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Race The Train

Tywyn, United Kingdom • 16 Aug 2025

Race The Train™ is an annual running event held in Tywyn, Mid-Wales, organized by the Rotary Club of Tywyn. The event features multiple race distances catering to various age groups and abilities, including the 14-mile Rotary Challenge, 10K Quarry Challenge, 5.5-mile Dolgoch Challenge, 3.5-mile Tynllwynhen Challenge, and a Toddlers Trot for children under 8. A unique aspect of the event is the option to purchase additional train tickets, allowing participants or supporters to travel on the historic train that runs alongside parts of the course. The event offers a scenic and family-friendly atmosphere, combining outdoor running with the charm of the local heritage railway. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Wales Tywyn

Race information

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14 mi
Rotary Challenge (14 Miles)
10 km
Quarry Challenge (10k)
5 mi
Dolgoch Challenge (5.5 Miles)
3 mi
Tynllwynhen Challenge (3.5 Miles)
Toddlers Trot (0-8yo)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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