The Cat’s Back fell race a.k.a. Ras Crib y Garth is an established fell race on one of the classic ridges of the Black Mountains. The race starts in the Monnow Valley from The Cattle Barn at Tybubach, Craswall, Herefordshire (formerly known as 'Mountain Mayhem'). It climbs steeply on footpaths to follow a marked route through farmland and pockets of woodland before reaching the base of the ridge at the Cat’s Back car park. From this point on runners are on the open fell traversing around Black Hill on tracks and open country to get to CP 1. Runners then run up to the diagonal ascending track to reach the ridge at CP 2 (north of the trig point), before a turn south past the trig and a fast descent following the classic ridgeline of old red sandstone all the way back to the start field
Some of the ground is rocky and technical so this event is not suitable for novice fell runners. Full kit* must be carried and appropriate fell shoes should be worn.
If you are in anyway unsure whether this event is for you and wish to discuss what skills/experience are required please email the RO: mike.fawcett@longtownmrt.org.uk
The course will be partially marked and marshalled by volunteers from Longtown Mountain Rescue Team. A donation will be made to Longtown MRT from race proceeds.
The race starts and finishes on private property. Any recce runs must stick to the public footpaths.
Fabian 4 chip timing will be used. The race is run under WFRA* rules – Category AM / PM. Over 16’s only. All competitors run at their own risk!
