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Saturn Running - Aberdare

Name: Saturn Running - Aberdare
Start: 2026-12-19
End: 2026-12-19
Location: Aberdare

Aberdare, United Kingdom • 19 Dec 2026

Santa Run Wales at Dare Valley Country Park

This is a festive-themed running event organised by Saturn Running at Dare Valley Country Park in Grecynon CF44 7RG, UK on 19 December 2026. The event offers two measured route options around the country park on well maintained footpaths that provide views of the surrounding countryside. The organiser describes the event as family-friendly and open to children and adults.

Participants receive a Christmas-themed medal and a festive goody bag; a vegan option for the goody bag is available. The event provides an aid table with drinks, mince pies and sweets, with vegan options noted. Venue facilities include toilets, a cafe next to race HQ, free parking, and a bag drop that is not secure and should not be used for valuables.

Number pick up is on the day at race registration. Bone conducting headphones only are permitted. Runners are asked to be considerate of other public footpath users. The course may be altered depending on weather conditions. The event is organised and managed by Saturn Too Limited, a franchise partner of Saturn Running.

Distances Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
2.5 km

United Kingdom Wales Aberdare

Race information

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5 km

2.5k

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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