Brecon Fans is a series of two fell runs in the Brecon Beacons. A number of Forest runners took part over the two days. Mountain racing is where the participant has to take primary responsibility for their own safety, this means carrying various equipment, such as a map/whistle/compass/full body cover/drink & food.
Pictured L-R Jacqui Wynds/Michael Marks/Alan Robertson/Stefanie Francis/Julian Boon/Peter Woodward – before running Fan Y Big
Day 1: Pen y Fan Race
A “short” race up the highest mountain in southern Britain, packing nearly 2000 feet of ascent into 3.5 miles. First run in 1986, the race has been tackled by all the top UK fell runners. Forest results: James Dobbing 47:36; Leyton Fleet 48:34; Julian Boon 49:51 and Ian Morgan 57:48.
Day 2: Fan y Big Horseshoe Race
A perfect 10-mile skyline route with an ascent of 2200ft, starting and finishing in lovely Llanfrynach. Created in 2007 by members of Mynydd Du, the race has proved popular with hardened fell runners and novices alike. The weather was perfect with the most stunning views. Forest results: Peter Woodward 1:26:30; Julian Boon 1:34:58; Alan Robertson 1:55:03; Michael Marks 1:56:19, Jacqui Wynds 2:05:26 (& 1st FV60) and Stef Francis 2:05:46.