Third Fixture 2010/2011 Season

The third fixture of the season will take place at Afan Forest, Pontrhydyfen on Sunday November 28th 2010. Pontrhydyfen is the birthplace of Hollywood legend Richard Burton whose former home is near the race start. Pontryhydyfen's iconic image are the viaducts at Danybont

Nearest SAT NAV - Miners Arms - SA12 9TH, Race Start & Parking - SA12 9RP

The race will be hosted by Port Talbot Harriers & Athletic.Club.

Registration - Between 9.45am - 10.45am in The Miners Arms, Pontrhydyfen.

Start Time - 11am

Distance/Course - 5.9 miles for the men, 2.8 miles for ladies. This is a course held on the former mineral railways serving the Afan Valley and is therefore unsuitable for spikes. In fact, erosion over the years has left the course in poor condition so ideally a sturdy pair of trainers should be worn.

Looking up the valley from Rhyslyn, there has been a landslide on the eastern side of the valley. If this has not been sorted out by November we will arrange an alternative course.

Minimum Age - 16

Entry Fee - £2 Athletes Registered with Welsh Athletics/£4 Non Registered (PLEASE BRING THE CORRECT CHANGE)

HEALTH & SAFETY AT CROSS COUNTRY EVENTS
Athletes are advised that Health and Safety regulations recommend that you should examine the course for potential hazards before competing. The course has been checked by the organisers and a risk assessment conducted.

The Race Referee has inspected the course and declared it suitable for use. Any competitor who has concerns about a safety aspect on the course should bring it to the attention of the organisers and/or the Referee immediately.

If the issue cannot be resolved satisfactorily the competitor will be advised not to participate in the the event.

FIRST AID
First Aid cover is available on site. Any situation arising that requires First Aid treatment anywhere on the course must be reported immediately to First Aid Personnel.

All participants are reminded of their duty of care for each other. If you suspect that someone, athlete or spectator, is in need of medical assistance you must act appropriately.