Saturn Running - Aberdare
Aberdare, United Kingdom • 20 Dec 2026
The Snow Globe Gallop Bobble Hat Run - Wales
Saturn Running stages The Snow Globe Gallop Bobble Hat Run at Dare Valley Country Park in Aberdare (CF44 7PS, UK). The event is a 7 hour Time Challenge in which runners choose how many laps to complete within the time limit. A full lap measures 4.37 miles (7 km); the minimum distance to record a finish is one lap (5 km is the listed minimum).
The course follows well maintained footpaths around the country park and offers views of the surrounding countryside. The organiser notes the regular route may be altered after a health and safety review. Walkers are explicitly welcome and the surface is described as suitable for a road trainer.
Distances available
- 5 km (minimum distance, part of a lap)
- 10 km
- Half Marathon (13.1 mi, three laps)
- Marathon (26.2 mi, six laps)
- Ultra / Time Challenge (seven or more laps; 50 km option available)
Finishers receive a themed medal and a bobble hat; there is a goody bag with a vegan option and distance pins for half-marathon distance or more. Aid and drinks tables are provided at the start/finish of each lap with a selection of savoury, sweet, fruit, cheese and vegan items. The venue has toilets, a cafe nearby and free parking. The event is organised by Saturn Too Limited, a franchise partner of Saturn Running. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.