Phoenix Running - Trelewis

JUL
11
2026
Join the Butterfly Run at Parc Taf Bargoed with rock up and run starts across distances from 5 km to ultra on a scenic tarmac course with a short riverside trail. Staggered starts, aid stations and an optional supersized spinning medal await.
Sat 11 Jul 2026
5.3 Km Lap 10.6 Km (2 Laps) 21.2 Km (4 Laps) - Half M... 26.2 Km (5 Laps) - Marath... Ultra Distance (multi-Lap...

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Event overview

Phoenix Running South Wales is staging the Butterfly Run on Saturday 11 July 2026 at Rock UK Summit Centre, Parc Taf Bargoed, Trelewis, Merthyr Tydfil, CF46 6RD. The event uses flexible "rock up and run" starts with staggered starts and a 7-hour time limit. A supersized spinning finishers medal is offered to participants, with a no-medal entry option available at a reduced price. Entry places are strictly limited. A Welsh Athletics race license has been applied for.

Course, distances and entry

The event is lap-based on a 5.3 km (3.28 mile) out-and-back course through Parc Taf Bargoed. The surface is mainly tarmac paths with about 0.5 miles on riverside trail. Each lap has approximately 37 m elevation gain and loss, and the course is described as largely flat.

Distances available include:

  • 5 km
  • 10 km
  • Half marathon
  • Marathon
  • Ultra

Minimum distance is one lap (3.28 miles) or as far as a participant can go within the 7-hour limit. Pricing shown in the source text is £33.00 (affiliated), £35.00 (unaffiliated), and a trial no-medal option from £20. The organiser provides aid stations, same-day results, digital BIBs, and digital finishers certificates. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

26 km
26.2 Km (5 Laps) - Marathon
Half Marathon
21.2 Km (4 Laps) - Half Marathon
11 km
10.6 Km (2 Laps)
5 km
5.3 Km Lap
Ultra Distance (multi-Lap, Distance Not Fixed)