Conwy Half Marathon
Date: 15th November 2026
Start Time: 9:30am
This race is now 98% full, don't delay enter today!
Run like you've never run before at the iconic, fast Conwy half marathon in the capital of North Wales.
Voted in the top 5 most scenic Half Marathons in the UK by Readers of Runners World”, This GREAT Half Marathon now in its 18th year is a classic race on the calendar” With a start & finish on the bridge near the quayside in front of the 700+ year old Conwy Castle. 2025 Saw over 4,000 runners take part, many PB’s were achieved.
The route runs along the road adjacent to the Conwy River as it proceeds towards Deganwy and the West Shore Llandudno, from there it goes along church Walks towards Llandudno Pier, then around the Great Orme taking in views of the Isle of Anglesey, Puffin Island and the surrounding North Wales coastline, then back to Conwy and the finish line.
Route: https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1706413?units=miles
Video links:
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A quality bespoke Medal and Technical Tshirt for all finishers.
Fun Run: 8:45am Start.
Is entry on the day £5, the route is from the Half marathon finish line on an out and back route over Conwy bridge, approx 1 mile).
A quality bespoke medal for all finishers, it is open to all ages, but we do ask for children 9 and under to be accompanied by an adult.
Fun Run registration is on the Quayside from 7:30am.
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Race Day Info
Arrival in Conwy
Conwy is a small town, and on large events like this it can become very congested, so if approaching via the Conwy bridge, please try to arrive and park in Conwy before 8.30am as we will be shutting the roads for the event and you may have to take a diversion (via the Tunnel) which could delay you getting to the start line.
Please be patient and factor in about an additional approx 30mins to your journey.
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Race HQ / Enquiries:
Opens at 7:45am on the quayside and closes at 9:15am
It is just a 1 minute walk from the start.
Start Time:
9:30am
There will be predicted finish time zone signs along the bridge, make sure you wait to start in these.
Park & Ride (New for 2026)
We have a new park & ride service one mile from the start, rotating every 20 minutes from 8am, it is located just as you come off the A55 Junction 17, or you could walk from here, it's all sign posted to the start.
Toilets: Location TBC
There are also portable toilets at approximately mile 3.5 (first water station) and 7 (second water station).
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 recommend you bring your own water bottle.
Litter Zones: (New)
This year we will have litter zones sign posted, you MUST drop your water bottles/gel packets etc in the big yellow bags provided within the zone or with the nearest marshal. .
Please be mindful and respectful to local residents and DO NOT throw your bottles, energy gels in gardens or over walls etc.
Runners will now be disqualified and taken off the results if seen deliberately discarding their rubbish outside of a litter zone or not with a marshal.
First Aid:
First Aid cover will be provided by a professional medical team. First Aid stations will be located at the start and finish plus mobile medical teams out on the course.
In order to help our medical team help you, it is critical that you fill out the medical information form 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 remove and discard the timing chip (spongy thing) from the back of your bib, 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 we 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 T-shirt and medal for all runners to collect at the finish.
Once you have collected them, please keep moving along to allow people behind you to collect theirs.
The Tshirt size you chose will be printed on your race bib, this cannot be changed on the day.
If you are fast enough to be in the first 3 men and first 3 ladies to cross the line, presentation of prizes for you will be at 11:15am next to the PA trailer, you must (strictly) be there to collect it or you will forfeit it, it will not be posted out. category prizes will be presented at 12pm, please make sure you are at presentation if you think you have won a prize. We're a friendly bunch, ask at the finish line if you think your in with a chance.
Castles series medal
If you have completed the four castles race series, don't forget to pick up your special series medal from the merchandise tent. (The big white marquee)
We will have a list to check your eligibility.
Prizes for Male/Female 1st, 2nd, 3rd overall and 1st in each age category.
Baggage:
The baggage station is on the quayside (in the big white marquee) just a 1 minute walk from the start, this is open from 7:45am.
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. Bicycles CANNOT be left here.
PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU FIX THE YELLOW TAG THAT IS AT THE BOTTOM OF YOUR BIB TO YOU BAGGAGE, YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO LEAVE BAGGAGE WITHOUT THE TAG.
Merchandise:
Opens at 8:00am
If you ordered a hoodie online, these 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)
Also at each race we have a huge jumble sale of old stock from past races at hugely discounted prices.
Road Closures:
Full road closure details at the bottom of this page
There will be road closures in place at this race, the whole route will be closed to traffic, however, breaches are sometimes made by impatient motorists, so please be vigilant at all times and always listen to the marshals instructions, this means no headphones are allowed.
When crossing a road please listen to marshals’ instructions on crossing points and keep on the Left at all times unless instructed to do differently.
