Rabbit Run Wales

JUL
18
2026
Experience sand dunes, river crossings and coastal cliffs at Rabbit Run Wales on the Merthyr Mawr Estate, with the famous Big Dipper dune as a highlight. Choose a 12K or 40K trail or enjoy family Bunny races for runners of all ages.
Sat 18 Jul 2026
40 kilometers 12 kilometers

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Rabbit Run Wales : event overview

Rabbit Run Wales is a series of trail races held on the private grounds of the Merthyr Mawr Estate, on the South Wales coast. The route area includes parts of the Merthyr Mawr Warren National Nature Reserve. The event is delivered in partnership by the Merthyr Mawr Estate and Run 4 Wales (R4W). Course features mentioned for the routes include trails, hills, valleys, a river crossing and a run down the Big Dipper, described as the highest sand dune in Wales. The longer route also visits the Glamorgan Heritage Coast and passes coastal landscapes, cliffs and secluded coves.

Distances and family races

  • 12K (about 7.5 miles)
  • 40K (about 25 miles)
  • Family races: the Bunny, Double Bunny and Toddler Dash

The event material notes a course video and a gallery of event photos are available, and past race results and volunteering information are recorded for previous editions. The page lists a date of 18 July 2026 for the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

40 km
40k Race
12 km
12k Race

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