Cardiff University / Cardiff Half Marathon

  • Date Sun 27th March 2022
  • Location Cardiff

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Cardiff University/Cardiff Half Marathon on Sunday, March 27, 2022! This vibrant event, taking place in the beautiful city of Cardiff, has become one of the largest and most exciting road races in the UK, attracting runners from all over Europe. The half marathon features a predominantly flat and fast course, making it perfect for both novices and seasoned athletes alike.

Starting just outside the iconic Cardiff Castle, participants will enjoy a scenic route that winds past Cardiff City Stadium and the stunning Penarth Marina. Runners will then cross the barrage, taking in the breathtaking views of Cardiff Bay before looping around the picturesque Roath Park Lake. The race culminates with a grand finish at the Civic Centre, right in the heart of the city. Don't miss out on the full weekend of festivities, including a family-friendly Festival of Running on Saturday. Join the excitement and be part of Wales' largest mass participation and multi-charity fundraising event!

Cardiff University / Cardiff Half Marathon

Sun 27th March 2022

A group of runners participating in a race on a sunny day. Some spectators watch from the side. The background features a historic castle tower and lush green trees. Runners wear various athletic outfits and bib numbers.

Organiser's Description

The Cardiff University/Cardiff Half Marathon has grown into one of the largest and most exciting road races in the UK. It is now one of Europe’s largest half marathons and is Wales’ largest mass participation and multi-charity fundraising event. The predominately flat and fast course makes it ideal for both beginners and elites.

The race starts outside Cardiff Castle and heads down past Cardiff City Stadium on the way to Penarth. It takes in the glorious Penarth Marina before crossing the barrage and heading to, and running right through the heart of, Cardiff Bay. It then heads towards the North of the City, completes a loop of the beautiful Roath Park Lake, before the grandstand finish in the heart of the city at the Civic Centre.

The event offers a full weekend of activities, with a host of family-friendly activities at Saturday’s Festival of Running preceding Sunday’s half marathon.

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Jonny

·6 years ago

Great Event. Loved it Great atmosphere from start to finish, especially around Cardiff Bay
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Mark

·6 years ago

Awesome event. I can’t praise this event enough. Crowds all the way round. A great course- no loops, changing scenery and a great sense of achievement.

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Castle, Cardiff, UK

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