Run Wales: Abergele 10k & 5k

Starting on the promenade at Abergele/Pensarn on the North Wales coastline, this flat, fast out-and-back course is sure to be a hit with runners chasing their 5K or 10K PB. It looks to be a very scenic and beautiful flat run along the North Wales coastline, starting at Abergele and going along the coast and past Llandulas, before turning at Kneeshaw and Lupton Bridge to head back.

Entry includes a quality bespoke Medal and Technical Tshirt for all finishers in the 5k & 10k. It is also possible to do "the double" - 5k & 10k on the same day.

PLEASE NOTE: To enter this race you must register at https://www.runwales.com/e/abergele-5k-and-10k-9607 and pay the registration fee. Signing up to this Goodgym listing does not give entry to the race

We'll create a WhatsApp group for those who sign up so we can discuss logistics and transport. There is a small train station at Abergele but trains can be infrequent on a Sunday, so if you won't be driving, check transport options before signing up to the race.

This event was originally a temporary replacement for the Rhyl 10K in 2023, and was so popular, Run Wales made it a permanent fixture and added a 5k into the mix - Run Wales say the event has such a great atmosphere.

RACE DAY INFORMATION from Run Wales

Start Times:

5K: 9:30am,

10k: 11am

Race HQ / Enquiries: Opens at 8am next to the start/finish on the promenade.

Sat Nav: LL22 7PQ Abergele/Pensarn Promenade

Number and chip: Pick up at race hq.

Routes: 5K: https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2414410?units=km 10K: https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2191801?units=km

Parking: There is loads of free parking right next to the start/finish on the promenade, so if wet weather you can keep dry in your vehicle until a few minutes before the start.

Drink Stations: There will be a drink station at approx every 3 miles, also at the finish. If you require lots of water whilst running we would recommend you bring your own water bottle.

Toilets / Changing: There is a public toilet block near the start and we will also have extra portaloos. Unfortunately there are no changing facilities.

First Aid: First Aid cover will be provided by a professional medical team. First Aid station will be located at the start and finish and on course. In order to help our medical team, help youit is critical you fill out the medical history information on the back of your race number. If you are injured or unwell to carry on at any stage please notify the nearest marshal who will call for First Aid assistance. It will be the discretion of the medical team if they transport you back to the finish.

Pulling Out: If you retire from the race please return your timing chip to race hq (PLEASE AVOID THE FINISHING LINE AREA) If you plan not to return to the finish, it’s really important that you let the nearest Marshal to you know and give them your race number. This is so the organisers can account for you at the end of the race. It is your responsibility to arrange transport back to the start.

T-shirts / Medals / Prizes: There will be a Technical T-shirt and bespoke medal for all runners to collect at the finish. Presentation of prizes will be made at approx 12pm.

Prizes for Male/Female 1st, 2nd, 3rd overall and 1st in each age category.

Baggage: You may leave a small bag at the baggage area during the race, although every effort will be made to securely store your baggage, Please DO NOT leave any valuables, cash. Jewellery etc in your bag as we cannot be held responsible for any loss or damage. Items not in a bag maybe refused or left at your own risk.

Merchandise: Opens at 8:00am If you ordered a hoodie online, this can be picked up from the merchandise tent before or after the race, we will also have race day merchandise available to purchase. (Cash and card accepted) At each race there will be a huge jumble sale of old stock from past races (cash only)

Road Closures: There are no road closures required at this event.

Results: Will be available on runwales.com later in the day.

Photos: Are available at www.mickhall-photos.com

Headphones: Headphones are not allowed during this race in accordance with UK Athletics rules as the course does not have a full road closure with the exception of bone-conducting headphones. http://www.britishathletics.org.uk/competitions/rules/ and is Rule 240 S 5 UKA SUPPLEMENT HEADPHONES.

Litter: Please be mindful and respect local residents and DO NOT throw your bottles, energy gels in gardens or over walls etc. Please leave your litter at the nearest water station or with the nearest marshal. Runners will now be disqualified and taken off the results if seen deliberately discarding their rubbish outside of a water stop or not with a marshal.

Cut off times: Time limit – We ask runners to be able to keep a pace of 12- 15 min a mile. If you are running slower than this pace, you will still be able to finish, however, when directed to do so you will need to run on pavements and run as a pedestrian obeying all signals and the highway code. We cannot guarantee volunteer marshals will continue to be on course and therefore it is your responsibility to look at the route and follow the course signs. Where there are any road closures these will re-open to vehicular traffic on a rolling basis at an approximate pace of 15min mile.

• Please note that it is UKA policy that Headphones are not allowed during this race in accordance with UK Athletics rules as the course does not have a full road closure with the exception of bone-conducting headphones. http://www.britishathletics.org.uk/competitions/rules/ and is Rule 240 S 5 UKA SUPPLEMENT HEADPHONES.

The Run Wales team wish you a successful and enjoyable race.