Saturn Running - Cwmdare

Cwmdare, United Kingdom • 20 Dec 2025

Event overview

The Santa Run Wales takes place on 20 December 2025 at Dare Valley Country Park, Aberdare, CF44 7PS. The organiser describes the event as a festive, family-friendly fun run and encourages fancy dress; festive dress is optional. Every finisher receives a Christmas-themed medal and a festive goody bag. The event includes Christmas music, fancy dress prizes, and mince pies at the venue.

Course, facilities and rules

The route runs around Dare Valley Country Park on well maintained footpaths and offers views of the surrounding countryside. The course may be subject to change depending on the weather. There is free parking at the venue. Toilets are available but there are no separate changing facilities or showers. A café by the race headquarters serves hot drinks and food. An aid and drinks table is located at the start/finish and includes drinks, mince pies, and some sweets. There is a non-secure bag drop at the start/finish area. Bone conducting headphones only are allowed. Runners are asked to be considerate of other public footpath users. The event is organised and managed by Saturn Too Limited. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

5 km
5km - 2 Laps
2.5km - 1 Lap
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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