Marathons in Wales

The ABP Newport Marathon Festival is a thrilling festival of running and one of the most exciting days on the Welsh sporting calendar. The marathon boasts one of the flattest courses in Europe and has been named in a list of ’10 of the fastest marathons in the world’ by Runners World.If you’re not up to the challenge of 26.2 miles, there’s also fun half marathon and mile race options to choose from. The races take in iconic landmarks, the city’s modern riverfront and International Sports Village as well as the stunning natural scenery and coastal wildlife of the nearby Gwent Levels. Come claim a PB and an epic finishers medal!Mae Gŵyl Marathon Casnewydd ABP yn ffefryn cadarn ar galendr rhedeg Cymru, gydag un o’r cyrsiau marathon mwyaf gwastad yn y DU. Mae’r llwybr yn dilyn tirnodau eiconig fel Pont Gludo’r ddinas ac mae yno olygfeydd godidog o Wastadeddau Gwent – gyda bywyd gwyllt y môr a phentrefi canoloesol hyfryd. Mae’r rasys hanner marathon a 10K hwyliog a chyflym sy’n cyd-fynd â’r marathon yn rhoi cyfle i redwyr o bob gallu gymryd rhan heb ymrwymo i’r pellter heriol o 26.2 milltir.

2025 ABP Newport Marathon Festival

Run 4 Wales

Taking place over 3 days, this triathlon festival takes place in beautiful and challenging terrain, and has become a firm favourite in the triathlon community. Join talented and beginner athletes alike in one of Europe's biggest multi-sport weekends.

The Long Course Weekend – Wales

Activity Wales Events

All abilities are welcome in the award winning MBNA Chester Marathon, the 3x winner of the UK's best marathon (up to 5,000 runners). The event is the final race in the Chester Triple Medal series (enter and finish our 10K & Half Marathon in the same year for extra special, extra large and extra gold medal).The MBNA Chester Marathon is a great introductory race for new marathon runners and an ideal stepping stone for runners looking for more than a half marathon. We are the UK’s only international marathon from the historic Roman/Medieval international destination City of Chester, and host the England Athletics Age Group Masters Marathon Championship adding to an already unforgettable atmosphere.WHATEVER YOUR REASON FOR RUNNING, WE'RE HERE TO HELP YOU ACHIEVE GREATNESS

MBNA Chester Marathon

Active Leisure Events

Take on this extraordinary running challenge from Prestatyn seafront all the way to some of wales' fantastic summits. Compete in either the 32 miles, a Half Marathon, or a Marathon to tackle some fantastic hills, this will certainly be an experience that you'll always remember.

Sea 2 Summit - Offas Dyke Half/Full/Ultra

OutFit

Take part in one of Europe's biggest multi-sport weekends with the Veloforte Wales Marathon. The scenic route taking out to Pembroke and back offers amazing views, and will be sure to have you racing towards the finish line. See the full range of events on offer at the [**Long Course Weekend - Wales here**](https://www.letsdothis.com/gb/e/the-long-course-weekend-wales-18298)!

The Veloforte Wales Marathon

Enjoy the beautiful scenery of Delamere Forest as you complete a marathon or half marathon. Perfect for runners of all abilities, the route provides fantastic views of the forest as you complete the course. Finish to earn your bespoke medal.

Delamere Forest HM & Marathon 2025

RunThrough

Run as far as you dare in this Sunrise to Sunset challenge this December. Perfect for runners looking to push themselves to a new distance, go as far as you can within the time. Enjoy music, food and drinks, and a great atmosphere throughout.

The 17th Sunrise to Sunset Challenge

How Hard Can it be

Take part in this stunning race from Aberdyfi this January to kickstart your running year. Choose from a 50k marathon route and 42 mile ultramarathon and follow the beautiful coastal paths towards Cardigan Bay. Come along for the epic adventure and community feel, plus your bespoke finisher's medal.

The Winter Run to The Castle Ultra

Get stuck into some stunning Shropshire trails in this event offering 10k, half marathon and marathon routes. With a well-marked, undulating course, and a cake competition at the end, runners will love the community feel. Come to collect your bespoke finisher's medal.

Icing on the Cake Trail Run

Enjoy the beautiful scenery of Delamere Forest as you complete a marathon, half marathon or 10k run. Perfect for runners of all abilities, the route provides fantastic views of the forest as you complete the course. Finish to earn your bespoke medal.

Delamere Trails Marathon and Half Marathon

All abilities are welcome in the award winning MBNA Chester Metric Marathon. The popular fixture in any runners race calendar, gives you the unique opportunity to run this distance in the UK. This is a 26.6km race, which is the ideal stepping stone from a half marathon to a full marathon. The Metric Marathon is the finale of the Chester Triple Medal Series.WHATEVER YOUR REASON FOR RUNNING, WE'RE HERE TO HELP YOU ACHIEVE GREATNESS

MBNA Chester Metric Marathon

Run one of the most stunning trail routes in the West Midlands. A great run in Symonds Yat, AONB along miles of gorgeous trails before picking up the famous Offa's Dyke Path. Come for an amazing run, great day out and bespoke finisher's medal.

TEC Wye Valley 2025

Trail Events Co

C﻿ome and explore one of the most picturesque parts of Wales at the Brecon Beacons Trail Challenge. With distances from 10k to Ultra there is something for everyone to get stuck into. Sign up for the fantastic views and exciting trail routes.

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Marathon Events in Wales 2024-2025

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