2024 Brecon CDF 10K: Everything You Need To Know
The Brecon Carreg CDF 10K is returning to the Welsh capital on Sunday 1 September 2024. More than 7,000 people have registered to take part in the 10K or supporting 2K fun run, with thousands more spectators expected to descend to the city for the event.
When is the CDF 10K?
The event takes place this Sunday 1 September. The 2K race will start at 09:15am and the 10K race will start at 10:00am.
Where is it happening?
The event is based in Cardiff’s city centre with all races starting and finishing in King Edward VII Avenue. The event village is situated on the City Hall Lawns.
Can I still enter?
Registration for all races is now closed and no on-the-day entries will be available.
Where does the 10K race go?
The Brecon Carreg CDF 10K takes runners on a sightseeing tour of the Welsh capital, with highlights including Cardiff Castle, Central Square and the Principality Stadium. The race will journey through the heart of central Cardiff, before crossing the River Taff and heading towards the leafy suburb of Pontcanna and the grade 2 listed parkland of Llandaff and Pontcanna Fields. Runners will then pass Sophia Gardens, the home of Welsh cricket, before passing Cardiff Castle once again ahead of a grandstand finish in the Civic Centre.
You can see a map of the route here.
Is there an elite race?
Dewi Griffiths will look to overcome Omar Ahmed and Kadar Omar as the trio ‘do battle’ on the streets of Cardiff at the Brecon Carreg CDF 10K this Sunday.
Dewi Griffiths (28:20) has been edging back to racing fitness throughout the first half of the year, claiming a 10km P.B. at Manchester in May but unable to beat Ahmed & Omar at the Ogi Porthcawl 10K in early July.
The Carmarthenshire based Marathon Man is the fastest on paper however and is likely to be the man to beat this time around despite Omar Ahmed (28:27) winning all three of the R4W 10Ks so far this year and with Kadar Omar (28:27) as the runner-up here.
Jenny Nesbitt (32:30) will face Lauren Reed (33:16), Kate Estlea-Morris (33:38) and 2023 winner Alaw Evans (34:48) on her bid for glory.
Nesbitt is the outstanding favourite for the women’s race, however, returning champion Alaw Evans is always competitive and was third at the series opener in Newport in April, later winning the Seaside based Ogi Porthcawl 10K, overcoming Louise Small on that occasion.
A full elite preview can be seen here.
What other race is taking place?
There will be a 2K race taking place ahead of the 10K to allow runners of all ages and abilities, and their families, to soak up the race day atmosphere.
What is the weather forecast?
The forecast currently predicts race day to be warm and sunny with highs of 23 degrees.
What is the best way to travel to the race?
Cardiff is easily accessible by foot, bike, public transport or car. Getting across the city and to locations around the city can be achieved easily with a number of pedestrianised streets. Runners are advised to check before travelling by train in case of cancellations, strike action or engineering works.
We advise all runners to explore all parking options within the city at www.en.parkopedia.co.uk/parking/cardiff or www.cardiff.gov.uk, as well as road-side parking where safe and secure.
For those arriving by bike, there will be a free bike park available in the Event Village. You will be able to lock your bikes within this bike park for the duration of race day.
For travel and parking advice click here.
Will there be road closures in place?
Some road closures will be in operation to facilitate the safe passage of participants. A list of road closures to help plan your journey can be found here.
Will there be atmosphere around the route?
There will be a fantastic atmosphere in Cardiff, with spectators expected to turn out to support. Runners can expect an extra boost thanks to musical entertainment from ‘The Rock Choir’ along the route.
Will money be raised for charity?
Kidney Wales is the Lead Charity of the event, with over 120 runners fundraising to support patients affected by kidney disease all over Wales.
What else is going on?
Brecon Carreg are the headline sponsor of the event for the first time. They will be using their association with the race as a vehicle to promote recycling, sustainability and the fight against plastic waste and have recruited a 15 strong team of ‘ploggers’ (the act of litter picking whilst jogging) who will be taking part in the 10K, collecting litter as they go.
A Team Challenge will see 17 teams from companies including Five Guys, South Wales Police, Lab 22 (who are bringing a team of 60 runners), Captiva Spa and Burges Salmon go head-to-head.
Who organises the event?
The event is organised by Run 4 Wales (R4W), a not-for-profit social enterprise and charitable trust that manages major sporting events including the Cardiff Half Marathon, but the race would not be possible without the support of volunteers. A team of 100 ‘Extra Milers’ will be giving up their own time on race day to ensure every runner has an unforgettable experience.
What will runners receive when they finish the race?
Every 10K runner will receive a commemorative medal and event t-shirt upon finishing the race.
This year will feature the historic Cardiff Castle. The medal will form the final link in a matching set with medals given out at other 2024 events in the R4W 10K Series including the ABP Newport Wales 10K, Ogi Porthcawl 10K and Brecon Carreg Cardiff Bay 10K.
Can you track runners around the race?
The Run 4 Wales App on iOS and Android can be used to inspect the route pre-race and live track participants on the day with full Google maps functionality.
Find out more or download the app here.
Race Day Guide
A full lowdown of all the important event information can be found here.
If you’re taking part and have any questions or issues, the Event Helpdesk will be open from 07:30am in the Event Village on the City Hall Lawns on Sunday morning. Information about what to do if your race pack has not arrived can be found here.
