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 estate sits alongside the Merthyr Mawr Warren National Nature Reserve. The event is delivered in partnership by the Merthyr Mawr Estate and Run 4 Wales. A date listed for the event is 18 July 2026.
The reserve area includes sand dunes and coastal terrain. The course descriptions mention the Big Dipper, described as the highest sand dune in Wales, and sections that run along the Glamorgan Heritage Coast with cliffs and secluded coves.
Distances and course features
- 12K : multi-terrain trail with hills, valleys, a river crossing and a route that passes the Big Dipper sand dune.
- 40K : longer trail that includes the features of the 12K plus an extended tour of the Glamorgan Heritage Coast.
- Family races : a selection of shorter events listed as the Bunny, Double Bunny and Toddler Dash.
The event takes place on natural trails and coastal paths within the estate and adjacent nature reserve. Race results and volunteering information are maintained by the event organisers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.