Pendine Sands Races

APR
5
2026
Take on 5k, 10k, half marathon, marathon or ultra across the wide sands of Pendine with starts by Barnacles Cafe on 5 April 2026. Flat, well marked out and back loops, finisher medals and a friendly seaside vibe make this a memorable coastal challenge.
Sun 5 Apr 2026
Marathon Half Marathon 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Pendine Sands Races : 5 April 2026

The event offers the following distances:

  • 5k
  • 10k
  • Half Marathon
  • Marathon
  • Ultra

All races take place on the beach at Pendine Sands, with the start and finish next to Barnacles Cafe, Sea View, Pendine, SA33 4NY. The course is a well marked out-and-back of 3.28 miles (5.28 km). Entries close shortly before the event and entry fees are set by distance.

Course, logistics and rules

The same 5.28 km out-and-back is used for every race. Competitors complete:

  • 5k: one 2.5 km out-and-back
  • 10k: one full out-and-back (about 10.5 km)
  • Half Marathon: two full out-and-backs
  • Marathon: four full out-and-backs
  • Ultra: five full out-and-backs (stated as 32.8 miles)

Starts and time limits are governed by tide tables and will be confirmed in advance. The organisers maintain a 4.0 miles per hour average cut-off; falling below this may result in removal from the race. The event is cup-free; four self-serve water stations are provided and competitors must bring a re-useable cup. Race numbers are collected at the start location on race day and must be collected by each participant. All finishers receive a bespoke medal and category winners receive trophies. A mandatory kit list is enforced and random checks may be made. Entry fees are non-refundable; transfers or deferrals are allowed up to four weeks before the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Marathon
Marathon
Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
Ultra

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