Logo

Vale Coastal Races

Ogmore-by-Sea, United Kingdom • 11 Apr 2026

The Vale Coastal Races, held along the scenic Vale of Glamorgan coastline in Wales, offer three trail running distances: a 32.5-mile ultra marathon, an 18.5-mile "mini ultra," and a 10-mile race. The ultra race starts at Penarth Pier and follows the Wales Coastal Path, featuring clifftop trails, 19 beaches, and the dramatic Glamorgan Heritage Coast with cliffs, rock formations, and coves, finishing at Ogmore-by-Sea. The shorter races join the ultra route at various points along the coast. The event is well-supported with multiple checkpoints providing refreshments, clear navigation aided by marked paths, and a time limit suitable for runners and walkers. Transport options and compulsory kit requirements ensure a well-organized experience. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Wales Ogmore-by-Sea

Race information

Website Registration
32 mi
Ultra Race 32.5 Miles
18 mi
Vale Trail 18.5 (mini Ultra) 18.5 Miles
10 mi
Vale Trail 10 10 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

Exmoor Trail Running Weekend

Lynmouth - 18 mi from Ogmore-by-Sea

The Exmoor Trail Running Weekend, held in Lynmouth, offers a scenic running experience across coastal landscapes and river valleys. Participants can join three guided runs: a 5-6 mile evening run exploring the Valley of the Rocks, a 15-16 mile Saturday morning run covering Contisbury Hill, the North..

South West Coast 50 Ultra Challenge

Dunster - 21 mi from Ogmore-by-Sea

The South West Coast 50 Ultra Challenge is a premier 50km trail event held in Somerset and Exmoor, starting and finishing at Dunster basecamp near Dunster Castle. This scenic summer challenge features a 50km loop with over 1600 meters of climb, traversing the first Minehead section of the famous 630..

UTMB Index

Beast Of Bryn

Bryn - 11 mi from Ogmore-by-Sea

The Beast of Bryn is a challenging trail running event held in the scenic Afan Forest Park near Port Talbot, South Wales. Established in 2011 and managed by the Bryn Residents Action Group (BRAG), the race offers two distances: a 6.5-mile (10.5 km) route with 288 meters of climb, and a longer 10.5-m..

Black Cattle Ultra Gwartheg Duon

Cardiff - 20 mi from Ogmore-by-Sea

The Black Cattle Ultra Gwartheg Duon is a challenging trail ultra event held in South Wales, starting at either Llanthony Priory or Abergavenny and finishing in Cardiff. Participants can choose between two distances: 44 miles (71 km) or 33 miles (53 km). The course follows the scenic Cambrian Way, t..

Saturn Running - Aberdare

Aberdare - 19 mi from Ogmore-by-Sea

...

Saturn Running's "Will Run For Ice Cream" event takes place in the scenic Dare Valley Country Park, Aberdare, Wales. This inclusive 7-hour time challenge allows participants to run or walk as many laps as they wish on a well-maintained 4.37-mile (7km) loop, with shorter options for younger runners...

The Ridum

Caerphilly - 20 mi from Ogmore-by-Sea

The RIDUM 2025 is a challenging 30-mile ultra marathon set along the Rhymney Valley Ridgeway Walk in South East Wales. Participants will traverse varied terrain, including lanes, trails, and woodland, with a total elevation of 4,252 feet. The route features notable points such as Mynydd Machen, the..