runners are reminded to keep to the left hand side off the road at all times unless otherwise directed, by a race official.
Drink Stations
There will be manned drink stations on route in the Rhyslyn car park Pontrhydyfen.
Finish Area
Once you cross the finishing line, the 10 km runners will receive their Richard Burton race memento , welsh cake and bottle of water.
There will also be refreshments and a cake sale available in the community centre.
cwmavon rugby club will also be serving hot and cold snacks and drinks and sweets.
A massage station will be available from 9 am in the finish area. There will also be a first aid station located in this area.
Prize list for the 10 km
Race Presentations for the 10 km run will start at 12:30 in the Rugby Club. 1st...£200, 2nd..£120, 3rd...£90, 4th...£60, 5th...£50 First m/f veteran over 40...Trophy & £50 First male and female veteran over 50...£50 First team m/f (3 to score)...£120 .
1st Cwmafan finisher m/f
TATA STEEL EMPLOYEE : Tata Steel First Male & First Female Trophies ....... TATA STEEL 1st department team, 3 to score. Trophy
Most Supported Group ,the Lesa Hitchings Trophy plus a £250 donation to the charity of their choice......
A £50 bonus will be paid to the fastest male under 30 Minutes and female runner under 34 minutes. A further £50 will be paid to anyone setting a new male or female course record. Current course record holders are Ian Hamer at 29:23 and Andrea Whitcombe at 34:12.
Cwmavon RFC will compete with Pontrhydyfen RFC for the Mathew Mizen Memorial Trophy.
Mini Miler Fun Run
The Mini Miler fun run entries will be taken online and on the day with registration from 8:30 to 09:45. This race start time is 10:15. Again the “on the day” entries will be limited and at an extra cost so online registration is recommended.
Children entering this race will receive a T-shirt they can run in, a goodies bag and a medal . The first 3 boys and first 3 girls across the finish line will also receive trophies.
The Mini Miler Fun Run presentations will take place at the start line just before the start of the 10 km run.
Post Race Entertainment
There will be a number of activities available on the day for all to enjoy, including live music at the Cwmafan Rugby Club starting after the race presentations.
All runners, friends, family, spectators and guests are welcome to the post race party. In a relaxed atmosphere, you can share race stories over refreshments whilst listening to live music at the Cwmavon Rugby Club. A licensed bar will be available.
12:30 presentation
13:00 live band .....Elphies Kingdom
15:00 live band.....Reflex
18:30 live band ....Sandboys .....This will be in Cwmafan Welfare Club.
Showers/changing
Showers and changing rooms are available in the Parc y Llyn ( the park on the main road opposite the Rugby Club)
Also opposite the main entrance to the community centre at the back of the rugby club.
Richard Burton Race Archives
If you have ran the race in the past or simply want to know more about past races such as timing records, photos and videos from these races, we have them online as far back as 2013. Follow this link to see more.
LEFT BAGGAGE
Is available in the library on Depot Road.
Accommodation
Depending on your needs, we’ve come up with a mixture of local accommodation that should meet most requirements:
L & A Outdoor Centre Cabins, Goytre
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The Brit London Row Cwmavon Port Talbot SA12 9AH. email: thebritwales@gmail.com.
http://thebrit.wales/accommodation/
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Fedwen Farw Glamping Pods, Cwmavon
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AFAN LODGE HOTEL
Afan Road, Duffryn Rhondda, Port Talbot, South Wales, SA13 3ES. 10 minute drive from cwmavon Tel: 01639 852500 email: stay@afanlodge.com
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DEPOT ROAD
New Methodist Church, Depot Road, Cwmavon. SA12 9DF
Offers contemporary 5 star accommodation in the stunning Afan Valley, South Wales. www.mountain-bike-accommodation.co.uk
For all enquiries, including making a booking, please use any of the contact methods below. We look forward to hearing from you.
MOBILE: 07974 437885 EMAIL: depotrd@mail.com
BOOKINGS AND REVIEWS: Visit our page on Holiday Lettings
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Blanco's Hotel & Restaurant
Green Park, Port Talbot, SA12 6NT
Tel: 01639 864500 Fax: 01639 896516 E-Mail: info@blancoshotel.co.uk
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Best Western Aberavon Beach Hotel
Port Talbot, South Wales. SA12 6QP
For enquiries or to make a reservation please call 0844 387 6086*
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Premier Inn Port Talbot
Bagle Brook, Baglan Road, Baglan, Port Talbot SA12 8ES
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Windways Neuadd Afan
Afan Rd, Duffryn Rhondda, Port Talbot SA13 3HF Phone: 07973 615893
PERFECT HOLIDAY ACCOMMODATION! 11 beds, 5 bedrooms, detached house, off-road parking for 5 cars, free Wi-Fi.
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The Ambassador Hotel, Neath
20 minute drive from Cwmavon
www.ambassador-hotel-neath.co.uk
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The Towers Hotel & Spa, Swansea
20 minute drive from Cwmavon
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BRYN TEG HOUSE
Address: 9 Craig-Y-Fan Terrace, Cymmer, Port Talbot SA13 3LN Phone: 01639 851820 www.brynteghouse.com
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Afan Valley Views
Afan Road, Dyffryn Rhondda, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot, SA13 3ET. Phone: 07795 23421962
Valley Views comprises of 2 self contained apartments, sleeping 4 or 5.
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Explore the area. If you want to make a weekend of it, there are plenty of activities and attractions for all ages and abilities in Afan Forest Park and Neath Port Talbot. For more information, please visit: www.afanforestpark.co.uk or www.visitnpt.co.uk
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KIND REGARDS,
Shaun Tobin, Race Director, Bryn and Cwmafan events. Charity number 5103586
Port Talbot
SA12 9DF
Registration open from: 08:30:00
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