Nightmare before Xmas Trail ½ Marathon
Aberkenfig, United Kingdom • 19 Dec 2026
Event details
The Nightmare Before Xmas Trail ½ Marathon is a trail half marathon held on 19 December 2026 at Bridgend Miniature Railway Centre, Fountain Road, Aberkenfig, Tondu, Bridgend CF32 9BZ. Entry is limited to 70 participants and the minimum age is 17 on the event date. Entries are open from 5 December 2025 until 18 December 2026. Entry options listed are: entry only (£30.00) and entry with T-shirt (£60.00). Registration must be completed through the SiEntries system. The event is organised by Mad Running Junkies.
Course and facilities
The course is mixed terrain and includes a first section on the Hateful Eight 8-mile route followed by about 5 extra miles to complete the half marathon. Described features include a steep hill, a road section with views, a downhill forestry trail that can be technical, mud and water sections, and a final flat muddy mile. The route will be fully marked. On-site provisions listed by the organiser include car parking, toilet facilities, a bespoke medal, hot and cold drinks and snacks, mince pies and Christmas cake, a medical team, volunteers, and a prize for the most imaginative Christmas fancy dress. Participants may have the option to purchase event insurance (XCover) for possible refunds. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.