- Run
- Bike
- Kayak
- Special stage
Joe & Kim
Event Directors
Venue Address
Henderson Hall Village Hub, Penpentre, Talybont on Usk, Powys, LD3 7YQ
Brecon Beacons Two-Day Event Details
Our 2026 Summer Series Two-Day event returns to the brilliant Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) – a spectacular area with a course to challenge and then some! Set in a spectacular location, expect brilliant trails for running and biking and a real test for the legs!
You can take a look at our video for an idea of what to expect.
We are also running a one-day option on the Saturday, details here.
An overview of the stages is below:
| Trio Masters | Trio Novice | Duo | |
| Saturday | 6 hour (trio) | 5 hour (trio) | 5 hour (duo) |
| Saturday evening | 2 hour (run) | 1 hour (run) | 2 hour (run) |
| Sunday | 5 hour (duo + special stage) | 4 hour (duo + special stage) | 5 hour (duo + special stage) |
Trio = run, bike & kayak; duo = run & bike, special stage = a unique experience (all special equipment provided)
Your event ticket includes three hot meals (vegan or meat options available) after the events on the Saturday and Sunday.
A 20% discount is available for children aged 16 and under on event day. Please complete our child policy form here prior to signing up to receive the discount code.
Camping (including vans/camper vans) is available at the venue for an additional cost of £10 per person per night. Tickets can be selected at check-out or by emailing us.
Supporter tickets are also available and include camping on Friday and Saturday night and three hot meals (vegan or meat options available) on the Saturday and Sunday afternoon. It is also possible for supporters to take part in events ‘a-la-carte’ – please email us for further details. Supporter tickets can be selected at check-out.
Looking for bike hire? It’s available from Cyclexperience from £64 here.
Further details of our events, event format and what’s included.
We look forward to seeing you in June for a weekend of adventure!
Kim and Joe
Solos & Teams
Take part on your own or as a team of 2, 3 or 4 people
Score format
No fixed route or minimum distances, you are in control of how far you run, bike and kayak within the time limit
Kayaks provided
Sit-on-top kayaks, paddles and buoyancy aids are all provided
Bike hire available
You can hire a bike, if needed
Key Features
Questars adventure races give you the option to run, bike and kayak.
We give you a map with all the run, bike and kayak checkpoints marked on and you see how many you can visit within the time limit. You choose which checkpoints to visit and in what order. The time spent and distance covered on each discipline is up to you.
All kayak equipment is provided and bike hire is available, if needed. So all you need to take part is a pair of running shoes – and a sense of adventure! (plus a bit of mandatory safety kit!)
Take on the challenge of this adventure race on your own or team up with friends/family and go around together.
You can take part:
- on your own
- in a team of 2, 3 or 4 people
Teams who wish to be competitive must remain together for the duration of the race i.e. all team members do each discipline together (it is not a relay race).
Questars adventure races are challenging for everyone, irrespective of your ability or previous experience.
On average, a quarter of participants at a Questars event have never done an adventure race before. So if you are a complete beginner you will not be alone!
If you are an experienced adventure racer, expect some stiff competition. From Olympic medalists to Adventure Racing World Champions, we have had them all take part. We regularly attract international racers to our events as well.
Every participant needs a bike (unless you enter the run-only event).
We recommend that you use a mountain bike as these are best suited to deal with the broadest range of off-road terrain and trail conditions that you might encounter. You can either bring your own or hire one from our official provider.
You are welcome to use a different type of bike (e.g. cyclocross, gravel, e-bike, etc) if you want to, as long as:
- it is designed to be used off-road (slick tyres are not allowed)
- you understand and accept that it may not be as suitable as a mountain bike and may therefore hinder your progress
Anyone using an e-bike must declare this before they start and will be classified as non-competitive.
Facilities
Car Parking
Onsite parking at the venue for participants
Indoor Shelter
Hall providing large indoor space and shelter
Event Catering
Hot and cold food and drinks available onsite
Event Facilities
Toilet, showers and changing areas
Timetable
Bike Hire
- 1 x 9/10 speed Hardtail MTB
- Helmet (on request)
- Tools/pump (on request)
- Puncture protection
- Collect at the event
- Return at the finish
- On-site support
- Damage waiver
Bikes for the event can be hired from Cyclexperience and collected from the event base on the day.
Cyclexperience have been providing a bike hire service at Questars adventure races for over 15 years now. They are offering the usual package for Questars participants which includes delivery, onsite support, post-ride maintenance and cleaning.
Hire bikes must be booked in advance. Booking early is strongly recommended to ensure availability.
