Sunday, 4 September 2022

CONFIRMED results for Road Series Race 5 @ Fairwater/Griffithstown 30/8/22

CONFIRMED results for Road Series Race 5 @ Fairwater/Griffithstown are now available by clicking on the website link below :

Race 5 Fairwater/Griffithstown Results

If you wish to access the interactive version of the category results then please click the below link:

INTERACTIVE RACE CATEGORY

INTERACTIVE SERIES TOTAL

ROAD & XC SERIES TOTAL

ROAD & XC SERIES GENDER TOTAL


Friday, 26 August 2022

GLCL 2022 ROAD RACE FINALE

 

GLCL 2022 ROAD RACE FINALE

Date : Tuesday 30th August 2022,

Venue : The Olive Tree, North Fields, Cwmbran NP44 2JJ,

Hosts : Jointly hosted by Fairwater Runners Cwmbran and Griffithstown Harriers.

Time : Race starts 07:30pm.

Distance : Race distance approx. 5.4 miles.


On behalf of Fairwater Runners Cwmbran and Griffithstown Harriers, welcome to the fifth and final road race of the 2022 GLCL Series, at The Olive Tree, Cwmbran.

Thanks to everyone working behind the scenes throughout The 2022 GLCL Road Race Series;  Emma King , Marc Cross, Paul Dodd and others.

Thanks to our race officials for this event; Chris Vorres and Mike Heare.

Thanks to all the event marshals and helpers.

CAR PARKING: (see location and parking map attached)

Car parking is very limited at The Olive Tree and will be prioritised for race officials and organisers, therefore you are requested to use one of the other free car parks close by; Cwmbran Station, 5 mins walk to The Olive Tree, Morrisons Supermarket (note 2 hour limit), 5 mins walk to The Olive Tree, Cwmbran town centre, 10 min. walk to The Olive Tree.


TOILET FACILITIES

Toilets facilities are available in The Olive Tree. Thanks to everyone at The Olive Tree for their cooperation with this event.

RACE NUMBER / TIMING CHIPS

Remember you must wear your race number and timing chip; no timing chip means you are not recorded at the finish and you will not score individual or team points. If you require a number/timing chip please discuss with your club captain.

RACE GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The race takes place on public footpaths with other users also enjoying the area, please be aware of walkers, cyclists, dog walkers etc. run with appropriate caution.

Most of the route is on tarmac path within North Fields, although the lap around the playing fields and the section that passes under the road bridge to and from South Fields is on grass paths where the surface is uneven and extra care is required. Marshals will direct you to run on which side when you pass under the road bridge, the section under the bridge has runners in both directions.

Some of the route is outside the North Fields and South Fields areas and is run on public road areas that are open to traffic. You must stay on the pavement and not run on the road. There will be other members of the public using the pavements, run with appropriate caution.

Marshals are positioned around the course at road junctions etc. and will assist with advising when safe to cross a junction.

When you finish and leave the finish funnel please leave as directed via the path around the back of The Olive Tree building and do not return to the finish area, thereby avoiding your timing chip being recorded more than once.

First aid is provided by St. John Ambulance, if you require assistance make a marshal aware and first aid will be notified.

ROUTE: (see run route map attached)

Starting at the far end of the footpath, run pass The Olive Tree and follow the path right, continue on path until directed to turn right off the tarmac footpath and onto the grass path that laps the playing fields in a clockwise direction, you pass through the start & finish area, pass The Olive Tree, follow the path right and continue on the tarmac footpath, pass the location where you previously lapped the playing field and continue until directed off the tarmac path straight onto the grass path that leads under the road bridge into South Fields, continue on grass path through South Fields until directed to turn left towards the tarmac footpath and turn left to join the footpath towards the road bridge, leave the tarmac footpath and turn slightly left to join the grass path then turn right to pass under the road bridge back to North Fields, continue on grass path straight ahead then turn right to join the tarmac footpath that takes you pass the skate park and through the open gateway out of North Fields and turn left onto Llanfrechfa Way, continue on pavement,  turning left up Llanyravon Way, continue to the top of Llanyravon Way and turn left onto Turnpike Road, continue on Turnpike Road, stay on pavement at all times straight ahead at roundabout and continue until left turn down Woodland Road, continue to the bottom of Woodland Road until directed to turn left onto tarmac river path, continue to the end of the river path, turn right onto Llanfrechfa Way then right towards North Fields, through open gateway, into North Fields, stay on tarmac footpath all the way until turning left in front of The Olive Tree, passing the building and finishing straight ahead on the grass on your righthand side.


