Trail Running calendar near Cardington 2026-2027

The Brecon Beacons 51k trail run starts in Talybont-on-Usk on 8 August 2026. The route heads into the hills for panoramic views across the Brecon Beacons countryside.

Open to Offas is a classic challenge in the Clwydian Hills of Northeast Wales. Choose from three route distances, all following the historic Offa's Dyke Path. Walkers and runners are welcome on this scenic, hilly adventure.

Tackle a classic Saddleworth fell race with sweeping views over Manchester on a testing 10 km course with 400 m of climb. Mass start from the Cross Keys Inn with on the day entry available and a well earned chip butty at the finish.

A short, historic fell race from Buxworth to the summit of Eccles Pike and back. The AS classified course is about 3.4 miles with roughly 275 m of climb, offers age category prizes, and includes a small travel voucher incentive.

Ricky's Race is a challenging 7.3 km trail run near Matlock, featuring steep woodland climbs and a final punishing ascent to the Oker Trig Point. The route offers technical descents and spectacular valley views. Registration is online only..

The Flagg Moor Run returns in 2026. This 5.5-mile fell race takes runners on a scenic, mostly off-road tour through the fields and lanes of the Peak District. Participants must be at least 16 years old.

SkyRun Eryri in Rhyd-Ddu, Eryri/Snowdonia stages four mountain races from 16 km to 55 km on 15 August 2026, with large elevation gains, aid stations and a mix of ridgelines, scrambling and technical trails.

Take on the Piethorne Fell Race on Sun 16 Aug 2026: a 10 km test with 275 m of climb across the scenic South West Pennines. Starts at the Bulls Head in Newhey with cash prizes for record breakers and both pre entries and on the day entry.

Take on the Fellrunner on Sunday 16 August 2026 in Crowden in the Peak District, a testing 12.9 km course with 518 m of climb across wild moorland and open fell. Pre entry and on the day entry available; open to runners aged 18 and over.

Take on Edale's Ring of Hell in the Peak District, with four tough trail distances from 10 miles to an ultra. Expect steep climbs, rocky descents, and a self-navigated route through varied natural terrain. All finishers get a medal, with we..

Tackle a 45 or 30 mile ultra run on a loop around Bristol. Starting from Aston Park School, the event offers two challenging distances. Registration closes on 21 August 2026.

The Beast of Llangattock is a Welsh trail running event with four distances, from 10 km to a 32-mile ultra. Routes showcase panoramic mountain views, open moorland, and historic trails. The event features well-stocked checkpoints, mandatory..

Trail half marathon and 10k around Carsington Water on 22 August 2026, on marked and marshalled paths. The event includes an event village with food and finish-line goodies and a discounted event t-shirt with entry.

The Phoenix Afterglow is the final event in a 2026 summer series, held on a flat, scenic 5.3km loop along the River Mersey. Participants choose their own distance within a 7-hour window, with a finisher's medal for everyone. The event suppo..

Run your chosen distance on the scenic paths of Dare Valley Country Park. This 7-hour time challenge offers distances from 3km to ultra, with a unique cupcake medal for all finishers. Enjoy a bake-off themed aid station and post-run goody b..

A trail event in Afan Forest Park offering two measured routes of about 6.5 miles and 10.5 miles with substantial climb and prize categories. A separate one mile Mini Beast for children includes a finisher medal and sweets.

Take on the classic Holcombe Two Towers fell race on Wednesday 26 August 2026 in the South West Pennines, a challenging 4 mile course with 400 m of climb through rugged moorland. Expect steep trails, great views and a lively community atmos..

Choose from a 44 or 33 mile point-to-point ultra along the Cambrian Way, finishing in Cardiff after passing the iconic Castell Coch. The routes traverse mountains, wooded valleys, and villages, supported by well-stocked aid stations. Organi..

The Leeds & Liverpool Canal 130 Mile Race is a point-to-point ultra from Liverpool to Leeds on 29th August 2026. With a 40-hour time limit, it offers supported and unsupported options for runners aged 20 and over.

Run at the historic Nottingham Racecourse within Colwick Park. Choose from a 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, or Junior Race on a flat, scenic course. Your entry includes a themed medal, free photos, and chip timing.