Barry Island 10k 

The Barry Island 10K returns on Sunday 7 August at 10am.

Sun, sea, and sand provide the backdrop to the ABP Barry Island 10K – which brings a summertime festival of running to the popular seaside resort with a 10K race and family fun run. Established in 2018, it has quickly become a firm favourite with runners – renowned for it’s varied and scenic route, unbeatable crowd support and feel-good atmosphere.

It’s delivered by Run 4 Wales, the events team behind the Cardiff Half Marathon & Newport Wales Marathon and forms part of the popular Healthspan Wales 10K Series.

The 10K race takes place on fully closed roads with a rewarding route showcasing all of the town’s most scenic seaside spots and recognisable landmarks – including Whitmore Bay, the Knapp, Romilly Park and Watch House Bay.

A host of Junior Races including Fun Run, Toddler Dash and competitive Future Challengers event take place along the promenade – giving budding athletes and families a chance to get in on the action.

Races start and finish at the iconic Whitmore Bay, which also hosts an exciting Event Village with live music, entertainment, stands and tasty street food. Relax on a deck chair post-run or enjoy an optional (but very much encouraged) dip in the sea on Barry’s sandy blue flag beach.

 

 

Your messages

Laura EdinnsLaura Edinns

 

I’ve been running nearly 20 years and working for the Council for the same length of time! Looking forward to running this one with a view. We are so lucky to have this on our doorstep and so pleased to be part of it and running for an amazing cause.

See you on the 7th

Marc StephensMarc Stephens

"I am not usually one for big races and tend to run the odd 5K every now and then. However, I am up for a challenge and this seemed like the perfect opportunity – and it’s for a good cause!. Looking forward to the day now and hopefully seeing some of you in the crowds!"

Stephen, Luke and Sam

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Sean James

Sean James

Having been “enjoying” running for many a year now, I’ve been running on and off (mostly off admittedly) for the last six years following ankle surgery in 2016. My 10km PB was Barry Island 10km in 2019 in 57 minutes, 21 seconds and if I’m around that mark this year I’ll be happy.

Planning to use this as a springboard for my second Cardiff half marathon of 2022. In the words of Confucius (apparently) “It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop” – but he probably would have told me to just stop!

 

  • Volunteer

    Organisers of the Barry 10k are calling for more volunteers for the Barry 10k race, taking place on Sunday, 07 August.

     

    Volunteers will be supporting the bag drop team, handing out medals, handing our water bottles or helping out around the course as a course marshal

     

    The 10K race takes place on fully closed roads with 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. It's renowned for its scenic route, unbeatable crowd support and feel-good atmosphere.

     

    The race starts at 10am and is expected to run until 12pm.

     

    If you'd like to get involved, contact volunteers@run4wales.org or for more info, visit www.barryisland10k.co.uk.

  • Time and Location 
    Time & Location: Sunday 7th August 2022, 10am – 2 pm, Friars Road, Barry Island.

     

    10K Start: he 10K race starts on Friars Road as marked on the course map (left). The solid colour (either white, green, or yellow) behind the number on your running bib will dictate which starting pen you must assemble in

    before the race. Pens will open at 9:45am

     

    Barry Island 10K Junior Races: The Barry Island 10K Junior Races will

    commence from 12:30 with the Toddler Dash, followed at 12:45 by the Future Challengers Mile, then by the Fun Run at 13:15. All races will begin on Friars Road in Barry.