Epona 100 Run Camp – Epona 100

Prepare yourself

for a weekend of adventure in the heart of the Black Mountains!

Three
Runs

Two
Guest Speakers

One
Weekend

Join us for a Run Camp in the mountains and on the trails of Epona 100

Save the date: April 11th to 13th 2025

Whether you’re a first-timer or an old hand at the 100 mile distance, we encourage you to join us in the Black Mountains for an informative look at one of the country’s most scenic 100 milers. Group training runs — both day and night — will familiarise you with key sections of the course, and discussion sessions with trail running experts will help you get the most out of your Epona 100 experience.

Accommodation is included for 2025!

The Epona 100 Run Camp is made up of three invaluable training runs on the Epona 100 course

Day 01

10 Miles

The overly excited kinda day. An evening shake out on the Epona 100 route.

2,500FT ELEVATION GAIN

Day 02

10 Miles

Some much needed course experience, ending up in the town of Crickhowell.

2,000FT ELEVATION GAIN

Day 03

10 Miles

The tired leg kinda day. More hills, more trails, more hills, more experience.

2,500FT ELEVATION GAIN

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With THREE invaluable training experiences on the actual Epona 100 course, this Run Camp is a great tool for getting the most out of your Epona 100 experience. Until September 1st 2024 we are offering a special discounted rate for our early bird Run Camp runners to sign up to the Epona 100. Sign up today for £250.00. After September 1st 2024 the price will go back to its usual cost of £300.00.

JOIN THE EPONA RUN CAMP

Run Camp Entry Fee

The entry fee for the Run Camp is an early bird special of £250.00 until September 1st 2024. After this date the cost will go up to £300.00. Included in your entry fee will be your accommodation for two nights, THREE guided trail runs, TWO talks / discussions with trail running experts and event team, shuttle buses, breakfast (Saturday & Sunday), lunch (Saturday), dinner (Friday & Saturday), expert guides, experienced, dedicated and bloody awesome crew members plus race organisers who have been working in the industry since 2012.

Accommodation

You will be hosted in our beautifully renovated bunkhouse in the heart of the Black Mountains. Please note; Accommodation is included for the Friday and Saturday night.

What to bring

This Run Camp experience has been crafted for you to test yourself and your kit on the official Epona 100 course. We’d recommend bringing with you the kit you plan on using during the event. It’s also the perfect opportunity to get to know your fellow runners and learn from them.

As a start, you should bring; running shoes, plenty of socks, alternative shoes, shorts, gloves, hats, headlamp, base layer, waterproof, hat, sunglasses, running pack, sun cream (yes we have sun in Wales), water bottles, trekking poles, your planned nutrition for the event.

What to expect

We need to manage your expectations. This experience is non competitive. It is about getting to know the Epona 100 course. It is about getting to know your fellow runner. Build the knowledge and build the relationships that will stand the test of a 100 miler.

The Epona 100 Run Camp will be an enjoyable experience. You can run at your own pace during the trail runs. You can test your abilities however you want to. We’ll be there for you throughout with our event team, expert guides and special guest speakers leading the two informative talks / discussions.

FRIDAY
17:00 to 18:00 – Runner check in at the Epona HQ
18:00 to 18:30 – Run Camp Kick Off, Guide Introductions
18:30 to 19:30 – Guest Speaker & “Tackling the Epona 100” Talk
19:30 to 20:00 – Load the shuttles and head for the start of the run
20:00 to 00:00 – 10 Mile Night Time Trail run / hike on the Epona 100 route
23:00 to 00:30 – Late night pizza at the Epona 100 HQ

SATURDAY
06:30 to 08:00 – Breakfast Served
08:00 to 08:30 – Load the shuttles and head for the start of the run
08:30 to 17:30 – 10 Mile Day Time Trail run on the Epona 100 route
12:30 to 15:30 – Lunch served at Epona HQ
15:30 to 19:00 – Ice baths, breathe work & down time at Epona HQ
19:00 to 21:30 – Dinner, second guest speaker
21:30 to 22:30 – Get to know your fellow runners, ask questions to the experts and socialise

SUNDAY
07:00 to 08:30 – Breakfast Served
08:30 to 09:00 – Load the shuttles and head for the start of the run
09:00 to 16:00 – 10 Mile Day Time Trail run on the Epona 100 route
12:00 to 16:00 – Best wishes and farewells.

The Routes

This invaluable experience has been designed to get you ready for the Epona 100. The routes and trail runs we have chosen have been designed to test your body, test your skills, test your kit and test your ability to tame the Epona 100. We’ve included a fair chunk of elevation with lots of runnable sections, some amazing view points and an overall weekend that will give you a new found level of confidence on the course. From night running to early bird sunrises, we’ve covered all bases when it comes to the Epona 100 Run Camp.

Check out the race route here

What to expect once you sign up?

A friendly confirmation email from Let’s Do This will be sent to the email address you registered with.
The next time you will hear from us (directly) will be in the form of an email 8 weeks before the Run Camp, then another email 4 weeks before the Run Camp and a final email 2 weeks before the Run Camp.

Alas that isn’t the last communication – please keep an eye on your mobile for a phone call from our Race Director a couple of days before the Run Camp is due to take place – don’t worry you haven’t done anything wrong, it’s a peace of mind call to make sure you’re ready for the big weekend!

We’re not promising you an easy weekend. My goodness there is a total elevation gain of 7,000 ft over the three runs. But please know – this is very much an invaluable experience that will set you up for the Epona 100.

Sponsors of the Epona 100

I’ve run 3 times with Pegasus Ultra Running and each time I’ve felt so supported, looked after and encouraged. From personal touches like a phonecall from the RD, no cut offs, no judgement. All runners/walkers welcomed. The best marshal’s and incredible aid stations. sign me up for more next year I’m in

Issy Evans

I don’t know where to start. It’s the first time I’ve left a review for something that has impacted my life so much. I can’t recommend this event enough. The organisation is outstanding. The support from the race director Rhys is unbelievable. The lasting memories I’ve made during the event leave me lost for words. If you’re looking for a 200mile Ultra Marathon, don’t look anywhere else. I genuinely believe the support these guys offer is another level to anyone else, they will fill you with confidence and surround you by support.

Matt Flynn

Fantastic event that is totally made by the superb organisation and the amazing crew of volunteers.
The Epona is a tough event which you would expect for a 100 miler but the payoff is out of this world.
The views on the course are simply breathtaking but this pales next to the complete support of Rhys and the rest of the crew. I felt special at every single moment of this race right from the pre race phonecall, registration and pre race briefing through every checkpoint and right to the finish line, nothing was too much for the crew no matter the time of the day.

Jason Ahmed

Prepare yourself

for a weekend of adventure in the heart of the Black Mountains!

Three Runs

Two Guest Speakers

One Weekend

Join us for a Run Camp in the mountains and on the trails of Epona 100

Save the date: April 11th to 13th 2025

Accommodation is included for 2025!

The Epona 100 Run Camp is made up of three invaluable training runs on the Epona 100 course

Day 01

10 Miles

Day 02

10 Miles

Day 03

10 Miles

Sign up today and save…

Run Camp Entry Fee

Accommodation

What to bring

What to expect

The Routes

What to expect once you sign up?

Sponsors of the Epona 100

Three
Runs

Two
Guest Speakers

One
Weekend