JOIN US TO #RUNSWANSEA
7TH JUNE 2026
AUTOMATIC REWARDS
START & FINISH IN THE HEART OF THE CITY
ON FULLY CLOSED
ROADS
BESPOKE 100% RECYCLED ZINC
MEDAL
BRECON CARREG WATER EVERY 3 MILES (APPROX)
5 MILES OF STUNNING COASTLINE
& ENTERTAINMENT ZONES
WHEELCHAIR
FRIENDLY
UKA LICENSED
RACE
AIMS
CERTIFIED RACE
TRAINING PLANS
& PACERS ACROSS ALL TIMES
ROUTE INFORMATION
Participants will enjoy an iconic route that is arguably one of the most scenic coastal half marathons there is!
VOTED
THE UK’S BEST
HALF MARATHON
IN CONSECUTIVE YEARS!
Watch the event highlights here and find out why you just HAVE to run Wales’ Best Summer Half!
#RUNSWANSEA
BRING IT ON TO
#RUNELLI
Get your place at the Tata Steel Llanelli Half Marathon to take on a coastal course along the magnificent Millennium Coastal Path that’s perfect for first-timers, or those chasing a PB.
CHALLENGE YOURSELF TO
#RUNCYMRU
Join us for an event for everyone! Whether you love inspiring green spaces or are a sucker for coastal views, then you’ll run happy, as this race has it all! Choose to run the half or full marathon, the choice is yours!
RACE HIGHLIGHTS
WHAT OUR RUNNERS SAY
"Amazing atmosphere for my first half marathon! Great support all the way around the course with regular water stations…Can’t wait to do it again next year!"
RACHAEL D.
"What an amazing day! Brilliantly organised and a lovely route. Thoroughly enjoyed it and will be back next year."
GEOFFERY. H
"Amazing event, which was amazingly organized! Will definitely be taking part again next year!"
SURIA. M
"Brilliant organisation. Great event. Would definitely do it again."
MATT. R
"Brilliantly organised, marshals were fantastic, always supportive and cheering on the runners, along with great weather… awesome event!!"
BRIAN. J
LATEST NEWS
A Day To Remember As New Records Are Set!
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
Event Preview: Wales’ Biggest Summer Running Festival Returns This Sunday!
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
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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.
