Trail Running calendar near Bristol 2025-2026

The Cider Challenge Solo is a 12-hour trail-running event held on a privately owned farm in Dorset (Myncen Farm, Minchington, Blandford Forum, DT11 8DH). Designed for solo runners, with the option to enter as part of a team, participants ha..

Explore the Gower Peninsula on 18 and 19 July 2026 from Penrice Castle basecamp, following a figure of eight route across beaches, limestone cliffs, moors and woodland. Choose a continuous 100 km, a two day 100 km or shorter loops.

Take on coastal trails at Merthyr Mawr Warren National Nature Reserve on 18 July 2026 with 12K, 40K and family races like Bunny and Toddler Dash. Expect sand dune descents, river crossings and dramatic cliffside views for a true Welsh trail..

Run 30, 50 or 100 miles along the stunning Wales Coast Path, finishing at the Norwegian Church in Cardiff Bay. Expect coastal trails, beaches and dunes with live GPS tracking and staffed checkpoints for a true seaside ultrarun.

Event overview The Apple Plod 10K.ish is a trail running event on Sunday, 19 July 2026, organised by Running Events Devon. The race distance is 10K and is described as undulating trail on a two-lap course. Participants may run or walk; ther..

Enjoy the Wye Valley Tunnel Run along the scenic Greenway, including the 1 km Tidenham Tunnel and riverside railway paths. Distances from kids Colourburst to marathon make this a family event with waymarked routes and on course feast statio..

Tackle trails and a climb to the Iron Age hillfort at Croft Ambrey on 19 July 2026, with 5 mile and 10 mile options. Fully marked courses, water stations and marshals make the scenic Herefordshire challenge welcoming to all abilities.

Take on the Selworthy Beacon Fell Race on Sun 19 Jul 2026, a punchy 6.2 km with 305 m of climb from Bossington National Trust car park. Pre entry or day entry available for a classic short fell test with stunning coastal views.

The Beacons Way Ultra is a stunning but demanding 100 km trail across the Brecon Beacons high ground including Pen y Fan. 24 hour cutoff and 250 places by application make this race ideal for experienced navigators with strong hill fitness.

Tackle an epic 100 mile ultramarathon across the Brecon Beacons National Park, summiting iconic peaks and crossing wild mountain trails. Limited to 250 runners with live GPS tracking and full checkpoint support, this is a true test of endur..

Ultra X Wales in the Brecon Beacons on 25 and 26 July 2026 offers trail races from 12 km to 110 km with aid stations along the routes. Camp on site, benefit from UTMB index status and GPS tracking for the 110 km, and earn a finisher medal.

Run a scenic 50 km loop from Dunster along the South West Coast Path across Exmoor with about 1600 m climb, or choose shorter loops and a family 10K around Dunster Castle. Camping and robust on course support make this a top summer ultra.

Run your own race at Ooops I Ran It Again Wales, a 7 hour time challenge at Dare Valley Country Park on 25 July 2026. Pick any distance from a 3 km minimum to ultra and enjoy drinks stations, a cafe and a themed medal.

Take on the Pen Y Fan Challenge for a scenic trail run to the summit of the highest peak in South Wales, with 5 mile and 13 mile options for runners aged 16 or older. Expect chip timing, a finisher medal and a fully marshalled route.

Take on EDDUM 2026 on August 1, a 50 mile loop along the Epynt Way around the Sennybridge military training area, mostly trails with plenty of climbing. The supported route features five staffed checkpoints, no time limit and a relaxed fini..

On 2 August 2026, run or walk a scenic circular route along Birmingham canals and the River Cole with 18.5, 26.5 or 30 mile options. Well supported checkpoints, finish food, a finisher badge and a cake competition promise a fun day out.

Take on the Standish Woodland Chase on 2 August 2026, a hilly just over 8 miles route along the Cotswold Way featuring woodland trails and escarpment views. All finishers receive a metal souvenir medal.

The MTC Thames Challenge is a four day, 184 mile multiday ultra along the Thames Path from the Cotswolds to the river mouth. Solo and relay entries and UTMB points appeal to experienced runners seeking an epic, supported adventure.

Tackle the 57 mile point to point MTC Cotswold Ultra along the scenic Thames Path through Cotswold countryside. Finishers receive a bespoke medal, every runner gets an MTC visor and checkpoints plus GPX keep you supported.

Tackle the MTC Oxford Ultra, a scenic 49 mile point to point ultramarathon along the Thames Path finishing in Henley on Thames. With three staffed checkpoints, mandatory GPS navigation and a finisher medal, it is a true test of endurance an..