Nightmare before Xmas Trail ½ Marathon

Aberkenfig, United Kingdom • 19 Dec 2026

Nightmare Before Xmas Trail ½ Marathon, organized by Mad Running Junkies, takes place at Bridgend Miniature Railway Centre in Aberkenfig (Tondu), near Bridgend. The course splits into an 8-mile opening section, The Hateful Eight, followed by roughly 5 miles of mud, water, hills, and a forestry trail, finishing with a flat muddy final mile—totaling about a half-marathon. The route is fully marked, and the event cultivates a festive, friendly atmosphere with a bespoke medal and a best Christmas fancy-dress prize. Facilities include parking, toilets, medical support, snacks, and volunteers. Entries are limited to around 70 participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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42 km
Nightmare Before Xmas Trail ½ Marathon
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