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Rabbit Run Wales

Bridgend, United Kingdom • 18 Jul 2026

Rabbit Run Wales : event overview

Rabbit Run Wales is a series of trail races held on the private grounds of the Merthyr Mawr Estate, on the South Wales coast. The route area includes parts of the Merthyr Mawr Warren National Nature Reserve. The event is delivered in partnership by the Merthyr Mawr Estate and Run 4 Wales (R4W). Course features mentioned for the routes include trails, hills, valleys, a river crossing and a run down the Big Dipper, described as the highest sand dune in Wales. The longer route also visits the Glamorgan Heritage Coast and passes coastal landscapes, cliffs and secluded coves.

Distances and family races

  • 12K (about 7.5 miles)
  • 40K (about 25 miles)
  • Family races: the Bunny, Double Bunny and Toddler Dash

The event material notes a course video and a gallery of event photos are available, and past race results and volunteering information are recorded for previous editions. The page lists a date of 18 July 2026 for the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Wales Bridgend

Race information

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40 km
40k Race
12 km
12k Race
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