A scenic autumn road running event in Bangor, Gwynedd, Wales, featuring both a 10 kilometre and a Half Marathon (21.1 km) option. The races start and finish in the city centre and take in coastal views along the Menai Strait, woodland paths and open roads, with an event village atmosphere and chip timing for all participants.

Key Details

Date & Time
Sunday, 4 October 2026 — Start for both races: 10:00 AM.

Location
Bangor city centre, Gwynedd, Wales — start/finish next to Deiniol Shopping Centre (postcode LL57 1NW) with coastal sections over the Menai Strait toward Anglesey.

Event Type
Road running — 10 km (10 K) & Half Marathon (13.1 mi).

Organiser
Run Wales — part of a series of Welsh running events.

Race Description
Both distances begin and finish in the heart of Bangor and include sections that run along the coastline and the Garth Pier over the Menai Strait, offering views of Anglesey, Snowdonia and the North Wales coast. Runners also traverse woodland and urban roads with partial closures, making it suitable for a broad range of abilities, from first-timers to regular road racers.

What’s Included

• Chip-timed results and official race timing.

• Finishers’ medal and technical t-shirt for participants.

• On-course drink stations and support.

• Event village atmosphere with facilities and spectators.

Additional Information

• The 10K is open to runners aged 15 and over; the Half Marathon to those 17 and over.

• The route uses partially closed roads, so standard UK Athletics guidance applies (headphones discouraged unless bone-conducting).

• Prize categories typically include overall and age-group awards for both distances.

• Parking is pay-and-display in Bangor town centre; toilets and bag drop facilities near the start.