Running Events in Swansea, Wales

The Blake Runner Ultra Marathon is a 50km race like no other. See what SAS Selection really takes as you run, climb, slide and scramble your way around the inner most depth of the Brecon Beacon Mountains. The fully marked route is not for the faint hearted. But those who succeed will be rewarded with such prestige as they cross the finish line at the infamous old red phone box, the very place former SAS men have stood tall themselves.

Introducing the Tough Runner Trail Half Marathon, part of the first ever Tough Runner Trail Festival. Set to be one of the most exciting challenges in the UK this race will take you on a journey both mentally and physically through the beautiful surroundings of Afan Forest. Over the last few months, The team at Tough Runner UK have been working closely with Natural Resources Wales to develop a courses that are safe, fair and challenging.

Introducing the Tough Runner Trail Marathon, part of the first ever Tough Runner Trail Festival. Set to be an outstanding 26.2 mile course, this race will take you on a journey both mentally and physically through the beautiful surroundings of the epic Afan Forest Country Park. Over the last few months, The team at Tough Runner UK have been working closely with Natural Resources Wales to develop a courses that are safe, fun, challenging & extremely awesome!

The Admiral Swansea Bay 10k takes place along the beautiful and iconic sweep of Swansea Bay, open to all abilities aged 15+. The course is a firm favourite with both experienced and first time runners, as the fast and flat course is a perfect introduction to road running, and perfect for improving your personal best. All of this, combined with a great family atmosphere resulted in the race being named Best 10k in the Wales for the past two years in a row at The UK Running Awards.

Without doubt this is one of Wales' most scenic races and without doubt it is one of the cheapest half marathon offering all the participants the same if not more than some of the big city races.

The EDDUM A 50 mile challenge around the Epynt Way! Sponsored by MadDog BrewingCo, SC Sport Centre and Enduraprep.

The mostly untouched permissive path loops around the Sennybridge Training Area, the third largest military training area in the UK but have no worries, The MOD have made sure the area is safer than your own backyard! Keep your eyes peeled for the local mountain bikers, the experienced day hikers, the brute horses on the run and 1,000 shades of Green that will make you fall in love all over again.

We have taken our time to pick out only the most spectacular locations, and for pure beauty, Brechfa Forest in Carmarthenshire stood out by far as the most breath-taking place to host these events. Sign up now!

The Beacons 100 trail running tour of the Brecon Beacons National Park and the Black Mountains begins on the bank of the Usk River in the market town of Brecon. An area we absolutely adore due to its beautiful scenery, unforgiving terrain and challenging weather conditions!

Completion = 6 UTMB points for your efforts.

To enter the Beacons100 it is expected that you will have completed a minimum of one 40 mile trail event in the 2018/2019 season and you can navigate effectively. We will host free navigation and footcare seminars leading up the event so if you are unsure about your navigation ability don't let that put you off. We welcome runners and hikers alike.

Be aware that this is an incredibly tough adventure on remote trail...lots of peace and quiet!

The Gower Coastal Trail Races are three long distance events following the Wales Coastal Path around the Gower Peninsula.

Keeping it to 8km loops, were refining the route to include even more beautiful trail, tweaking the festival to give you the best post race chill out, and keeping it small and exclusive so the vibe stays electric. Therell be UTMB points for those solos and pairs hitting ultra distances, awesome trophies and medals plus loads more!

Starting on the bank of the Usk River in the market town of Brecon the Beacons 50 Ultra Marathon will take you on a journey across the Brecon Beacons and Black Mountains.

In a similar fashion to our winter event, the Beacons Ultra, you will find very tough terrain, changeable weather conditions and the finest support to get you to the finish line.

The Beacons 50 is an unmarked course and we will host a free recce/navigation day leading up to the event. We welcome runners and hikers alike!

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Gower was the first place in Britain to be designated an 'Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty' (AONB). The unique peninsula is a protected haven for some of the richest and most varied wildlife habitats in the UK. The coastal trails here are set against an awe-inspiring natural backdrop of cliff tops, downland, woodland, sand dunes and world famous beaches. This trail running paradise is very accessible from most parts of the UK.

The Gower Coastal Trail Races are three long distance events following the Wales Coastal Path around the Gower Peninsula.

The Gower Ultra 50 race is a complete 50 mile circumnavigation of the stunning Gower peninsula.

The Gower Ultra Bach (Little) follows the final 34 miles of Coast line from the small settlement of Llandimore to the Mumbles.

The Gower Trail Race follows the final 23 miles of the Gower Ultra route from Rhossili to Mumbles.

135+ miles in the footsteps of WW2 heroes who undertook a legendary training march from Ilfracombe to Bulford over 5 days as part of their training ahead of D-Day.

Race in this incredibly undulating yet rewarding ultra marathon starting in Caffyns Farm, Lynton. Great for experienced ultra runners, this course consists of challenging climbs and terrain. Come for the uphill battle and experience the rewarding feeling at the finish.