Our event, one of the most scenic trail races in Britain, is held around the spectacular beauty spot of Devil’s Bridge which is about 20km East of Aberystwyth in West Wales. Devil’s Bridge is famous for its narrow gauge railway, the Mynach Waterfalls, the three bridges and ‘The Arch’ which is the watershed to the…
RACE INFO / GWYBODAETH RAS
Registration opens at 9:30am on race day and closes 15 minutes before the relevant event start time. The Red Kite Challenge headquaters are located at the Woodlands Caravan Park on the edge of Devil’s Bridge, three miles from Ponterwyd on the A44 which is itself 12 miles inland from Aberystwyth. For SATNAV users the postcode…
CHARITIES
The Red Kite Challenge is a non-profit organisation, with any funds raised going to support our local hospital. Since 2003, The Red Kite Challenge team have managed to raise over £20,000 for our local hospital, Bronglais. But we don’t want to stop there! Your continued support is very much appreciated. We are always on the look…
FIND US
The race location, Devil’s Bridge, is a world famous tourist attraction 12 miles from Aberystwyth in mid west Wales. The Red Kite Challenge headquaters are located at the Woodlands Caravan Park on the edge of Devil’s Bridge, three miles from Ponterwyd on the A44 which is itself 12 miles inland from Aberystwyth. For SATNAV users the…
RESULTS / CANLYNIADAU
Click on the links below to view previous Red Kite Challenge race results. Some are available as web links, others as spreadsheet or text files. Well done to all who have completed the Red Kite Challenge! 2023 Canlyniadau Hanner Marathon 2023 (Provisional) 10k(Provisonal) Ieuenctid Dan 13 oed / Juniors Under 13s Ieuenctid Dan 15 oed…
PLACES TO STAY
Are you travelling from afar and are looking for somewhere to stay? Below are a few suggestions. Woodlands Caravan Park is in fact the location of the race HQ, but there are additional accommodation options all available within a short journey to the race location. Woodlands Caravan Park Erwbarfe Farm Caravan Park Hafod Hotel Tynrhyd…
SPONSORS / NODDWYR
Organised entirely voluntarily, the Red Kite Challenge would not be possible without the goodwill of local landowners; the help of a number of volunteers; the hard work of the organising committee; and not least of all, the support of our sponsors. If you are interested in sponsoring the Red Kite Challenge, please get in touch…
RAS YR HAFOD
Part of the Red Kite Challenge series, Ras yr Hafod is another stunning trail race situated at the nearby Hafod Estate. The races take place a few days after the Red Kite Challenge, on Wednesday 4th of May. Much like its sister event, Ras yr Hafod will treat you to some truly picturesque landscapes, situated…