Pendine Sands Races

Laugharne, United Kingdom • 5 Apr 2026

Pendine Sands Races : 5 April 2026

The event offers the following distances:

  • 5k
  • 10k
  • Half Marathon
  • Marathon
  • Ultra

All races take place on the beach at Pendine Sands, with the start and finish next to Barnacles Cafe, Sea View, Pendine, SA33 4NY. The course is a well marked out-and-back of 3.28 miles (5.28 km). Entries close shortly before the event and entry fees are set by distance.

Course, logistics and rules

The same 5.28 km out-and-back is used for every race. Competitors complete:

  • 5k: one 2.5 km out-and-back
  • 10k: one full out-and-back (about 10.5 km)
  • Half Marathon: two full out-and-backs
  • Marathon: four full out-and-backs
  • Ultra: five full out-and-backs (stated as 32.8 miles)

Starts and time limits are governed by tide tables and will be confirmed in advance. The organisers maintain a 4.0 miles per hour average cut-off; falling below this may result in removal from the race. The event is cup-free; four self-serve water stations are provided and competitors must bring a re-useable cup. Race numbers are collected at the start location on race day and must be collected by each participant. All finishers receive a bespoke medal and category winners receive trophies. A mandatory kit list is enforced and random checks may be made. Entry fees are non-refundable; transfers or deferrals are allowed up to four weeks before the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

42 km
Marathon
21 km
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
Ultra
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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