The Half Marathon Route
The Conwy Half Marathon runners set off from Conwy quay, pass the 700 year old medieval castle and cross over the bridge. They run through Deganwy and into Llandudno enjoying fantastic coastal views over to Anglesey on the way.
Now comes the hard but the best part. The runners begin their ascent up the Great Orme – a truly breath taking experience !
Since 2018 Batala Bangor , a local samba reggae band, have drummed up a storm as the runners head towards the Orme .
The runners ascend to the summit ,taking in the most amazing panoramic views, and watched by the now world famous Kashmiri Goats who live and graze on the hillside. Except when we were in full lockdown and they came down and took over the town. They made front page headlines and worldwide news channels with their antics!
This section finishes on the other side of the Orme at the beautiful West Shore Beach where the runners then join the circuit back to Conwy quay.
Feedback from Runners
Guests who stay with us to do the marathon all report that it’s well worth it for the views. Several guests return year after year to stay with us and run the Conwy Half Marathon.
It is also a very popular event with local runners and charity fundraisers.
Conwy was voted in the top five most scenic Half Marathons in the UK by the readers of Runners World.
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Check out the Run Wales website for up to date information on all the North Wales and Snowdonia runs they organise. We’re happy to take provisional bookings for any event you plan to attend . Just drop us an e mail or use this contact form reservations@castlebankhotel.co.uk
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