Trail Running calendar near Dol-y-Gaer 2026-2027

Choose your distance from 5k to Ultra on a tough off road course at Pengethley Manor. Experience vineyard trails with a seven hour time limit and unique medal options for individuals or pairs.

Two Tunnels in Bath on 21 February 2027 offers many distances and runs through two long restored, lit and surfaced railway tunnels under the city, with start and finish at Brickfields Park and a charity contribution to Sustrans.

The Terminator is an annual 12 miles trail race around the Vale of Pewsey organised by Pewsey Vale Running Club. The club describes the course as tough but rewarding, and proceeds have helped raise over £101,000 for local charities.

A 7 hour Time Challenge at Dare Valley Country Park offering flexible distances from 3 km up to 50 km, with lap counting for half marathon, marathon and ultra. Finishers receive a medal and a goody bag, with vegan options available.

Trail ultramarathon near Crickhowell offering 10, 20 and 40 mile marked routes with GPX files, canicross access, mandatory kit checks, three refuel zones and on site facilities.

A winter ultra around Bristol along the Community Forest Path, offered as a 45-mile full loop or 30-mile partial loop run anti-clockwise. The event is self-navigated with GPX files, checkpoints, chip timing and mandatory kit requirements.

A winter trail ultra around Bristol on the Community Forest Path, offered as 45 miles or 30 miles, run anti clockwise with staffed checkpoints, mandatory kit and bespoke finishers' tee and medal.

The Imber Ultra is an annual trail run of just over 33 miles organised by Avon Valley Runners and the Rotary Club of Westbury, with route details, checkpoints, results and photos provided by the organisers.

A looped trail event from Bath Racecourse with 50 km, 29 km and 10 km route options through Bath and nearby countryside, staffed rest stops, GPS tracking, medical support, and a finisher medal and T shirt.

A 50k east to west Dartmoor traverse starting at Trenchford Reservoir and finishing near Tavistock, using live GPS tracking and three checkpoints. Solo and pairs entries allowed with a 10 hour cut off.

Ras yr Aran is a 10 mile fell race with 3,100 feet of ascent and the final event in the Meirionnydd Winter Race Series. A junior race covers 3.25 km with 150 m ascent and a minimum age of 11. Parts of the upper course are unmarked and may r..

Trail races around Escot Park offer a single-lap 10K (about 10.5 km) and a two-lap half marathon, both off-road with climbs and mud; canicross categories are available and medals are awarded to all finishers.

A 32 mile loop from Baggeridge Country Park near Dudley on 21 March 2027. The mostly traffic free route uses disused railway lines and canal towpaths, includes three checkpoints and a mandatory head torch section through the 2.7 km Netherto..

A spring half marathon through way marked forest trails around Speech House Hotel with timed chip bibs, three water stations and medical cover; organised by the Rotary Club with proceeds to charity and selected for national trail championsh..

Participate in a multi terrain run around Trawsfynydd lake in the Eryri National Park. This charity event supports the local search and rescue team and offers a course featuring mixed tarmac and trail paths.

Beach races at Pendine Sands on 11 April 2027 offering 5k, 10k and Half Marathon on a firm, measured out and back sand course. All finishers receive a bespoke medal and trophies are awarded to category winners.

A trail running event using a heritage steam train between Minehead and Bishops Lydeard, offering 11 km, 11 mile and marathon options. Routes include the Quantock Hills ridgeline and sections of the Steam Coast Trail and England Coast Path.

A city-centre trail event offering a 55 km ultra and a 25 km trail run through riverside paths, woodland and parts of the old Bristol and Bath Railway. Public parking is nearby and public transport is recommended.

A guided 18 mile trail across the Malvern Hills with over 1300 m of ascent, run at a social pace. Meeting in Great Malvern with parking and nearby train access, cost £39 per person and alcohol free beer may be offered afterwards.

A last-person-standing Backyard Ultra at the Medieval Village, Cosmeston Lakes: runners repeat a fixed **6706 m** loop each hour until one athlete completes one more loop than anyone else. Camping and on-site facilities are provided.