Multiple generations came out in force last week to cheer on and enjoy the spectacle of the Pontfaen YFC Illuminated Tractor and 4x4 Run.

Hundreds of people lined the route on Wednesday evening to see a fleet of tractors donned in Christmas lights travel through Merthyr Cynog, Upper Chapel, Pontfaen, Cradoc, Pwllgloyw, Groesffordd and Brecon, as the festive season was well and truly brought into town.

The impressive turnout is testament to the hard work put in by organisers, sponsors and the wider community.

The event raised money for Wales Air Ambulance and The DPJ Foundation, the mental health farming charity.

The current total stands at £5,000 - and counting.

Dan Lydiate awarded the best dressed tractor to Liam Powell for his incredible illuminated tractor, together with an inflatable Father Christmas on the front, cutting through the darkness like its own Spirit of Ecstasy.

The best dressed driver and passenger award was won by Gerwyn Rees and Ann Davies.

The run has since been hailed as “one of the best events ever” by a Brecon resident.

Hundreds of spectators lined the streets to cheer on the event last week, which is now in its second year.

Pontfaen YFC have thanked McCartneys LLP for allowing the run to start at Brecon Livestock Market.

At the market, Raiff Devlin welcomed Mr Gethin Havard, Brecknock YFC County President, who introduced the judge Dan Lydiate, Welsh rugby international and mid Wales farmer.

Dan had the incredibly difficult task of choosing a winner among an array of fantastically decorated vehicles.

Each tractor was adorned with intricate light displays, ranging from colourful geometric patterns to elaborate scenes depicting holiday traditions.

As Dan walked down the line of tractors, he marvelled at the creativity and hard work put into each one.

It was a tough decision, but after much consideration, Dan ultimately awarded the top prize to Liam Powell.

The crowd cheered as the proud owner of the winning tractor was presented with the cup by Dan and vouchers donated by Wynnstay.

It was a truly memorable evening with the best decorated 4x4 going to Llywela Lewis.

The best dressed driver and passenger was won by Gerwyn Rees and Ann Davies, winning items donated by the DPJ Foundation.

The tractor run was a resounding success this year thanks to the hard work and dedication of the tractor drivers who participated.

These dedicated individuals spent countless hours decorating their tractors with light displays, turning the tractors into works of art. The tractors were a sight to behold as they paraded through Brecon and the surrounding areas.

The drivers should be commended for their efforts, which helped to create a festive and memorable atmosphere for all who attended.

The success of the tractor run is a testament to the passion and creativity of these dedicated individuals.

Sincere thanks must go to Jo Evans, Grant Community Champion from Morrisons, for donating food for the drivers and passengers.

The Club would like to thank the following sponsors for their generous support of the event; Bbi Group, Caleb Roberts Insurance Services, Caroline’s Real Bread Company, Clee Tompkinson & Francis, Cradoc Golf Club, Hills Brecon, Ivor Duggan & Sons, AV Griffiths & Son, JHS Training, LBS Builders Merchants, Lyndon R Jones Heating Services Ltd, Morgan’s Family Butchers, Penmaenau Bars, Phil Davies Haulage Ltd, Pixelhaze, Ted Hopkins, The Strand Café, Builth Wells, Wigwam Brecon, Woodland Davies Solicitors, Youngs of Brecon.

Cllr Iain Mcintosh said: “It’s been another fantastic evening watching the second Tractor Run event organised by Pontfaen YFC!

“It’s always great to see the community getting together on occasions like this, and like last year, this brought people out onto their doorsteps all the way from Merthyr Cynog and Upper Chapel, through Pontfaen, Cradoc, Pwllgloyw and Groesffordd, into Brecon.

“Everyone at Pontfaen YFC deserves a massive thank you for organising this event again, and that goes to all the local businesses who have helped to raise money by sponsoring the event too.”

A Brecon resident wrote: “I would like to say that your tractor run was absolutely brilliant. Goodness knows how many hours it took to put the event together. I have lived in Brecon all my life (72 years)! And this is on of the best events that I have ever seen.”

Father Christmas also brought a welcome smile to the children and handed out gifts to those gathered at Brecon High School Car Park. Brecon Town Council kindly donated the gifts for Father Christmas to distribute.

The evening concluded with a raffle. The Club would like to thank all members who donated prizes, as well as the following businesses for giving prizes; The Wheelwright Arms, RWAS Ltd, New Holland Agriculture, Celtic Manor, Carrs Billington, Hopkins Machinery, Hay & Brecon Farmers and Hills of Brecon.

The club would like to thank Maureen and staff at Brecon Market Café and Anne and staff at the Strand Café, Builth Wells for selling over £500 of raffle tickets.

Club Secretary, Sian Healey, proposed a vote of thanks in gratitude to everyone who had helped in any way to make the event such a huge success.

If anyone would like to donate to the tractor run and support the charities the Wales Air Ambulance and The DPJ Foundation books project, please email for details: [email protected]