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The Glynneath Five originated in 1986. It was supposed to be the Neath Valley Race – held at Glynneath. A Five Mile road race was set up by Arthur Phillips, an experienced runner.The race is different to other races – it encourages all types of runners – from beginners to international class runners. It is a Race and Fun Run combined.
The BEST runners in Wales ...
have run on this 5 mile, undulating course – Richard Gardiner, Marc and Lewys Hobbs, Martin Rees (world class 50+ runner) who has won the race 6 times.
A race for All
Absolute beginners are welcome and can win a prize – Improvers Trophies (beating last year's time). This is unique in a Road Race in South Wales.
Keep it in the Family
Father and Son, Father and Daughter, Mother and Son, Mother and Daughter, Husband and Wife Trophies are part of the 100 plus extensive prize list on offer
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EVENT RESULTS
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EVENT REPORT
The Boxing Day 5 mile run was set off by the brilliant, Max Boyce.
Tom Marshall from Cardiff A.C. Won in an fast time of 24 minutes 39 seconds. He was 400 metres clear at the finish. For the 2009 Event Report ... CLICK HERE
Pictures of the 2009 event will appear here soon ....
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