Runners, spectators, and supporters gathered in Llanelli today to celebrate the triumphant return of the hugely popular Llanelli Half Marathon and 10K. Sponsored by Tata Steel and powered by a dedicated team of volunteers and crew, the event was a resounding success, filled with determination, camaraderie, and unforgettable moments.
A Thrilling Start to the Running Calendar
Organisers of the race, Front Runner Events reported astonishing results from runners of all abilities. Acting Managing Director, Tash Smith expressed her delight at the turnout, particularly for the half marathon, which welcomed many first-timers and veterans:
“It was fantastic to see such a wonderful turnout at both distances. As one of the first races in the calendar for the region, this event continues to be an attractive challenge for many. We are thrilled with today’s event and to see the wonderful support of the running community and our volunteers that help us make it such a success.”
Among the day’s inspiring stories was that of 43-year old Nichola Davies, who ran the half marathon to raise awareness for kidney donation, following the donation of her kidney to her friends son.
Race Results – Who Took the Podium?
Half Marathon Winners
The competition was fierce, with some incredibly fast times recorded:
🥇 Michael Ward – 1:06:47
🥈 Matthew Nelson – 1:06:58
🥉 Lewis Munro – 1:13:46
In the women’s race, Natasha Wilson stormed to victory in a super-quick 1:16:19, followed by:
🥈 Lauren Cooper – 1:16:36
🥉 Gabriella Booth – 1:22:39
10K Winners
The Llanelli 10K topped the bill with new record set across the board:
🥇 Callum Campion – 33:03
🥈 Joseph Comerford – 33:23
🥉 Euan Coney – 33:58
Another clean swipe was recorded by female competitors with new records set:
🥇 Olivia Tsim – 34:27
🥈 Millie Gold – 36:52
🥉 Donna Morris – 37:55
Running for a Cause
This year’s official charity partners included: Prostate Cymru, and Wales Air Ambulance Wales. Those who wish to donate can do so via their JustGiving pages.
Corporate teams also battled it out in the Corporate Challenge, with companies like Tata Steel, Actif Carmarthenshire, and Gravells competing for the top spot. The winning team was the strong team of runners at Tata Steel.
A Huge Thank You
The event wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible support from businesses and volunteers, including:
- Brecon Carreg – Keeping runners hydrated 💧
- Gravells – Leading runners to an electrifying performance 🚗
- Volunteers & Cadets – Giving their time to make the day unforgettable 👏
Register Now – Don’t Miss Out!
With Early Bird Entries now open for the 2026 Llanelli 10K and Half Marathon, this is your chance to secure a spot at a discounted rate starting from £28!
📢 REGISTER HERE and be part of next year’s unforgettable race!