RUN THE gower peninsula
NEW DATE: 27 - 29 SEPTEMBER 2024
PRICE PER PERSON:
£350
BOOK WITH JUST 10% DEPOSIT + PAY OFF IN INSTALLMENTS
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EXPERIENCE OVERVIEW
Conquer an iconic section of the Wales Coast Path around the Gower Peninsula that will immerse you in the wild beauty of coastal Wales. With its dramatic cliff scenery, golden beaches and picturesque villages, this trail-running adventure will take in one of the most treasured landscapes of the UK.
Setting off from the spectacular Oxwich Bay, our route heads west along the iconic Gower Coast Path, taking in wide-open vistas at every turn where towering cliffs and golden sandy beaches blend harmoniously.
Heading inland, the trail winds through dense woodlands, sprawling heathlands and open meadows. We’ll make stops at ancient historic sites that offer a glimpse into the rich history of this sublime region.
This fully-guided adventure takes in a distance of 56km which is split over two days. It will be challenging at times with rocky terrain and steep sections to climb making it all the more rewarding.
In the afternoons wander along the sandy beaches or through picturesque villages before retreating to a cosy pub which makes for a perfect base to relax at the end of each day.
INCLUDES:
One night accommodation in a traditional pub
Fully-supported trail running trip
Breakfast and picnic lunches on running days
Two qualified trail running guides
Support vehicle throughout (fully stocked with nutrition, snacks etc)
Two days of trail running on exceptional trails
Aid stations
Running technique and advice from UK qualified coaches
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ITINERARY
+ DAY 1: ARRIVE INTO LLANGENNITH
+ DAY 2: TRAIL RUNNING OXWICH BAY - RHOSSILLI - LLANGENNITH
+ DAY 3: LLANGENNITH - OXWICH BAY VIA KING ARTHUR'S STONES AND THREE CLIFFS BAY
OUR ROUTE
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OUR ITINERARY
DAY 1 | ARRIVE INTO THE GOWER
Welcome to the Gower!
For those arriving for the pre-arrival night, you can check into your rooms from 15:00, relax and get your bearings after your day of travelling.
Our Pure Trails team will be at the King’s Head hotel from 16:00 onwards for drinks in the bar. This gives us the time to meet you, answer any questions and discuss a kit check in advance of starting on the trail tomorrow.
A table has been booked for a group dinner at 19:30. If you are not staying at the hotel you are most welcome to join us (please let us know in advance). Over dinner, we'll give a full briefing about the adventure ahead.
Optional: Overnight at the King’s Head Hotel
DAY 2 | TRAIL RUNNING OXWICH - RHOSSILLI - LLANGENNITH
Trail Running: Approx. 28km
For those staying with us the night before prepare your kit and drop bags to our support vehicle for transfer to Oxwich Bay, which is a 5min drive away.
If you are joining us this morning you can make your way directly to Oxwich Bay, park your car and we will meet you there.
Today we have a beautiful 28km trail run that takes us from Oxwich Bay to Llangennith, via Rhossilli Bay.
We have a vehicle support with us at intervals providing nutrition, snacks and lunches throughout.
Our day finishes in Llangennith, where we’ll check into the King’s Head Hotel for check in and time to relax.
Drinks and dinner in the hotel restaurant.
Overnight at the King’s Head Hotel
DAY 3 | LLANGENNITH - OXWICH BAY VIA KING ARTHUR'S STONES AND THREE CLIFFS BAY
Trail Running: Approx. 28km
After breakfast this morning we’ll check out our rooms and leave luggage with reception.
Come prepared in our running kit where we’ll be pick up from where we finished yesterday.
Today’s trail run is 28km from Llangennith to Oxwich Bay, via King Arthur’s stones and Three Cliffs Bay.
Completing our journey we’ll have a celebratory picnic lunch at our finish, with time to relax and look back on the 56km we’ve run.
From there on in its goodbyes with a late afternoon departure home.
WHERE WE STAY
THE KINGS HEAD, GOWER
We’ll be staying in cosy local pub for the two nights of this trip. The Kings Head offers a fantastic location with easy access to the route start and finish points. As a traditional local public house, it offers a good atmosphere and feel for this part of Wales. Both evenings will be spent dining in house and rooms are twin or double occupancy.
IMPORTANT NOTES
+ WHERE CAN I PARK MY CAR?
You can park your car at the offical Oxwich Bay car park (paid locally and costs approx. £6 per day) and leave it there for the duration.
Alternatively if you are arriving the night before you can leave your car at the Kings Head hotel for the duration of the trip as well.
Eitherway, we have transfers available to connect you back to your vehicle once the trip finishes.
+ WHAT IF I DON'T HAVE A CAR. HOW DO I GET THERE?
We'd recommend taking a train to Swansea central, and then connecting with the bus service which departs from Swansea Quadrant Bus Station to all parts of the Gower Peninsula.
+ I HAVE DIETARY REQUIRMENTS, CAN YOU CATER FOR IT?
Absolutely. We'll be running the aid points ourselves and can cater for everyone.
Breakfast and evening meals are hosted by the Kings Head Hotel on both days and any dietary requirements can be easily handled.
+ WHAT IS THE TERRAIN LIKE?
The terrain is undulating and includes some steep hill sections which we walk, as well as some steep downhill sections at times.
We’ll be running predominantly on coastal paths for day one which can be stoney and tight in sections. Day two will take in woodlands, expansive heathland scenery along with passing through quaint villages. Underfoot conditions consist of a mixture of hard-packed, as well as bouldery sections … and in Wales you should always expect there could be muddy sections!
+ WHAT SHOULD I BRING?
We will send you a complete packing list in advance of the trip beginning so you are clear on what to pack.
+ WHAT FITNESS IS REQUIRED FOR THE TRIP?
This trip is suitable for all abilities of runner, but you should have a base level of fitness to be able to handle two days of back to back running.
Our goal is not to run a race but for everybody to experience a beautiful journey.
+ WHAT ABOUT IF THE GROUP HAS A MIXTURE OF RUNNING ABILITIES?
Every trip we have ever run has a mixture of people and running abilities. These are NOT training camps, but adventures that are designed for an experience, you can expect a lot of stops, and ALOT of laughs each day.
We also have x 2 running guides on this trip which means we can bubble up with zero pressure around how fast or slow you'd like to run.
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