SUNDAY 4 AUGUST 2019
Sun, sea, and sand provide the backdrop to the Barry Island 10K – which brings a summertime festival of running to the popular seaside resort with a 10K race and family fun run. A firm favourite with runners – renowned for it’s varied and scenic route, unbeatable crowd support and feel-good atmosphere.
The 10K race takes place on fully closed roads with a challenging yet rewarding route showcasing all of the town’s most scenic seaside spots and recognisable landmarks – including Whitmore Bay, the Knap, Romilly Park and Watch House Bay.
A host of children’s activities including a Family Fun Run and Toddler Dash take place along the promenade – giving budding athletes and families a chance to get in on the action.
The event is delivered by Run 4 Wales, the team behind the Cardiff Half Marathon, Newport Wales Marathon & VELOTHON Wales.
Time & Location: Sunday 4th August 2019.
Race Pack: A running number will be posted to participants 2 weeks prior to the race.
What’s Included: 10K race entry includes a finishers medal, technical race t-shirt, on-course water station, live bands and entertainment, Event Village facilities and live tracking via the Run 4 Wales app.
Wheelchairs & Buggies: Entry is open to wheelchairs in both the 10K & Family Fun Run. Buggies are only permitted in the Fun Run.
Corporate Challenge: Click here to find out more about our Corporate Packages.
Elite Entry: Click here for more information on qualifying times and prize money.
Click here to pre-register.
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The Barry Island 10K will return to the famous seaside resort on Sunday 4 August, 2019 following the incredible success of the inaugural event. Sun, sea and sand will greet thousands of runners as the race returns as part of next year’s Run 4 Wales 10K Series. Around 3,500 participants made the first edition of … Continued
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The race forms part of the Run 4 Wales 10K Series and Healthspan 10 Initiative.
The series includes four 10K races with varied courses across 4 unique locations – at the Cardiff Bay Run, ABP Newport Wales 10K, Barry Island 10K and a soon to be unveiled new race.
A limited number of discounted Multi-Event Passes are available for runners looking to sign up to two or more races, and save up to £17.
With the discount increasing when you sign up to more events, why not commit to your 2019 fitness and look forward to a world-class experience at a series of our 10K events all year long?
Pre-register here and be notified as soon as Multi-Event Passes go on sale.
The route of the Barry Island 10K takes in all of the area’s most scenic seaside spots.
It will begin near the sea front at Whitmore Bay and take participants from the promenade through Barry’s regenerated retail area before arching around the iconic Barry Dock Offices building. After heading up Subway Road, runners will go down Broad Street, pass Barry Train Station and head into the pretty Romilly Park.
Scenic views of the Bristol Channel and Porthkerry Country Park await runners from the 6K mark, before running alongside the picturesque Knapp pebble beach and Watch House Bay. Next, they’ll run up The Parade before heading back to the Island to take on the final 2K.
Runners will pass the roaring crowds before a loop of the amusement centre and a downhill finish alongside the gardens of Friars Road, overlooking Whitmore Bay.
A host of children’s activities take place alongside the Barry Island 10K.
A Family Fun Run gives budding athletes and families a chance to get in on the action with a fun route across the Promenade.
The 50m Toddler Dash allows the youngest of competitors to get involved.
Barry Island is the ideal location for a great day out for the whole family. As well as the children’s races you’ll find a whole host of things to do in our Event Village and of course the iconic blue flag sandy beach and amusements.
The event forms part of the Barry Island Weekenders festival – which also includes the Isle of Fire and Cinema by the Sea. The race takes place during the special sporting weekender.
Find out more about what’s happening here.
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