SUPPORTING TALENTED YOUNG SPORTS PEOPLE in Torfaen

Torfaen 10k

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All our runners from 2024 will automatically receive a discount on their 2025 entry - simply use the same email address that you used then and the discount will be applied at checkout.

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Didn't run in 2024? - don't despair - you can still benefit from a discounted entry as long as you enter before 6 January 2025

13 July 2025
9am start in Blaenavon

For 2025 we have introduced a new prize structure and a new awards ceremony. Only 1st, 2nd and 3rd Overall Male and Female and the Junior winners will be awarded on the day - all category prize winners will be contacted within a few days after the race. 

 

Prizes:

  • 1st Male Overall - 1st Female Overall

  • 2nd Male Overall - 2nd Female Overall

  • 3rd Male Overall - 3rd Female Overall

 

1st Junior (15 -19 years) Male and Female

 

Category Prizes:

  • 1st +40 Male and Female

  • 1st +50 Male and Female

  • 1st +60 Male and Female

  • 1st +70 Male and Female

  • Athlete with a disability Male and Female

One prize per person and prizes only awarded if there are more than 2 in the category

 

All profits from the Race will be donated to the Mic Morris Memorial Sporting Trust Fund to be used to support our aspiring young athletes. 

 

For more event information or to enquire about sponsorship, call Christine Philpott on 01633 628936 or email christine.philpott@torfaen.gov.uk

tHE FASTEST 10K ON THE PLANET! 
 

This race is a firm favourite with beginners and experienced runners alike.

 

The course is fast, beginning in Blaenavon and following a downhill, closed road route to finish in the beautiful surrounds of Pontypool Park.

 

Beginners will have the knowledge that they have completed their first 10k in a record time.

 

Participants will receive a goody bag at the finish line which will include a medal, tech tee shirt, water and a banana.

 

This event is superbly suitable for all runners (min age 15 years), including those with disabilities.

 

Transport is also provided from Pontypool to the start to help with parking in Blaenavon.

 

An excellent PB for everyone, an opportunity not to be missed!
 

Not sure that you can do a 10k?  Here is a training plan to follow - be ready in just 8 weeks.

Road closures

A full road closure will be in place for the event and roads will be closed from 8am until 11:30am.

The main roads that will be closed along the race route are:

  • A4043 Cwmavon Road from the junction of Prince Street and New William Street in Blaenavon to Old Road in Abersychan
  • Old Road
  • Limekiln Road
  • Freeholdland Road
  • George Street
  • Mill Road
  • Hospital Road
  • The northern section of Osbourne Road to its junction with Riverside
  • Riverside
  • Park Road leading up to Penygarn Road

Side roads will not be formally closed but no vehicles will be allowed to access the route during the race. Access for the emergency services will be maintained at all times.

Anyone who has travel or caring responsibilities and will be affected by the closures should contact Torfaen’s sports development team on 01633 628936.

Torfaen 2k Family Fun Run

In addition to the main 10k event, we also host a 2km fun run for the younger runners and families within Pontypool Park. Everyone joining in will receive a medal.

 

family fun runners

Our Sponsors

We are extremely grateful to these wonderful supporters and businesses who help us to host the event. 

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