Nightmare before Xmas Trail ½ Marathon
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Nightmare Before Xmas Trail ½ Marathon : event overview
The Nightmare Before Xmas Trail ½ Marathon is a trail running event held on 19 December 2026 at Bridgend Miniature Railway Centre, Fountain Road, Aberkenfig, Tondu, Bridgend CF32 9BZ, United Kingdom. The organiser is Mad Running Junkies. Entries are limited to 70 participants. Minimum age is 17. Entries open 5 December 2025 and close 18 December 2026.
The course is presented as two sequential sections:
- The Hateful Eight, approximately 8 miles, mixed terrain with a steep hill, a road section with notable views, and a downhill forestry trail that can be technical.
- A further 5 and a bit miles with mud, water and a named steep climb before a final flat muddy mile to the finish.
The course will be fully marked. There is a prize for the best and most imaginative Christmas fancy dress, with the requirement that participants run in their costume.
Included with entry are parking, toilet facilities, a bespoke medal, hot and cold drinks, snacks including mince pies and Christmas cake, Christmas crackers, a medical team and event volunteers. The event offers an option to purchase XCover which may provide a refund in specified circumstances. Standard event terms, cancellation and refund policies apply. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
