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Saturn Running - Aberdare

Aberdare, United Kingdom • 21 Dec 2025

The Christmas Carol Bobble Hat Run, organized by Saturn Running, takes place in the scenic Dare Valley Country Park in Aberdare, Wales. This inclusive event welcomes runners and walkers of all abilities. Participants can choose their distance within a 7-hour time challenge, with a minimum of 3km and options up to 50km, running laps of a 4.37-mile (7km) course on well-maintained footpaths offering beautiful countryside views.

Finishers receive a themed medal, a festive bobble hat, and distance pins for longer runs. The event features aid stations with a variety of snacks and drinks, free parking, toilets, and a nearby café. Vegan goody bags are also available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Wales Aberdare

Race information

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50 km
50 Km Distance
42 km
Marathon (6 Laps)
21 km
Half Marathon (3 Laps)
7 km
Full Lap 4.37 Miles or 7 Km (subject to Change to 3.28 Mile Loop)
7 Hour Time Challenge With Minimum 3km Distance
Ultra (7 or More Laps)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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