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Organiser
Thrive Athlete
We are proud to host this unique endurance challenge in the Garden Route!
Run The Farm is a 12-hour endurance race.
7 November 2026
06H00-18H00
The race takes place at Herold Wines Farm, a stunning wine farm with Craddock Peak as the backdrop. One loop and twelve hours... Do you have what it takes to Run The Farm? This is a great event if you want to start running ultra distances.
Not an Ultra Athlete? We are also doing a fun run on the day.
Race Categories:
Option 1: Individual
Accumulate as many laps as possible in 12 hours. Perfect for endurance athletes chasing a 12-hour personal best. Set your goal. Manage your strategy. Test your limits.
Option 2: Team of 2
Accumulate as many laps as possible between the two athletes. You can alternate or run together; the winner is the team with the most laps done after the 12 hours. Perfect if you want to run with your partner or a friend.
Option 3: Team of 4
Accumulate as many laps as possible between your team members. You can alternate or run together; the winner is the team with the most laps done after the 12 hours. Perfect if you are a group of friends or a corporate team that want to come and have some fun.
Option 4: Fun Run/Walk
Saturday Morning 7:30AM - Come support the ultra-athletes and be part of the atmosphere!
Course
• Trail Run: 5km
Check-in, Briefing, Start & Prize Giving
Check-in will take place between 05H00 - 05H45.
Race Briefing will take place at 05H40 - 05H50.
The 12-hour challenge will start at 06H00.
Fun Run registration starts at 06H30
Fun Run briefing starts at 07H20
Fun Run starts at 07H30 (cut of time of 2 hours) Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place
Prize giving and lucky draw at 18H10
Race Rules
• Competitors may not leave the course until the loop is complete
• No non-competitors allowed on course
(Fun Run/Ride participants may complete their one lap)
• Slower athletes/fun run athletes must allow faster competitors to pass
Timing
This event is not about lap times — it’s about the total laps you do
The objective is simple: Who can run the furthers in 12 hours.
Winner & Results
• The winner is the individual and team that completed the most laps in the 12 hours.
• Distances completed by each athlete will be tracked.
Runners will have access to:
- A designated start/finish area for refueling, hydrating, and resting between loops. (No water station on the route)
- A shared hangout area is available for participants and supporters.
- A community-driven atmosphere where every participant, whether first-time ultra-runner or seasoned athlete, is welcomed and supported.
What’s included in your entry:
- Shared hangout spot at the race village
- Access to start/finish area between loops
- Aid station and race support
- Marked & Prepared Mountain Trail
- Medical Support
- Finishers Medal only for 12-hour Challenge athletes
Race Village
Participants are allowed to setup their gazebos and tents on the Friday before the race. Venues have toilet facility no showers, but there is a natural pool to cool off in. Vendors will be available for supporters and participants to support.
Sports Massage Station
There will be a qualified sport massage therapist on the day. Pre-bookings are advised because there are only limited spots available, book directly through email [email protected]
Event Merchandise
Branded caps will be available to purchase on the day.
This event supports team entries for certain classes. Team sizes range from 2 - 4 participants per team.
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Classes and pricing
Available classes for the event
| Class | Distance | Start Time | Price (pp) |
|---|---|---|---|
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RTF- Individual
This entry includes access to run 12-hour challenge, race pack & finisher medal |
5 km | 06:00 | R 725.00 Early Bird |
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RTF - Teams of 2
This entry includes access to run 12-hour challenge as a team of two, race pack & finisher medal |
5 km | 06:00 | R 550.00 Early Bird |
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RTF- Teams of 4
This entry includes access to run 12-hour challenge as a team of four, race pack & finisher medal |
5 km | 06:00 | R 300.00 Early Bird |
|
RTF - Fun Run
This entry includes access for 1 lap of the route. Dogs on leashes welcome. |
5 km | 07:30 | R 50.00 Early Bird |
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Event location
Herold Wines, Herold
| Route information | Please note there are road works, please allow for a 10-15 minute delay in travel time to and from event. |
| Coordinates | -33.8635915, 22.4688864 |
| Address | Montague Pass Afguns river Herold, 6615, South Africa |
| City | Herold |
| Province | Western Cape |
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