A one-of-a-kind trail-running and music festival is returning to a beautiful Welsh castle next summer, organisers have confirmed. Love Trails Festival was founded in 2016 and for the last few years it has taken over Weobley Castle in Llanrhidian, Gower, and a handful of nearby beaches and coastal paths for an annual action-packed long-weekend of running, rock climbing, surfing, swimming, coasteering, yoga and more, against a backdrop of some of the most stunning paths, beaches and coves in Wales.
Love Trails "transforms the [Gower] Peninsual into a natural playground" with a wide range of energetic activities and wellness sessions, organisers say. Whilst the event is predominantly aimed at people who enjoy running along trails and paths and have experience of this, the festival is also suited to people who just want a weekend to get away from the hustle and bustle of daily life and spend some time immersed in the great outdoors.
Next year's Love Trails Festival will be held from July 11 to 14 and as well as the popular organised trail runs of various ability levels, there will also be live music from bands and DJs, daily yoga sessions and movement workshops, food stalls, bars and the chance to relax and unwind at local beaches and coves throughout the weekend. For the latest Swansea (and Gower) news, sign up to our newsletter here
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Earlier this year, Early Bird tickets sold out within 90 minutes of their release. But there's no reason to panic as first release tickets go on sale on Friday, November 17 and will be offered first to the waiting list, and then the general public. You can join the waiting list online here.
Confirming next year's dates, a spokesperson for Love Trails Festival said: "Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime, as Love Trails Festival returns to the breathtaking Gower Peninsula in July, promising an unforgettable experience that's not just for runners! Set against the backdrop of lush green landscapes and pristine beaches, this year's Love Trails Festival is all about embracing the great outdoors, celebrating music, adventure activities, trail running, movement and yoga.
"Taking place on 11-14 July, Love Trails Festival 2024 is the ultimate summer getaway, perfect for those who want to escape the ordinary and immerse themselves in a weekend of fun and discovery.
"Known as the world’s first running & music festival, the festival offers outdoor runs exploring the amazing local trails (with distances and paces for all abilities), while the event has grown to offer hiking and swimming adventures, a whole range of movement workshops, and even action sports activities. This event is not just for seasoned runners – it's for anyone who's up for great music, good vibes, and a whole lot of adventure."
