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The Blade Runner has now closed and you will not be able to sign-up for it. Please check the Organiser's Description for any organiser updates.
This event is in a testing state, and is not open for public sign-ups until the organiser has launched it.

Organiser's Description

The Blade Runner is a 7-mile multi-terrain race that starts and finishes at wind turbines on the Oakdale plateau and uses the lanes to loop the village of Manmoel.   

This year's race has been picked as one of the East Wales Clubs Road Championship 2025.

Join us for one of our iconic runs, taking in the scenic and enjoyable route.  

All participants must be over the age of 16 on race day. Entry fees are £10.00 for UK Athletics registered runners and £12.00 for non-affiliated runners. There is a small booking fee.  

Welsh Athletics Race Licence applied for under UKA Rules.  

 All finishers will receive a commemorative race buff.  

 The race awards ceremony will be held at The Travellers Rest, Oakdale, NP12 0HY.  

Prizes for: 

  • First Male and Female 

  • First Male and Female Vet 

  • First Male and Female Super Vet 

  • First Male and Female Team (3 to score) 

Race HQ will be outside Braces Bakery, where the start line is situated.  Entries will be available on the day. 

Ample parking available.  

Entries close on 21st June! There are just 200 places available so don't miss out!  Race day information will be emailed out to all participants before the race.  

Race numbers can be collected from the registration desk on race day.   

All running abilities are welcome, however the course is undulating and unsuitable for wheelchair athletes. We will ask you for a predicted race time on registration, this is to help us plan locations and timing of our volunteers.  

Once entered there are no cancellations or deferrals. If you wish to transfer your place to another runner you can do so via your Entry Central login before 21st June 2025.  

What are you waiting for? Sign up now!  

No headphones other than bone conducting headphones are permitted.  

Distance is approximate.  

You agree that we may publish your Personal Information as part of the results of the Event and may pass such information to the governing body or any affiliated organisation for the purpose of insurance, licences or for publishing results either for the event alone or combined with or compared to other events. Results may include (but not be limited to) name, any club affiliation, race times, occupation and age category.  

 

 

 

 

Prices

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21 Jun 2025 21:00£10.00£12.00

*Discounted for members of any of WA WA SA EA AMCA

To sign-up for this event, the Service Fee is 4% (min 50p) for each sign-up

Dates and Status

Date: 22/06/2025

10:00:00 - 13:00:00

Status: Closed

Total Places: 203

Places Available: ??

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Organiser

Michael Heare

Islwyn running club

Braces Bakery Oakdale NP11 3EF What 3 Words: rift.loft.bins