Cardiff Half Marathon

ABP demonstrates commitment to a healthy workforce

A team of colleagues from Associated British Ports (ABP) is gearing up to take on the Principality Cardiff Half Marathon this weekend. ABP is a company well known for its love of running as its not only an official partner of the Principality Cardiff Half Marathon, but it is also the headline sponsor of ABP

Schoolchildren lead the way on recycling efforts

Brecon Carreg and the Principality Cardiff Half Marathon have enlisted schoolchildren from Caerphilly in a bid to encourage recycling at this year’s event on 1 October. Brecon Carreg – the event’s official water supplier and a partner in Run 4 Wales’ Climate Action Group – recently headed to Rhydri Primary School for a special arts

I’m running for Alfie who has undergone 20 operations

A Rhondda Dad – whose son was born with a rare condition which affects various parts of the body – is gearing up to run the Principality Cardiff Half Marathon in aid of Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospital for Wales. It was at a 34-week growth scan that David and wife, Sarah, discovered that Alfie had

Diolch, Extra Milers!

Monmouthshire Building Society is saying an extra special Welsh ‘diolch’ to the army of volunteers at this year’s Cardiff Half Marathon. Every year, the Cardiff Half is supported by around 800 volunteers – otherwise known as the Extra Milers. From manning water stations, marshalling, helping runners at the bag drop, handing out medals on the

Mwslima Run Club Thrives!

As we gear up for the return of the 2023 Principality Cardiff Half, we’re sharing the stories of inspiring runners taking part, many of whom have picked up life-affirming healthy habits as a result. Cardiff’s Hibak Musa can’t wait to be a part of the Principality Cardiff Half Marathon.Having helped set up Wales’ first-ever running

The Cardiff Half: How it’s evolved over the years

Having started in 2003, the Principality Cardiff Half Marathon celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. From a race in the early days of 1,500 people on the start-line, the event has now grown into the city’s most iconic date in the diary. Two members of the Run 4 Wales team, who organise the event, have

Rail industrial action on event weekend

We wanted to make you aware that industrial action has been announced by the ASLEF Union on Saturday 30 September 2023, impacting those travelling to the race by train. In addition, there will be overtime bans across the UK rail network on Friday 29 September and from Monday 2 to Friday 6 October. We advise