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Beat the Black Dog 12km Trail Run

Name: Beat the Black Dog 12km Trail Run
Start: 2026-09-13
End: 2026-09-13
Location: Ogmore Valley

Ogmore Valley, United Kingdom • 13 Sep 2026

Beat the Black Dog 12km canitrail and trail run

This is a 12 km canitrail and trail running event held in aid of PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide. It is scheduled for 13 September 2026 at Halo Ogmore Valley Life Centre in Ogmore Vale, Wales, at the address Aber Road, Ogmore Vale CF32 7AJ.

The event is in person and includes running with dogs, with participants invited to bring their pets. The listing describes the activity as a canitrail and trail run on local trails around the venue. The event page notes a four hour session window and states that tickets are offered at a set price of £26.00.

A no refunds policy is stated for the event. Travel options linked from the listing include driving, public transport, cycling, and walking directions to the venue. The event is presented as a fundraiser to support PAPYRUS and its work with young people experiencing suicidal thoughts.

Practical details such as parking, cut off times, terms for canitrail events, and considerations for warm weather are listed as frequently asked questions on the event page. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Wales Ogmore Valley

Race information

Registration

12 km

Trail Run

12 km

Canitrail

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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