Nant yr Arian Silver Trail

Ystumtuen, United Kingdom • 14 Mar 2026

Nant Yr Arian Silver Trail Races

The event is scheduled for 14 March 2026 in the Cambrian Mountains. It is organised by Aberystwyth Athletic Club as a not-for-profit event that supports local charities. This will be the ninth edition. Entries open 22 March 2025 and close 4 March 2026.

Routes are fully signed and waymarked; GPX files are available as backup. There is no race cut-off time. The organisers require a basic level of mandatory kit because the races take place in mountain terrain; details are provided on the event Facebook page. Transfers are allowed only while entries are open and race deferrals are not possible.

Distances and practical details

  • Half Marathon
  • 10 km
  • Under 7s: 0.5 mile (must be accompanied by an adult)
  • Ages 7-11: 1.5 miles
  • Ages 12-16: 2.6 miles

The Half Marathon has two feed stations and the 10 km has one. The event village offers hot and cold food, speciality coffee and additional food options. Early-bird entry fees apply until 30 June 2025; thereafter the listed standard fees apply. Junior entry fee is £5. Transfers and entry conditions follow the organiser’s published terms. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

21 km
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
3 mi
Junior Ages 12-16 2.6 Miles
Junior Ages 7-11 1.5 Miles
Junior Under 7's 0.5 Mile
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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