The Bryn Meadows Caerphilly 10K and 2K Run returned on Sunday 11th May 2025, welcoming around 3,000 runners to Caerphilly town centre in one of the region’s most popular running events.
This year marked a significant milestone, with both the 10K and 2K selling out for the first time in the event’s history, highlighting its growing popularity and strong community support.
Around 2,000 runners took on the 10K route, which winds through the town centre past iconic landmarks including the Tommy Cooper statue, giant cheese sculpture, and Caerphilly Castle. The course remains a favourite with runners of all levels thanks to its fast, friendly layout.
Jonathan Butler of Swansea Harriers won the 10k event with a time of 30 minutes and 38 seconds, while Olivia Tsim of Pontypridd Roadents was the fastest female, finishing in 34 minutes and 56 seconds. Earlier in the day, Dylan Powell claimed victory in the 2k event with a time of 6 minutes and 11 seconds.
The 2K run, held earlier in the morning, was another highlight. With local schools, community groups, and sports clubs taking part in large numbers.
Cllr. Sean Morgan, Leader of Caerphilly County Borough Council, said:
“It’s been a fantastic day, it was an absolute party all around the course. So good to see both runners and spectators enjoying this great event.
Seeing both events sell out for the first time is a credit to the Sport and Leisure Team and brings us even closer to a cost neutral event. With ever constrained budgets, it is essential this council thinks outside the box to deliver and be sustainable for the future.”
Cllr. Chris Morgan, Cabinet Member for Leisure, added:
“The Bryn Meadows Caerphilly 10K and 2K are brilliant events for the community. It’s a proud moment to see so many people getting involved, whether they were running, volunteering or cheering from the sidelines.”
Organised by Caerphilly County Borough Council, the event is supported by headline sponsor Bryn Meadows Golf, Hotel & Spa, Car partner Griffin Mill and wider partners Welsh Athletics and Llamau.
The next Bryn Meadows Caerphilly 10K & 2K will take place on Sunday 10th May 2026. Entries are now open, with prices frozen at the current standard rate until 30th September 2025.
