Join Wales' premier running celebration at the ABP Newport Wales Marathon Festival on Sunday, 19th April 2026, a thrilling day featuring a fast marathon, half marathon, 10K, and mile race on one of Europe's flattest and most scenic courses. The flagship marathon is ranked among the world's fastest, with a route that boasts iconic landmarks like the Transporter Bridge, the historic castle, and the beautiful Gwent Levels, where nearly 70% of finishers achieve a personal best. Organized by Run 4 Wales, the team behind the Cardiff Half Marathon, the event delivers top-tier organization, a fantastic atmosphere, and the warm Welsh welcome that has made it a favorite for runners of all abilities. With the marathon and half marathon entries for 2026 already selling out quickly, securing a charity or business challenge place is the best way to guarantee your spot in this highly sought-after spring event. Whether you're chasing a qualifying time on the speedy course or soaking up the incredible support and festival vibe in the mile or 10K, this is a must-do weekend for any runner. Experience the perfect blend of city spectacle, coastal beauty, and pure running joy at one of the UK's most exciting and well-organized marathon festivals.
Races Offered
10K
Apr 19, 2026
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Half Marathon
Apr 19, 2026
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21.1K
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Marathon
Apr 19, 2026
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42.2K
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Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for April in Newport, Wales.
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6.4° / 13.5°
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2.1° / 9.6°
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Avg sunshine hours
8h 32m
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Avg rainfall
3.2 mm
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Avg wind speed
15.6 km/h (Gentle breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
Low
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Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
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Max UV Index
Moderate (3.5)
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Humidity
76.8%
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Sunrise
06:14
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Sunset
20:08
About Newport, Wales
Learn more about the host city, Newport, Wales.
Newport is a city and county borough in Wales, on the River Usk near its confluence with the Severn Estuary, approximately 12 mi (19 km) northeast of Cardiff. The population grew significantly between the 2011 and the 2021 census, increasing from 145,700 to 159,587, the largest growth of any unitary authority in Wales. Newport is the third-largest principal authority with city status in Wales and the sixth most populous overall. Newport became a unitary authority in 1996 and forms part of the Cardiff-Newport metropolitan area, and the Cardiff Capital Region.