Please be aware that we must maintain access to residents and emergency vehicles at all times.
Results:
Will be available on runwales.com later in the day.
Photos:
Are available at www.mickhall-photos.com
Cut off times:
Time limit – We ask runners to be able to keep a pace of 12- 15min a mile and complete a half marathon in 3hrs to 3:30hrs. 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.
Road closures will re-open to vehicular traffic on a rolling basis at an approximate pace of 15min mile.
Directions / Parking
We recommend you arrive in Conwy in plenty of time, Conwy is a small town and can become very congested on large events like this, the race start is only a five minute walk from car parks 1 & 2.
We have 2 main parking areas available, parking charges apply £5, please have change for the parking attendant, they don't have a credit card machine.
If you are local, please try and park in the surrounding areas, Deganwy, Llandudno Junction.
Car Parks 1 & 2 : If travelling from Chester direction, use J18 on the A55.
Sat nav LL32 8FZ
There is an additional car park that is local authority patrolled, **PLEASE BE AWARE, THIS HAS A 4 HOUR RESTRICTION AND YOU CANNOT RETURN AND TOP IT UP FOR AN HOUR, SO NOT IDEAL IF YOU ARE THE RUNNER.
Overflow located at the park & ride, jct17 A55, just follow the signs.
Overflow Conwy Business Centre, Llandudno Junction, jct18 A55, LL31 9XX by McDonalds.
The later you arrive the longer it will take to walk the start, which is 09.30am, we will not delay the start under any circumstances. The furthest parking area is approx a 10-15 minute jog or 20-25 min walk to the start.
Marshals will be on hand at all parking areas to guide you.
Users of Run Wales car parks do so at their own risk. Management will not accept liability for any accident or damage caused whilst on site. Parking is done at your own risk.
PLEASE NOTE: Strictly NO parking at the Llandudno Junction Leisure Centre by Tesco, this is a small community leisure centre and for Leisure centre use only.
There are now parking restrictions at the Cineworld entertainment complex with a camera in operation. You can be fined for unauthorised parking!
When parking in residential areas, please be respectful and DO NOT park on any public green land, especially near the Aberconwy School area.
Roads closure details
8.30am-4pm, Full Closure, Conwy Road, Conwy (The Cob/bridge) however we anticipate this to re open by 2pm.
9am – 10:30am
Full closure both directions.
The B546 main big roundabout by Lidl through Deganwy Village to Maesdu Avenue/Bryniau Rd roundabout (by the hospital) and along Bryniau road, Great Ormes road, St Davids Hospice.
The entrance to Lidl will be open for 10am, please use the main entrance to access Lidl as the road to the rear will be closed, runners will be using Glan y Mor road by the rear of the store.
9.30am – 1.30pm Glan Y Mor Road, Llandudno Junction (rear of Lidl)
9.30am – 9.50am there will be very limited access out of Deganwy quay as the runners make their way past the entrance at the start of the race.
9am – 1.30pm Deganwy Quay, traffic management operatives will be allowing access to and from the Quay when safe to do so, however, please expect some delays, there will be no traffic allowed towards Llandudno.
9.30am – 12.30pm Maesdu Road, Bryniau Rd, Gloddaeth Avenue-(from the roundabout to the Lilly hotel) onto West Parade.
10am – 11.30am Abbey road, up Church walks past Ysgol San Sior, then down Church walks towards the pier, going past the top of Mostyn street (Empire hotel).
10am – 11am North parade from Church walks and past the Grand hotel and on to Marine drive.
Traffic management operatives will be allowing access for residents and businesses when safe to do so, however, please expect some delays.
10am– 12pm Marine drive, toll gate to toll gate.
Please use an alternative route where possible.
Roads will be reopened on a rolling basis as runners go through each section closed off, we expect to have all roads re-opened by 1.30pm.
The Run Wales team wish you a successful and enjoyable race.
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Route
The race starts on Conwy Quayside next to the river Conwy and in front of the 700+ year old Conwy Castle, from here it proceeds along the road through to Deganwy (appprox 2 miles) and on to the West Shore in the Victorian Town of Llandudno (approx 3.5 miles) (first water station) then along Church Walks and past the pier. Next is the tough bit as you go around the Great Orme (from approx 5 miles), this is undulating and also has a couple of steep sections (never the less PB’s are being made) after approx 2 miles of being on the orme (second water station) you begin a 2 mile down hill section which returns you to the West shore (approx 9.5 miles) (third water station) as you retrace the route back to the finish on Conwy Quayside (13.1 miles).
Full interactive map and route profile can be found following the link: click here