Endurancelife | Gower

Oxwich, United Kingdom • 7 Nov 2026

Gower Coastal Trail Run

The event takes place at Oxwich Bay on 7 November 2026 and offers four trail distances set on the Gower peninsula. Courses run along coastal cliff tops, downland, woodland, sand dunes and well known beaches. Terrain is described as strenuous and includes grass, moor, beach and rock.

Distances and basic measures:

  • 10K - 6.8 mi, ascent 583 ft
  • Half marathon - 14.3 mi, ascent 1916 ft
  • Marathon - 27.4 mi, ascent 3425 ft
  • Ultra - 34.2 mi, ascent 3874 ft

This event is part of the Endurancelife 2026-27 season leaderboard. Runners who complete any distance receive points that contribute to the season standings.

Operational notes provided for participants include an online check-in about two weeks before the event and a mandatory event safety video to watch during that process. A participant manual and spectator information document are available. Event features listed include fully marked courses, electronic timing with split results, finishers medals and energy bar provision. Event parking may incur charges. An in-person post-event gathering is referenced at The Kings Head in Llangennith.

Entry options, pricing tiers and add-on services such as an event safety kit, massage and optional coach transport are noted in the event information. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

UTMB 50K
34 mi
Ultra
27 mi
Marathon
14 mi
Half Marathon
7 mi
10k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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