Saturn Running - Cwmdare

JUL
25
2026
Join Ooops I Ran It Again at Dare Valley Country Park on 25 July 2026 for a fun themed seven hour time challenge where you can choose distances from 3 km to ultras. Expect medals, goody bags, on course refreshments and scenic park trails.
Sat 25 Jul 2026
7 hour 50 kilometers Marathon Half Marathon 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Ooops I Ran It Again - Wales

The event takes place on 25 July 2026 at Dare Valley Country Park, Aberdare, CF44 7PS. It is organised by Saturn Running and managed by Saturn Too Limited as a franchise partner. The event is a themed running event held on public footpaths in the park.

Format and course

The event is a 7 hour Time Challenge that allows participants to choose their distance. The minimum recorded distance for a finisher is 3 km. A full lap is listed as 7 km (4.37 miles) but may be changed to a 3.28 mile loop depending on course conditions. There are 3 km and 5 km turn points within the lap for younger runners and compliance with UK Athletics age rules. The course uses well maintained footpaths and is described as suitable for a road trainer.

Distances and age limits

  • 3 km
  • 5 km - age 12+
  • 10 km - age 16+
  • Half Marathon - age 17+
  • Marathon - age 18+
  • 50 km - age 20+
  • Ultra Marathon - age 18+
  • Time Challenge - age 18+

Facilities and race services

Finishers who complete at least 3 km receive a themed medal. Distance pins are awarded for half-marathon and greater distances and are attached to the medal ribbon. All finishers receive a goody bag; a vegan goody bag option is available. An aid and drinks table is provided at the start/finish of each lap with snacks, drinks and ice cream options. Toilets and a cafe are at the venue; there are no separate changing facilities or showers. Free parking is available. A bag drop area is provided but is not secure. Bone conducting headphones only are permitted. Entry fees vary by distance and category, roughly from about £16 to £35; a £22 member price is available to members. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

7 hr
Time Challenge
50 km
Marathon
Marathon
Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
5 km
Ultra Marathon