Sunday, January 31, 2027
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An eight-mile road race run on the peaceful country lanes around Goldcliff and Nash villages on the edge of Newport. Marshals line the course to cheer runners through a flat, welcoming route suitable for a personal best or a first road race.
Country lanes of Goldcliff and Nash villages
Reputedly the flattest race on the planet
Edge of Newport, South Wales
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Race number with bib chip, worn unfolded and visible on the front
Name and details of any health or medication problems written on the back of the race number
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The Lliswerry 8 is an 8-mile road race starting from the Lliswerry High School area in Newport. You can expect a friendly, well-established race atmosphere, with a route on flat country lanes through Goldcliff and Nash. Arrive early, allow time to collect your number if required, use the facilities, warm up and get to the start. Follow marshals and official announcements for the latest start and finish procedures.
Yes. The Lliswerry 8 is described as working equally well as a spring marathon tune-up or a friendly first step into road racing. The course is 8 miles on road, using flat country lanes around Goldcliff and Nash, so it is less intimidating than a hilly or trail event. Use it to practise race-day routines, pacing and fuelling, but respect the distance and conditions.
Newport, United Kingdom
Sunday, January 31, 2027
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€33
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