These runs and rides are part of a truly unique festival of sport.
Pembrokeshire plays host annually to one of the most difficult but most rewarding events in Wales – the Long Course Weekend. This unique event lasts three epic days at the end of June. The event caters for athletes of all abilities, from pros to everyday athletes who just want to complete something incredible.
Set on the west coast of Wales in Pembrokeshire, the event attracts over 11,000 athletes and 35,000 supporters from 56 nations. More than 20,000 competitors have attempted the difficult terrain and challenging weather conditions on this punishing route since its first event in 2010. This is your chance to take part in one of the many running and/or cycling events on offer!
Crowds fill the streets and the support is immense! Lee M
Venue is Salterns Car Park, Tenby unless specified otherwise.
These events can be entered by anyone who feels they are capable of competing. There is gender separation, so men and women compete for first place in their respective category. Athletes with a registered disability will need to contact the race office to discuss whether the race is suitable and safe to enter.
Ideally road.
You can use any bike that is roadworthy and complies with the British Triathlon Federation rules. You can use electric bikes on the 42-mile distance only. No tandems.
Road bikes are exactly that, bikes which are designed for use on the road. They typically feature a more aggressive racing position, a high saddle and dropped handlebars, that encourage a more aerodynamic posture with more weight over the front of the bike for more power. A stiff, rigid frame reduces energy loss to suspension and ensures maximum energy is transferred from you to the wheels. A gear ratio designed with high-power cycling in mind means you can put down power at close-to-speed. If you were racing a downhill slope style race, you wouldn't use a road bike, so similarly when cycling on roads, you wouldn't use a full-suspension rock chomper capable of tackling the Grand Canyon!
For the Sportives, Tri Bars are allowed on course.
Salterns Pay and Display Car Park
Marsh Road
Tenby
Pembrokeshire
SA70 8DU
UK
With awards and accolades for the quality of its coastline, Pembrokeshire is heaven for swimmers, beachcombers, wildlife-watchers, walkers and outdoor adventurers. Its towns, villages and campsites are fantastic for family holidays, so bring your little ones. Chances are they’ll like it so much that when they have kids of their own, they’ll do exactly the same.
The county is home to Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, the only national park in the United Kingdom established primarily because of the coastline; the Park occupies more than a third of the area of the county and includes the Preseli Hills in the north as well as the 186-mile (299 km) Pembrokeshire Coast Path.
Bags can be collected when your race is over from St Johns Church in Tenby.
A list of local accommodation and dining suggestions is readily available.
Official event parking is at Greenhill School, Heywood Lane, Tenby, SA70 8BN. Card payment only.
I done this as part of the long course weekend and I can honestly say it's in a beautiful part of the world, the course is great, the support is even better and the organisation is top notch. Matthew H
If you haven't yet done this event, it is a must! Rosie T
I loved this event, it's fantastic starting at Pembroke Castle then running some wonderfully scenic country lanes back to Tenby. It's worth running it just for the views over Manorbier. Jordan F
This event was organised superbly from start to finish. All required kit is provided in registration in advance (helmet stickers, bike label, race tattoos etc...) along with course maps. Cara S
Thoroughly enjoyed the experience. David J
This was an outstanding race. From the outset the organisation And helpfulness from the Marshall’s and staff was great. Damien M
The crowds fill the streets and the support is immense, especially on the St Brides climb! Lee M
Reviews thanks to RaceCheck
10:00
£55
Age 18 & over
12:00
£42.80
Age 17 & over
13:30
£26.75
Age 15 & over
09:30
£45
Age 14 & over
07:00
£60
Age 16 & over
07:00
£75
Age 18 & over