Race the Train
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Race the Train (Welsh: Râs y Tren) is an annual cross country running event that takes place in Tywyn, Mid Wales. The race is organised by Tywyn Rotary Club, and attracts runners from all over the world.[1] In the main event, runners compete to beat a steam train on the preserved Talyllyn Railway over a distance of 14 miles (23 km). The event has featured both in local and national media, including the BBC's Countryfile programme.[2]
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Race the Train | |
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Location | Tywyn, Wales |
Event type | cross-country |
Distance | 14 miles (23 km) |
Course records | 1 hour 18 minutes |
Official site | Race the Train |
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