Nant yr Arian Silver Trail

Event Details

The Nant yr Arian Silver Trail Races take place on Saturday, 14 March 2026 in the Cambrian mountains. This is the event's ninth edition. The races are organized by Aberystwyth Athletic Club and are described as "not for profit," supporting local charities.

Distances

There are two main race distances:

• Half Marathon
• 10 km

Both routes are described as offering varied terrain suitable for beginners and experienced trail runners, with no cut-off time. The courses are fully signed and waymarked, with GPX files available. The Half Marathon has two feed stations, and the 10 km has one. Runners must carry a basic level of mandatory kit due to potentially adverse weather conditions in the mountains.

Junior Races

There are three separate junior race distances:

• Under 7s run 0.5 mile (must be accompanied by an adult)
• Ages 7-11 run 1.5 miles
• Ages 12-16 run 2.6 miles

Registration and Fees

Entries open on Saturday, 22 March 2025 and close on Wednesday, 4 March 2026. Entry fees vary for UKA members and non-members. Transfers are only possible while entries are open; race deferrals are not possible.

Event Village

The event village is described as family-friendly with a local, non-corporate feel. Hot and cold food, specialty coffee, and healthy food options are available. Participants can purchase Silver Trail hoodies and t-shirts as part of the registration process. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.