How far is the race?
Elite and Fun Run races are 5km. Children’s Races (age 8 to 9 and 10 to 11) is 600m - or one lap of the town.
Children’s Race (age 12 to 13 and 14 to 15) is 1.2km, or two laps of the town.
Is there a new route for 2023? The route for 2023 is the same as last year. Details will be in your race packs. You can also see them here.
Can I enter on the night?
All spaces must be purchased before the event. We cannot register any participants on the night.
Can I run in fancy dress?
Yes, we love to see the fun run filled with people in fancy dress.Please adhere to the following guidelines if choosing to run in fancy dress:
- Costumes must not be deemed offensive, or dangerous to spectators or other competitors.
- Costumes (individual or group) must be of appropriate size (i.e. must not exceed 900mm in diameter) to allow other competitors to safely pass during the race.
- Costumes must not restrict the competitors' ability to compete.
- Costumes must be worn and not pushed or pulled – i.e. pushchairs or trollies.
If you are uncertain on whether your fancy dress is suitable please contact us to check as failing to comply with these guidelines, may result in you forfeiting your place in the race.
Can I swap my place if I choose not to run?
No, only the participant named at registration can run. No one else can use your race number. If you are unable to run, please let us know as soon as possible so we can offer someone else the space.
When will I receive my race bib?
You will be sent an information pack containing your race number (bib) with built-in timing chip in Mid-December, prior to the event
What time will the event start?
The event will start with the Children’s Races at 5pm.
Will there be a road closure?
Yes. In order to deliver the event safely, there will be a road closure in Mountain Ash. See the closure map.
Where can I park on the night?
There will be a Park and Ride service operating from Mountain Ash Comprehensive School (CF45 4DG) and Cynon Valley Bowls/ Mountain Ash Rugby Ground (CF45 4DA).
This will operate back and forth between the car parks and Mountain Ash Town Hall (Aberdare Hotel bus stop).
Where can I change and leave my things?
Canolfan Pennar – Mountain Ash library will be the allocated changing and bag storage area. This will be open between 16:30 and 20:30, items are left at own risk. This area is open to participants only.
Will there be entertainment on the night?
There will be a small fun fair (Children's rides) in Henry Street Car Park.
Will there be fireworks for 2023?
Yes the infamous Nos Galan fireworks will return for 2023, As well as a spectacular light show to celebrate the 65th Anniversary of the Nos Galan Road Races.
Will there be a mystery runner for 2023?
Yes, but who will it be?!
Please note photography will be taken on the night for use in promotion of the event on social media and other media outlets
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