Nightmare before Xmas Trail ½ Marathon
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Event details
The Nightmare Before Xmas Trail ½ Marathon takes place on 19 December 2026 at Bridgend Miniature Railway Centre, Fountain Road, Aberkenfig, Tondu, Bridgend CF32 9BZ, GB. Entries open on 25 December 2025 and close on 18 December 2026. The event has a minimum age of 17 or older and a maximum field of 70 entrants. Entry fees listed are £27.00 for entry only and £55.00 for entry with a T-shirt. The event is organised by Mad Running Junkies.
Course and facilities
The course is a mixed-terrain trail that includes an 8-mile section called The Hateful Eight, a road section with views, a downhill forestry trail that can be technical, and a muddy section with water and a steep climb described in the route notes before finishing on a flat muddy mile. The course will be fully marked. A prize is offered for the best and most imaginative Christmas fancy dress; participants should be able to run in their costume.
Included on the day are car parking, toilet facilities, hot and cold drinks and snacks (including mince pies and Christmas cake), a bespoke medal, a medical team, and event volunteers. XCover refund option is available for purchase. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.