Saturn Running - Aberdare

Aberdare, United Kingdom • 22 Nov 2025

Event overview

The Smurf Run is organised by Saturn Too Limited, a franchise partner of Saturn Running, and is scheduled for 22/11/2025 at Dare Valley Country Park, Aberdare, CF44 7PS. The event is run as a 7 hour Time Challenge that allows participants to choose how many laps to complete. Entry at the discounted price of £22.00 is available only to members; members are guaranteed entry and receive a mini-me medal pin at events they attend. Finishers who complete at least one lap receive a themed medal, and distance pins are awarded for half-marathon distance and above.

Course, distances and facilities

The course follows well maintained footpaths around Dare Valley Country Park and includes views of the surrounding countryside. There are 3k and 5k turn points within the lap to help meet UK Athletics age rules. The regular lap length is 4.37 miles (7 km) but may be changed to a 3.28 mile loop depending on course conditions. An aid table and drinks table are available at the start/finish of each lap with drinks, savoury and sweet snacks and vegan options. Other facilities include toilets, a nearby cafe, free parking, and a non-secure bag area. Bone conducting headphones only are allowed. Race numbers are collected on the day at registration; final race instructions are sent by email before the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

  • Minimum: 3 km
  • Lap length: 4.37 miles / 7 km (may change to 3.28 miles)
  • Half marathon: 3 laps
  • Marathon: 6 laps
  • Ultra: 7 or more laps
  • 50 km: available

Race information

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.
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