Winter Handicap Time Trials

Designed to level the running field, our Winter Handicap Time Trials are a friendly series of six monthly 5km races held over the winter season. The series starts in October and takes place as part of our Tuesday social runs, alternating between the Dolgellau and Bala areas.

Courses vary from flat and fast to more challenging hilly routes, so there is something for everyone. Each runner starts according to their 5km parkrun or personal best time, giving every member a genuine chance to compete for the win.

After each race, the fastest runners receive a time penalty for the following month, while the slowest runners gain a time advantage. Points are awarded each month, starting with 1 point for last place and increasing by 1 for each finishing position up to first place. The more runners who take part, the more points are available.

At the end of the six-race series, each runner’s points are added together to crown the overall champion — often the runner who has shown the greatest improvement across the season.

Previous Winners

2025/26: Kevin Evans

2024/25: Adele Fletcher