Phoenix South Wales - Manta Ray Run
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From Phoenix Running South Wales
Saturday 30th May 2026
Past event
08:30
Treharris
£22.00–£35.00 · 2 races
5km, 10km, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable day at the Manta Ray Run, hosted by Phoenix Running South Wales on Saturday, May 30th, 2026! Set in the stunning Parc Taf Bargoed in Treharris, Mid Glamorgan, this exciting event invites both runners and walkers to experience a flexible and fun-filled day of fitness. Choose your distance from 5km to 10k, half marathon, full marathon, or even ultra distances, as you tackle the beautiful 5.3km out-and-back course that showcases the area’s breathtaking views and rich industrial history.
With staggered starts beginning at 8:30 AM and registration opening at 7:30 AM, there's no need to rush – just rock up and run at your own pace! Whether you complete one lap or challenge yourself to keep going for the full 7 hours, every participant will receive a fabulous bespoke finishers medal, and yes, there will be cake! Places are limited, so be sure to secure your spot early for this unique and inspiring event. Join us for a day of camaraderie, achievement, and the thrill of the Manta Ray Run!
With staggered starts beginning at 8:30 AM and registration opening at 7:30 AM, there's no need to rush – just rock up and run at your own pace! Whether you complete one lap or challenge yourself to keep going for the full 7 hours, every participant will receive a fabulous bespoke finishers medal, and yes, there will be cake! Places are limited, so be sure to secure your spot early for this unique and inspiring event. Join us for a day of camaraderie, achievement, and the thrill of the Manta Ray Run!
Phoenix South Wales - Manta Ray Run
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7 Hour Timed Event including 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra
Entries closed£35.00
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NO MEDAL - 7 Hour Timed Event including 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra
Entries closed£22.00
Event information
The route is primarily on tarmac with a short section on riverside trail.
The route starts adjacent to the coal cart statue and follows the path straight, past the lakes, keep going straight until you reach the turnaround point. On the way back you will take a left turn over a bridge, follow the wiggly path until you join the trail with the river on your right hand side. Once back at the lakes keep them on the right until you reach the end, cross the bridge, then turn left and make your way back to the Summit Centre.
The route starts adjacent to the coal cart statue and follows the path straight, past the lakes, keep going straight until you reach the turnaround point. On the way back you will take a left turn over a bridge, follow the wiggly path until you join the trail with the river on your right hand side. Once back at the lakes keep them on the right until you reach the end, cross the bridge, then turn left and make your way back to the Summit Centre.
Phoenix Running South Wales offers welcoming and inclusive events for all ability levels.
We welcome walkers and runners alike.
We welcome walkers and runners alike.
For your sat nav use CF46 6RD. You can park at the Summit Centre rear car park which is free. We request that you consider car sharing wherever possible to allow Summit Centre customers to also park.
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The Old Drift Mine
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Treharris
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The Old Drift Mine
Trelewis
Treharris
CF46 6RD
Heading north to Bedlinog follow the brown tourist signs for the Climbing Centre.
Organiser's description
Phoenix Running South Wales invites you to join us at Manta Ray Run on Saturday 30th May 2026.
This is one of our timed events where you choose how far to go - from 5km to 10k, half to marathon to ultra, you can complete as many, or as few, laps as you like of a 5.3km, 3.28 mile, out and back, course through Parc Taf Bargoed, a Green Flag park offering visitors access to an area of exquisite beauty and spectacular views shaped by the area's industrial past and recent redevelopment.
We welcome runners and walkers alike. Complete one lap, and you're both a finisher and a winner in our eyes or keep going and see how far you can get in the full 7-hour time . Everyone gets the fabulous bespoke finishers medal. There will be cake!
We operate our uniquely flexible rock up and run start times, so there is no waiting around if you arrive early and no added pressure if you're running a bit late. If you have any special start time requirements, get in touch, and depending on the distance you plan to run, we will try to accommodate all start time requests.
Not sure? Well, the beauty of this format is that you don't even need to decide in advance - simply come and run a lap and see how you feel on the day and keep on going if it feels right.
Places will be strictly limited so don't leave it too late to enter.
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Staggered starts from 8:30am (registration open from 7.30am)
Minimum distance is 3.28 miles or as far as you can go in 7 hours. Multi-terrain. The majority is on tarmac paths with approximately 0.5 miles on riverside trail. The overall course has an elevation gain of 37m.
This event is licensed by Welsh Athletics, race license: 26MTWA00276
This is one of our timed events where you choose how far to go - from 5km to 10k, half to marathon to ultra, you can complete as many, or as few, laps as you like of a 5.3km, 3.28 mile, out and back, course through Parc Taf Bargoed, a Green Flag park offering visitors access to an area of exquisite beauty and spectacular views shaped by the area's industrial past and recent redevelopment.
We welcome runners and walkers alike. Complete one lap, and you're both a finisher and a winner in our eyes or keep going and see how far you can get in the full 7-hour time . Everyone gets the fabulous bespoke finishers medal. There will be cake!
We operate our uniquely flexible rock up and run start times, so there is no waiting around if you arrive early and no added pressure if you're running a bit late. If you have any special start time requirements, get in touch, and depending on the distance you plan to run, we will try to accommodate all start time requests.
Not sure? Well, the beauty of this format is that you don't even need to decide in advance - simply come and run a lap and see how you feel on the day and keep on going if it feels right.
Places will be strictly limited so don't leave it too late to enter.
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Staggered starts from 8:30am (registration open from 7.30am)
Minimum distance is 3.28 miles or as far as you can go in 7 hours. Multi-terrain. The majority is on tarmac paths with approximately 0.5 miles on riverside trail. The overall course has an elevation gain of 37m.
This event is licensed by Welsh Athletics, race license: 26MTWA00276
Location
CF46 6RD B4255, Treharris, United Kingdom
Phoenix South Wales - Manta Ray Run
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Phoenix Running South Wales
At Phoenix Running South Wales we're all about being inclusive; we welcome runners, walkers, Jeffers and Nordic Walkers. We have a selection of great routes, great medals, and above all, great people.
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