Nightmare before Xmas Trail ½ Marathon
Aberkenfig, United Kingdom • 19 Dec 2026
Nightmare Before Xmas Trail ½ Marathon
The event is a trail half marathon held on 19 December 2026 at Bridgend Miniature Railway Centre, Fountain Road, Aberkenfig, Tondu, Bridgend. Entrants must be at least 17 years old. Entry options listed include standard entry and entry with a T-shirt priced at £30 and £60 respectively.
The course begins with a section of the Hateful Eight eight mile route on mixed terrain including a steep hill, a road section with notable views, and a downhill forestry trail that can be technical in wet conditions. After that section runners continue for about five additional miles featuring mud, water and a notable climb referred to as the Hill of Doom, before a final flat muddy mile to the finish. The course will be fully marked.
The field is limited to 70 runners. There is a prize for the most imaginative Christmas fancy dress costume, with the note that costumes must be runnable.
Included for participants are parking, toilet facilities, a bespoke medal, hot and cold drinks and snacks including mince pies and Christmas cake, on-course medical support, and volunteer assistance. Entries open 5 December 2025 and close 18 December 2026. The event is organised by Mad Running Junkies and uses SiEntries for registration. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.