Logo

Saturn Running - Aberdare

Aberdare, United Kingdom • 30 Aug 2025

Saturn Running's "Will Run For Ice Cream" event takes place in the scenic Dare Valley Country Park, Aberdare, Wales. This inclusive 7-hour time challenge allows participants to run or walk as many laps as they wish on a well-maintained 4.37-mile (7km) loop, with shorter options for younger runners. The course offers beautiful countryside views and is suitable for road trainers.

Finishers receive ice cream-themed medals and distance pins for half-marathon and longer achievements. The event features a generous aid station with drinks, snacks, and ice cream, plus vegan options. Facilities include toilets, a café, free parking, and a bag drop area.

The atmosphere is friendly and supportive for all abilities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Wales Aberdare

Race information

Website Registration
50 km
50 Km Distance
42 km
Marathon (6 Laps)
21 km
Half Marathon (3 Laps)
7 km
Full Lap 4.37 Miles (7 Km)
Minimum Distance 3km
Ultra (7 or More Laps)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

Brecon Beacons 51k

Talybont-on-Usk - 14 mi from Aberdare

The Brecon Beacons 51k event, part of the RunThrough UK Brecon Beacons Trails in August 2025, offers runners a challenging ultra-distance trail race in the scenic Brecon Beacons, starting from Talybont-on-Usk. Participants can choose from 10K, 24K, or 51K distances, each featuring rugged trails, cli..

UTMB Index

Beast of Llangattock

Llangattock - 16 mi from Aberdare

The Beast of Llangattock is a challenging trail running event held at Park Farm, Llangattock, Wales, offering four distances: 10km, 10 miles, 20 miles, and a 32-mile ultra. The course features stunning panoramic views of the Black Mountains, Sugar Loaf, and the Brecon Beacons, with varied terrain in..

Beast Of Bryn

Bryn - 13 mi from Aberdare

The Beast of Bryn is a challenging trail running event held in Bryn, Port Talbot, South Wales, organized by the Bryn Residents Action Group (BRAG). Set in the scenic Afan Forest Park, the race offers two distances: a 6.5-mile (10.5 km) route with 288 meters of climb and a longer 10.5-mile (17 km) co..

Crickhowell 10km

Crickhowell - 16 mi from Aberdare

The Crickhowell 10km is a scenic running event held near Crickhowell, Wales, within the Brecon Beacons National Park. The race features a flat, out-and-back course along the Brecon & Monmouthshire canal, starting and finishing at Llangattock, with a turnaround point at Gilwern. Designed for runners..

Black Cattle Ultra Gwartheg Duon

Cardiff - 20 mi from Aberdare

The Black Cattle Ultra Gwartheg Duon is a challenging trail running event held in South Wales, starting at Cardiff Harlequins RFC. Participants can choose between two ultra distances: 44 miles from Llanthony Priory or 33 miles from Abergavenny. Both routes follow the scenic Cambrian Way to Cardiff,..

The Ridum

Caerphilly - 13 mi from Aberdare

The RIDUM 2025 is a challenging 30-mile ultra marathon set along the Rhymney Valley Ridgeway Walk in South East Wales. Participants will traverse varied terrain, including lanes, trails, and woodland, with a total elevation of 4,252 feet. The route features notable points such as Mynydd Machen, the..