The Pendine Sands Races

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Come for a unique racing experience along the beautiful beach at Pendine Sands in Carmarthenshire, South West Wales. Open to all abilities, take on a 5k, 10k or half marathon, running solo or in a group. Expect stunning scenery as you complete this fantastic race.
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Half Marathon, 5k, Defer to 2026, and 3 more
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Sun, Apr 5, 2026
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Pendine, United Kingdom
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Where and when

Location
1 Sea View, Pendine, Carmarthen SA33 4NY, UK
Start times
Sunday, Apr 5, 2026
Half Marathon: TBC5k: TBCDefer to 2026: TBC10k: 12:00 AMMarathon: 12:00 AMUltra: 12:00 AM

Event summary

Here are the distances available for The Pendine Sands Races
Half Marathon
Distance
13.1mi
£35
5k
Distance
5km
£25
Defer to 2026
Distance
£15
10k
Distance
10km
£30

Route information

Race Overview:
The Pendine Sands Races include options for 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Marathon and ultra:
All of these races are Cup-Free, so please bring your own re-useable cup (available in our store).
The course:
The same course is utilised for all of the events, and is all on the beach. The course consists of a well marked out and back route 3.28 miles (5.28km) in distance.
5k details:
5k competitors simply run 2.5k down the beach and then turn and run back to the finish, concluding their 5k race.
10k details:
10k competitors will run a single out and back of the full course, meaning that competitors will cover a total of 10.5k.
Half Marathon details:
Half Marathon competitors will run two full out and backs to complete their race distance.
Marathon details:
Marathon competitors will run four out and backs to complete their race distance.
Ultra details:
Ultra competitors will have the opportunity to run five out and backs, giving a total distance of 32.8 miles.
The time limit for all races will be dependant on Tide Tables and will be notified at least two months prior to the race date.
You may think that running on the sand will be extremely difficult, but at Pendine the sands are home to the land speed record attempts made famous by the Blue Bird car. This means that generally the sand underfoot is quite firm and absolutely perfect for running on, especially for barefoot running.
Start / Finish times:
Please note – exact race start times will be notified nearer the event date, as we are governed by tide-tables which are provided to us by the Pendine Beach Warden.

What's included

  • Bespoke Pendine finisher's medal
  • Water stations
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How to get there

1 Sea View, Pendine, Carmarthen SA33 4NY, UK
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By Car
Pendine lies off of the A477 between Kilgetty and St Clears. It is a 29-minute drive from Carmarthen and a 58-minute drive from Milford Haven.
Parking
There is a pay and display carpark close to the start area. Parking will be limited so please car share where possible.

Event day logistics

Times for the Event will be sent via Email closer to the date. The time varies due to the tide.
A pre-race email will be out first week in April to advise start times.
Registration
Registration will be open on the day in the carpark by Barnacles Cafe. Look out for the Land Rover! This is where you will receive your race number.
Age Requirements
You will need to aged 16 or over to compete in the 5k and 10k. The half marathon is open to those 18 or over.
Water Stations
There will be 3 water stations on the course - one at the 5k turning point, one at the 10k turning point and one at the half marathon turning point.
Kit List
  • Backpack or equivalent
  • Ordnance Survey Map of the route (our downloadable maps are fine)
  • Route Directions
  • Compass or GPS device
  • Whistle
  • Mobile phone
  • First Aid Kit
  • Reusable cup for checkpoints and water stations

FAQs

What is the terrain like for the The Pendine Sands Races?
These races will be along the beach which is firm underfoot and makes for good running conditions.
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Do I have to run the The Pendine Sands Races?
Not at all, walkers can participate! There will be a 4 hour cut off time due to the tide table.
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How old do I have to be to take part in The Pendine Sands Races?
The 5k and 10k is open to those 16 and above and the half marathon is open to those 18 and above.
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