Front Runner Events, organisers of the Swansea Half Marathon, are excited to announce that Maggie’s Swansea will continue as an official charity partner for the upcoming race. This ongoing partnership gives runners the opportunity to support people living with cancer and their families by fundraising while taking part in one of Wales’ best-loved running events. Maggie’s Swansea, based
Front Runner Events, organisers of the Swansea Half Marathon, are proud to announce the continuation of their partnership with Shelter Cymru as the event’s Headline Charity Partner for 2026.
Thousands of runners took to the streets of Swansea today for Wales’ biggest summer running festival as the Swansea University Swansea Half Marathon returned with another record-breaking year. Over 7,500 participants registered for the 2025 event, with athletes, fun-runners, and charity heroes coming together to experience the spectacular coastal route that sweeps “from the city to the sea.” This year also
Get ready to lace up and cheer loud as Wales’ biggest summer running festival returns with more energy, excitement, and community spirit than ever before, this Sunday 8th June! Taking place in the vibrant coastal city of Swansea, this year’s festival features a triple-header of races: the Swansea University Swansea Half Marathon, the Front Runner 5 Miler, and the Freedom
The Swansea University Swansea Half Marathon returns on Sunday 8th June, and it’s official — the event has completely sold out! However, places are still available through official charity partners, offering runners the chance to take part while making a real difference in the lives of others.
As we celebrate National Feet Week, it’s the perfect time to give some extra love and care to the unsung heroes of running: your feet! Your feet are the foundation of every stride you take, and whether you’re training for a race or just going for a jog, taking care of them is crucial for
Whether you’re out for the occasional run, training for an event or on race day, it’s important that you’re looking after yourself when running in the heat. Summer running can be a pleasant experience however, it is important to carry out appropriate safety measures as it can also be a dangerous experience if not you’ve not prepared yourself properly.
The countdown is on! In just 100 days, Wales’ biggest summer running festival will return—bigger, better, and more exciting than ever! Taking place on Sunday, June 8, 2025, the festival will feature three thrilling events: the hugely popular Swansea University Swansea Half Marathon, the Front Runner City 5 Miler, and the Freedom Leisure Family Run. But that’s not all—this year’s event will also
Gordon’s fitness journey began in mid 2020 during the pandemic. Overweight and struggling to keep up with his young children, he decided it was time to make a change. Starting with workout videos and food tracking, Gordon lost 3 ½ stone in six months, which gave him the confidence to take up running through the
Meet Natasha, as she shares how running has become a powerful way for her battle grief and keep the memory of her niece alive. Next June, Natasha will be taking on the Swansea Half Marathon where she describes that every step she takes will be in honor of Lillie-Rae and the family she holds so
