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Ysgyryd Fawr — 4.9 km Running Route

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Ysgyryd Fawr is a 4.9 km (3.0 miles) loop in Llanthewy Skirrid, Brecon Beacons, Wales: hilly, with 278 m of climb, on trail ground.

Brecon Beacons National Park
278 mAscent
Paved0%Paved
5/5Hilly
Ysgyryd Fawr running route
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Location: Llanthewy Skirrid, Brecon Beacons, Wales

Embrace the wild beauty of the Brecon Beacons with this invigorating 4.9km route around Ysgyryd Fawr. Starting from the Old Ross Road on the Beacons Way, you'll delve into the natural charm of Pant-Skirrid Wood before a rewarding ascent of Ysgyryd Fawr itself. This entirely unpaved course promises a true escape, immersing you in Welsh landscape with every stride.

With significant ascent and a challenging hilliness factor, this route is ideal for those seeking to build strength and endurance, or for fell runners preparing for their next challenge. The ever-changing gradients and natural surfaces provide a fantastic workout amidst breathtaking scenery, making it a memorable run for seasoned adventurers.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 4.9 km loop in Llanthewy Skirrid, Brecon Beacons, Wales with around 278 metres of total ascent.
How long will it take me to run it?
Use the 'Your time estimate' panel at the top of this page — it predicts your finish time for this exact route from your age, sex and most recent benchmark, accounting for distance, ascent and surface.
Is it hilly?
Yes — seriously. It rates 5 out of 5 on our hill scale — long, steep climbing throughout. About 57 metres of climb per kilometre, 278 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's an off-road route — trail shoes are recommended and underfoot can be soft or rocky in places.
Is it suitable for a 5k?
Yes. At 4.9 km it's close to a 5k, so it works well as a 5k training run or time trial.

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