Dragon Coastal Ultramarathon
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Event overview
The Dragon Coastal Races take place on 18 and 19 July 2026 along the Wales Coast Path. There are three point-to-point ultramarathon distances that all finish at the Norwegian Church and Captain Scott Memorial in Cardiff Bay. The event follows coastal trails, beaches, dunes and some inland forest and parkland. Routes are waymarked and additional running arrows and luminous flags are used where the route leaves the coast path. A marked map, a GPS file and live GPS tracking are provided for all races.
Routes and logistics
Distances:
- 100 miles (approximately 100.5 miles finish distance)
- 50 miles (approximately 50.5 miles finish distance)
- 30 miles (approximately 30 miles)
Ascent (approximate):
- 100 mile: 3400 m
- 50 mile: 1300 m
- 30 mile: 460 m
Key route features include Gower coastline, Afan Forest, Margam Park, Kenfig Sands, Merthyr Mawr dunes, Ogmore stepping stones, Vale of Glamorgan Heritage Coast, Nash Point, Llantwit Beach, Porthkerry Park, Penarth Pier and the Cardiff Bay Barrage.
Support and services: Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- Checkpoints: 12 (100), 7 (50), 4 (30) offering sweet and savoury snacks and hot and cold drinks.
- Drop bags available for 100 and 50 races.
- Compulsory kit is required and non-negotiable.
- Entry age is 18 or older; the 100 mile event recommends prior long-ultra experience.
- Entry fees are stated for each distance and transport options are available to start locations.
