South Wales - We're All Mad Here

JAN
3
2027
Lap-based timed event in Rhydycar, Merthyr Tydfil with a 5.3 km tarmac lap, distances from 5 km to ultra, timed over seven hours and a no-medal entry option.
Sun 3 Jan 2027
3 miles

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South Wales - We're All Mad Here

South Wales - We're All Mad Here takes place on Sunday 3 January 2027 at Rhydycar in Merthyr Tydfil. The event uses a measured out-and-back lap along the Taff Trail that is 5.3 km (3.28 mile) in length and starts behind Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Centre.

Participants may complete as many laps as they wish on the same 5.3 km circuit. The course is entirely tarmac and has 63 m elevation gain and loss per lap. The route is officially measured and AUKCM certified for road classification 25/472. What3Words reference for the venue is ///coins.pints.buns. The event will be licensed by Welsh Athletics, with a race license applied for.

Available distance options include:

  • 5 km
  • 10 km
  • Half marathon
  • Marathon
  • Ultra

The event is a timed format with a seven hour overall time window and a minimum distance equivalent to one lap (3.28 miles). The organiser operates flexible rock up and run start times and can consider special start time requests depending on planned distance. Entry fees are listed by category, including affiliated and unaffiliated rates, and there is a lower cost no-medal entry option. As per UK Athletics rules, distance restrictions apply to participants aged 20 or under; further information is available from the organiser. All entrants receive event support, aid station access, same-day results, and an event memento where applicable. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

3 mi
Minimum Distance (1 Lap)
7 Hour Timed Run

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