Swansea University Swansea Half Marathon
We are thrilled to announce that Morgan’s Army has been named the official Gold Charity Partner for the 2025 Swansea University Swansea Half Marathon. This partnership marks a significant milestone for both the event and the charity, promising to bring greater visibility and support to Morgan’s Army’s mission of providing assistance to families in South Wales facing a
Staff, students, and friends who participated in this year’s Swansea University Half Marathon have surpassed their fundraising target for a second consecutive year, collecting over £20,000 to enhance mental health care and support. The fundraising total has already exceeded last year’s amount as more donations came in the weeks following the race. Over 5,000 runners
Running in hot weather can be a challenge, but with the right strategies, you can maintain your performance, stay cool and safe. Here are some essential tips to help you beat the heat while running. Hydrate properly Proper hydration is crucial when running in hot conditions, especially if you’re planning an extended run! During your
Front Runner Events, organisers of the Swansea Half Marathon are excited to announce Shelter Cymru as the the new Headline Charity Partner to the event. The partnership will see Shelter Cymru become the lead charity for the next two years. Last year, Shelter Cymru helped over 22,000 people in housing need across Wales. The charity exists to defend the
There were incredible finishing times achieved at the Swansea University Swansea Half Marathon on Sunday (9 June 2024). Congratulations to those top finishers across all age categories! The overall top 3 are listed below followed by age category winners… Female winners pictured left to right: Alice Kelly (3rd place), Emily Marchant (1st place), Sioned Howells (2nd place)
Thousands returned to celebrate Wales’ biggest summer running festival at the 10th anniversary event of Swansea Half Marathon, sponsored by Swansea University. Almost 5,500 people registered to participate the milestone event that takes you on an incredibly scenic route from the city to the sea! Others were keen to make history at the inaugural
The excitement is building as the city prepares to welcome athletes from all over the UK and further afield as Wales’ biggest Summer RUNFEST event returns this weekend. The Swansea University Swansea Half Marathon will return for its landmark 10th anniversary event on Sunday (9th June). Starting from outside Swansea Arena, underneath the iconic Copr Bay bridge. The elite wheelchair race will
Everyone wants to be the best version of themselves as they can, especially on race day. So we’ve put together some tactics and tips to help you through those 13.1 miles ahead of the Swansea University Swansea Half Marathon. The time has come for you to run your half marathon…You’ve done your training, tapering and
TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURES / RESTRICTIONS SWANSEA UNIVERSITY SWANSEA HALF MARATHON NOTICE 2024 The Swansea Half Marathon is to be held on Sunday 9th June 2024 and will require temporary road closures and traffic restrictions to accommodate the event. SCHEDULE 1: ROAD CLOSURES –SATURDAY 8th June – SUNDAY 9th June 2000 – 1500HRS A4067 – Oystermouth
The leading fitness and leisure centres across Swansea will partner with Wales’ biggest Summer RUNFEST this June. Front Runner Events, the mass participation race organisers have announced Freedom Leisure will be the headline sponsor of the Swansea Family Fun Run for the next three years. The fun run will take place on Sunday 9th June and