RISK ASSESSMENT: (see full risk assessment document attached)

Risk assessment bullet points :

·        Other users on footpaths : take appropriate caution

·        Uneven surface on grass path sections : take extra care

·        Public road sections open to traffic : stay on pavement

·        Road junctions : marshal will assist when safe to cross

·        Route directions : observe run route arrows and marshal instructions














Sunday, 7 August 2022

CONFIRMED results for Road Series Race 4 @ Lliswerry 2/8/22

 


 CONFIRMED results for Road Series Race  4 @ Lliswerry are now available by clicking on the website link below :

Race 4 Lliswerry Results

If you wish to access the interactive version of the category results then please click the below link:

INTERACTIVE RACE CATEGORY LINK

INTERACTIVE SERIES TOTAL LINK

Sunday, 10 July 2022

CONFIRMED results for Road Series Race 3 @ Pontypool 5/7/22

 CONFIRMED results for Road Series Race  3 @ Pontypool are now available by clicking on the website link below :

Race 3 Pontypool Results

If you wish to access the interactive version of the category results then please click the below link:

INTERACTIVE RACE CATEGORY LINK

INTERACTIVE SERIES TOTAL LINK

Sunday, 26 June 2022

CONFIRMED results for Road Series Race 2 @ Parc Bryn Bach 21/06/2022

CONFIRMED results for Road Series Race  2 @ Parc Bryn Bach are now available by clicking on the website link below :

Race 2 Parc Bryn Bach Results

If you wish to access the interactive version of the category results then please click the below link:

INTERACTIVE RACE CATEGORY LINK

INTERACTIVE SERIES TOTAL LINK

Monday, 20 June 2022

GLCL 2021/22 XC SERIES AWARDS PRESENTATION

After GLCL 2022 Road Race 2, Tues. 21st June at Parc Bryn Bach, there will be a presentation for individual category winners & runners up and winning teams of the GLCL 2021/22 XC Series.



Monday, 6 June 2022

GLCL Road Race Series 2022 - Race 2, Tues 21st June, Parc Bryn Bach.

 

Many thanks to all at Parc Bryn Bach Running Club and Howard Attwood for compiling this information.


GLCL Road Series: Fixture 2 of 5

Venue: Parc Bryn Bach, Merthyr Road, Tredegar, NP22 3AY.
Date : Tues. 21 June 2022
Hosts : Parc Bryn Bach Running Club
Start Time : 7:30pm

1. Overview
2. Venue Location
3. Parking
4. Race Logistics
5. GLCL Cross Country Awards

1. Overview
Parc Bryn Bach Running Club warmly invites all GLCL Member clubs to the second road league fixture for 2022 which is being held in the beautiful surroundings of Parc Bryn Bach, Tredegar on Tuesday 21st June 2022. Race starts at 7.30 pm prompt.
2. Venue
The venue for the fixture is Parc Bryn Bach, Merthyr Road, Tredegar, NP22 3AY.
3.Parking
Parking for all runners and spectators will be at the Tafarnaubach Industrial Estate located just past the entrance gates to the parc, over the bridge and past the first roundabout. This is an approx. 10-15 minute walk from the start line. PLEASE DO NOT PARK ON THE ROAD LEADING TO THE MAIN PARC ENTRANCE (MERTHYR ROAD) OR ON THE BRIDGE OVER THE HEADS OF THE VALLEYS DUAL CARRIAGEWAY. IN THE EVENT OF ANY CARS PARKING ON THE ROAD OR THE BRIDGE, THE POLICE COULD SUSPEND THE EVENT.
4.Race Logistics
Headphones
In accordance with UKA Rule 240 S 5, the wearing of headphones, or similar devices, is not permitted in this race. Non-compliance will result in the disqualification of the athlete and if deemed necessary a points penalty against the offending club.
The Race
The race start will be adjacent to the Golf Driving Range, located several hundred meters along the first right turn as you enter the Parc gates with the course heading west for an almost complete loop of the golf course before runners will be directed right towards the lake for an almost a full lap of the lake. You will encounter speed bumps on the road that encircles the lake, be mindful of them - there will be signs to alert you. Marshalls will direct runners back for a second lap of the golf course and when nearing the bottom of the last downhill section of the golf course, runners will this time be directed left towards the finish which will be found a few meters past the start line. Please be aware that the finish is on gravel and maybe slightly uneven. Having crossed the finishing line, please move away from the finishing area to prevent any unnecessary crowding and potential problems with the chipped timing system. All runners are encouraged NOT to go back onto the course to assist other runners to the finish which could present hazards to other finishers and again potentially effect the chipped timing results.
First Aid
St John Ambulance will be in attendance for the duration of the race.
Water Stations
In line with established GLCL practice, the provision of water is the responsibility of you and your Team Managers. Bring your own! In the event of exceptionally hot weather conditions water will be provided at the finish. Drinks will be available for purchase in the Visitor’s Centre.
Facilities
You will have access to toilets and showers in the Visitor’s centre, however, there is a charge for the use of showers, both are located at the rear of the building.
5. The GLCL Cross Country Awards are being made after the race at the Visitor Centre, located by the lake.


LOCATION : Parc Bryn Bach, Merthyr Road, Tredegar, NP22 3AY

COURSE MAP