Great Welsh Marathon Events
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About the race
The Great Welsh Marathon Events take place on Sunday 17 October 2027 at Pembrey Country Park (SA16 0EJ). The event offers multiple race distances and a relocated course for 2027 with a coastal route to be announced.
Race distances
- Marathon
- Half Marathon
- 10K
Organisers state the events are UKA licensed and AIMS certified and that the marathon is a World Marathon Majors qualifying race. Hydration on course is provided by Brecon Carreg with water stations located at kilometre 5 of the 10K; at miles 3, 6, 9.5 and 12 of the half marathon; and at miles 3, 6, 10, 14, 18.5, 22.5 and 25 of the marathon. Water is also available at the finish. Toilets are positioned throughout the course and in the race village.
Entries are not accepted on race day. Race packs containing the race number with an integrated timing chip and safety pins are posted approximately two weeks before the event. Cut off times are four hours for the half marathon and six hours for the full marathon. Medical cover is provided by St John Cymru Wales. Transfer and deferral policies are published with deadlines and fees; refunds are not offered, though separate ticket protection may be available. A competitive prize purse is offered for elite athletes and elite qualification standards are verified via official rankings. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
