Phoenix Running - Trehafod
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South Wales Zombie Run
Phoenix Running South Wales stages the Zombie Run on Saturday 31 October 2026 at Barry Sidings Country Park, using the Taff Trail through the park and nearby Trehafod. The event is lap based on a 5.3 km (3.28 mile) out and back course that starts near Barry Sidings Cafe and passes the aid station, the cafe, and the lakes on each lap.
Participants may choose how many laps to complete within a 7 hour time limit. Offered distances include:
- 5 km
- 10 km
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- Ultra
The minimum distance recorded is one lap, 3.28 miles, and the course surface is entirely tarmac or pavement. Each lap has approximately 50 m of elevation gain and loss. The event is classed as Road and holds a course accuracy certificate from AUKCM, number 25/431. A Welsh Athletics race license has been applied for.
Phoenix Running South Wales operates flexible rock up and run start times and offers a standard entry with a bespoke finishers medal as well as a lower cost no medal entry option. The event provides an aid station, same day results, digital race services, and athlete profiles. Distance restrictions apply to participants aged 20 or under under UK Athletics rules. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
