Conwy Half Marathon
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Event information
The Conwy Half Marathon takes place in Conwy, starting and finishing on the quayside in front of Conwy Castle. The event includes the following distances:
- 13.1 miles (half marathon)
- Fun Run - approx 1 mile out-and-back over Conwy bridge
All half marathon finishers receive a technical T-shirt and a bespoke medal. Fun Run finishers receive a medal. Prizes are awarded to the first three male and female overall finishers and to age category winners. A special Castles series medal is available for those who have completed the four-castles series.
Course and logistics
The route follows the road beside the River Conwy to Deganwy, then to the West Shore in Llandudno, along Church Walks past the pier, around the Great Orme, and back to Conwy Quayside. The section around the Great Orme is undulating and includes some steep parts, followed by a downhill return to the West Shore. Water stations are provided at about every 3 miles and at the finish. Portable toilets are positioned at about miles 4 and 10; toilets are also on the quayside.
Road closures will be in place on the route. First aid cover is provided at the start and finish plus mobile teams on course. A baggage area is available on the quayside; a yellow tag from the bib must be fixed to bags. Parking is available in designated car parks (charges apply) and in specified overflow areas; parking is at users' own risk. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.