Great Welsh Marathon Events
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Great Welsh Marathon Events : event summary
The Great Welsh Marathon Events is a long-distance race weekend held at Pembrey Country Park (SA16 0EJ). Distances offered include:
- Marathon (full distance)
- Half marathon (21.1 km)
- 10K (10 km)
The event is UKA licensed and AIMS certified and is listed as a World Marathon Majors qualifying race. Organisers state the event aims to relocate to a new home in 2027 and that a new route will be announced.
Hydration and aid provisions are specified. Brecon Carreg supplies water at multiple points on each course and at the finish; specific supply points are listed by kilometre or mile for each distance. Toilets are provided on the course and in the race village, including women-only facilities and urinals. St John Cymru Wales provide medical cover across the route.
Race packs are posted roughly two weeks before the event and include a race number with an integrated timing chip and safety pins. There is no on-the-day registration for the half or full marathon. Cut-off times are 4 hours for the half marathon and 6 hours for the full marathon. Parking is available within Pembrey Country Park; parking charges apply and parking is managed by Carmarthenshire County Council. Facilities noted by organisers include on-site camping and hydration and energy stations on course.
Transfers, deferrals and refunds follow published rules and deadlines, including transfer and deferral deadlines and associated fees. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
