Trail Running calendar near Coleford 2025-2026

Join a guided 18 mile trail run along the Malvern Hills ridge, summiting the peaks and tackling 1300 m of ascent with a qualified coach. Not a race; expect steady trail pace, stunning views and friendly company.

Run the Beast of the Beacons in the Brecon Beacons National Park with 10 mile, 20 mile or epic 40 mile routes over ridges, reservoirs and technical forest trails. Well marked courses, marshals and stocked checkpoints deliver a bold, support..

Explore the Black Mountains and the Forgotten Landscape above Blaenavon with 20, 30 or 50 mile options on April 18 and 19 2026. Routes thread past Cwmyoy, Llanthony and along the Monmouthshire and Brecon canal for a rugged scenic challenge.

Take on a scenic 34.8 mile one day ultra from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry Island along National Cycle Route 8 on 19 April 2026. Limited to 40 runners, this inaugural edition offers an intimate yet epic challenge with a coastal finish.

Martley Madness is a scenic 10 mile trail and country lane race around Rodge Hill on 19 April 2026. Organised by Worcestershire Trailblazers, the event features chip timing, bespoke medals and raises funds for Cardiac Risk in the Young.

Join a guided 14 km trail run in peaceful Penllyn Forest on 19 April 2026, exploring quiet tracks between Bala and Lake Vyrnwy. Expect a led run with scenic stops and friendly company in person.

The Thames Ring Series is a multi distance trail event from Streatley on Thames, featuring the roughly 250 mile Thames Ring 250 counterclockwise loop along canals and towpaths. Scenic and largely flat, it takes place 22 to 26 April 2026.

The Bath Beat showcases scenic running and walking from Bath into Cotswolds countryside, with distances from 12.5 to 26.5 miles. Checkpoints serve homemade cakes, long routes offer hot meals, and finishers get a medal and warm welcome.

Run the Butcombe Trail Ultra on 25 April 2026 across the Mendip Hills AONB, with 50 mile and 50 km self navigated routes that visit six pubs and serve as UTMB qualifiers. Rugged off road trails, stunning views and friendly club support.

Join the Corvedale Cake Walk for scenic 10 or 22 mile routes around Abdon Burf and Wenlock Edge, with stunning Shropshire views and friendly checkpoints. Finish with cake and hot drinks while supporting local church communities.

Event overview The Chase Trail Run 2026 is part of the Garmin UK Trail Running Festival on 26th April 2026. The event takes place at St Giles House, Wimborne St Giles, BH21 5NA and is organised by ORA Events Limited. Entries close on 22nd A..

Test your navigation skills at The Drop Winchester, a point to point challenge where you are driven blindfolded to a mystery drop and must find your own way back to HQ. Choose 10 or 15 mile routes and surrender devices for a true adventure.

Challenge yourself on the Coventry Way Challenge, a one day 41.4 mile circular walk or run around Coventry through Warwickshire countryside and mainly off road terrain. Enter solo or as a relay team and celebrate at the finish with a hot me..

Run at Dare Valley Country Park in Wales in a relaxed 7 hour Time Challenge where you can choose any distance from 3 km up to ultra. Scenic park loops, medals for all finishers and an on site cafe with snacks.

Join the Dragonfly Challenge at Pooley Country Park for a six hour timed loop where you run as many 3.3 mile laps as you like. Enjoy scenic parkland and a climb to the Golden Tower of Leaves, with the choice of a medal or a tree planting to..

Run the East Devon Round over the May bank holiday through Offwell and the Jurassic Coast. Multiple distances, Friday socials and a Sunday community breakfast make for a memorable weekend of trails and camaraderie.

Malvern Hills Ultra offers 23, 31, 38 and 47 mile scenic but tough out and back routes along the Worcestershire Way. Self navigation with GPX support and helpful Timelords pacers, plus a bespoke finisher medal and commemorative swag.

Rasus y Bannau is a tough mountain trail race starting and finishing in Brecon, sending runners across the wild Bannau Brycheiniog peaks. Choose a marathon or bold 75 km and 100 km ultra routes with full checkpoint support.

Experience the HOWUM 2026, a scenic 30 mile ultra through the Heart of Wales starting and finishing at Dol Lys Camp Ground in Llanidloes with no time limits. Enjoy trail views, three staffed checkpoints and a Pegasus medal at the finish.

Run Silchester invites runners to scenic trail routes around Roman walls, past a 12th century church and through ancient woodland. Choose 2.5, 5 or 7 miles, collect a new medal and enjoy a community event supporting the local food pantry.