Caerphilly Trail 5k and 10k

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  • Date Sun 16th February 2025
  • Time 10:00
  • Location Caerphilly, Mid Glamorgan
  • Price £26.00 - £30.00
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 10km, 5km

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Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating outdoor experience at the Caerphilly Trail 5k and 10k, organized by the passionate team at Ridge Runners! Taking place on Sunday, February 16, 2025, in the picturesque town of Caerphilly, Mid Glamorgan, this event promises to be a highlight of the running calendar.

With its unique trail routes, this race is perfect for both seasoned athletes and newcomers alike. Participants can expect to navigate hidden trails through enchanting woods, tackle hilly moors, and maybe even embrace a little mud along the way. The Caerphilly Trail 5k and 10k is not just another race; it's an adventure that showcases the stunning countryside just a stone’s throw from Cardiff. Enjoy fully marked routes and the support of dedicated volunteers—fellow runners who understand the importance of a great race day experience. Join us for a day filled with camaraderie, challenge, and the joy of trail running in a beautiful setting!

Caerphilly Trail 5k and 10k

Sun 16th February 2025

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Organiser's Description

Quite simply - our vision is to put on the very best races. And our 5 star ratings and full entry lists tell a story.

This is one of the very few trail 5K and 10K races that is a genuine trail route, not the last few miles of an Ultra or a loop around a park. It has everything, from hidden trails through woods, hilly moors and a little bit of mud - well in a good year. This race has become infamous and part of many fireside stories

These quiet trails are within a stone’s throw of Cardiff, the capital city, and and yet feel a world away. A perfect race to start your trail running adventures, test your speed on challenging terrain or simply explore a new area! These are great routes and will be fully marked so you can relax and enjoy the beautiful countryside around Caerphilly.

All along the route you will be supported by one of the best signed trail races, and supported by an amazing crew of volunteers. The volunteers are all runners, who put this on simply because of their love for the sport - they know how they would like to be supported, and that shows everytime you see them.

Races

  • Caerphilly Trail 10k

    £30.00

    Booking for more than 1?
  • Caerphilly Trail 5k

    £26.00

    Booking for more than 1?

Reviews

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3 reviews

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Fay

·10 months ago

Brilliant race, beautiful scenery and friendly people all around. Only small feedback is maybe more arrows as it was quite easy to go the wrong way. But I thoroughly enjoyed and will definitely be signing up for another! Thank you
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Andrew

·a year ago

A super friendly event in beautiful countryside. Be prepared for spectacular views, big hills, and lots of mud!
Hello Andrew Thanks ever so much for you kind words, we rreally appreciate people taking the time to provide feedback - it means a lot to us
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Mairead

·a year ago

Loved every second. Really well organised, great tracker and lovely supportive marshals on the route. Well done on organising such a brilliant event. Hope to take part in the 10km next year.
Really glad you enjoyed it. Thank you ever so much for the feedback (sorry for the delay, only just noticed this feature in Find a Race ). Feedback is so important for us. We are runners ourselves, and want to put on races we would love to do ourselves
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Location

31 Coed Main, Caerphilly, CF83 1RS, United Kingdom

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