What time does it start?

We offer flexible start times, simply come to the start area when you are ready to run and we will get you going.

What is available at the aid station?

We have a selection of jelly sweets and chocolate, cakes and biscuits as well as savoury snacks such as pretzels and crisps. Vegan and gluten free options are clearly marked. Drinks include water, different flavour squash, and cola. Note: we are a cupless event - please bring your own reusable cup or drinks bottle that we can refill for you

Are there toilets and changing?

Toilets, showers and changing are available within the Climbing Centre adjacent to Race HQ and will be open from 8am.

There is no official bag drop but you are welcome to leave a small bag at race HQ at your own risk and these will be easily accessible to you throughout the event. Please leave valuables in your car or take them with you on your run.

How many laps for my distance?

One lap is measured to be 3.28 miles, just over 5km. Two laps is 6.56 miles, just over 10km. Four laps is 13.1 miles, half marathon. Eight laps is 26.2 miles, marathon distance. Nine or more laps is an ultramarathon.

All participants must be finished by 3.30pm

Phoenix South Wales - Spinning Around

4.0 · 1 review

From Phoenix Running South Wales

Date Sat 25th April 2026
Time 08:30
Location Treharris, Mid Glamorgan
Price £35.00
Races 1 race
Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra

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A colorful medal with "The Dragonfly Run" in red script, featuring a detailed dragonfly with blue wings. The medal hangs in front of green leafy plants.

Phoenix South Wales - Spinning Around

Sat 25th April 2026

4.0 · 1 review

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Event summary

Join us for the exciting Phoenix South Wales - Spinning Around event organized by Phoenix Running South Wales on Saturday, April 25th, 2026, in the stunning surroundings of Treharris, Mid Glamorgan. This unique medal remix event offers runners and walkers the opportunity to choose their distance, from a fun 5km to an impressive ultra marathon, all on a beautiful 5.3km out-and-back course through the picturesque Parc Taf Bargoed. With a flexible format and staggered starts beginning at 8:30 am, participants can enjoy a relaxed atmosphere without the stress of traditional races. Whether you complete just one lap or challenge yourself to go the distance within the full 7-hour time limit, everyone is a winner and will take home a fabulous bespoke finishers medal. Don't miss your chance to be part of this memorable event—register early as places are limited!

Phoenix South Wales - Spinning Around

Sat 25th April 2026

A "Flamingo Run" medal featuring a pink flamingo hangs in front of vibrant pink hydrangea flowers. The medal has a matching pink ribbon and colorful, tropical design.

A colorful "The Bumblebee Run" medal featuring a blue and yellow bumblebee on a ribbon, displayed in front of pale green hydrangea flowers and lush green leaves.

Organiser's Description

Phoenix Running South Wales invites you to join us at Spinning Around on Saturday 25th April 2026 for a medal remix event. This is your chance to grab a medal you have missed.

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.

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.

Welsh Athletics race license applied for.