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Dragon Coastal Ultramarathon

Cardiff, United Kingdom • 19-20 Jul 2025

The Dragon Coastal Ultramarathon is a series of three ultra-trail races held along the scenic Wales Coast Path, finishing at Cardiff Bay. Scheduled for July 19-20, 2025, the event offers distances of 100 miles (Rhossili Bay to Cardiff Bay), 50 miles (Kenfig Nature Reserve to Cardiff Bay), and approximately 30 miles (Dunraven Bay to Cardiff Bay). The routes are non-technical and easy to navigate, featuring coastal trails, beaches, dunes, and forest sections, with notable landmarks like Nash Point Lighthouse and the Norwegian Church at the finish. The 100-mile race includes night running and significant elevation, while all courses provide multiple checkpoints with refreshments. The event is suitable for both first-time ultra runners and experienced athletes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Wales Cardiff

Race information

Website
UTMB 50K UTMB 100M
100 mi
3400 m+
Dragon 100
50 mi
1300 m+
Dragon 50
30 mi
460 m+
Dragon 30
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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