Trail Running calendar near Craven Arms 2025-2026

Take on the Paddy Buckley Round, a fully supported, guided three day loop in Snowdonia visiting 47 summits across 100 km. Small groups return to Capel Curig daily with on route refuelling to keep the mountain challenge manageable.

Tackle a classic Peak District fell run from Glossop Rugby Club up to The Nab, a challenging 4 miles with 365 m of climbing and great views. Open to runners 16 and over with pre entry and on the day entry and team places available.

Enjoy the Fellrunner in Sheldon on Thu 23 Jul 2026, a spirited 4 mile fell run across the Peak District with around 162 m of climb. On the day entry is £8 and all fees support Sheldon village funds.

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..

Join the Railway Ultra on 25 July 2026 for a scenic riverside run along a disused railway between Ironbridge and Bridgnorth, passing industrial heritage sites. Pick distances from 9 to 37 miles and enjoy aid stations and nearby pubs.

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 or walk as far as you like in the 7 hour Ooops I Ran It Again event at scenic Dare Valley Country Park, from 3 km to ultra distances. Finishers earn themed medals and distance pins, with aid stations, vegan snacks and free parking, and..

Take on the Pen Y Fan Challenge on 26 July 2026, a scenic trail run to the summit of the highest peak in South Wales with 5 or 13 mile options. Entries include a buff, medal, chip timing, marshalled route and post race refreshments for a re..

Explore the scenic Dove and Manifold valleys with the Dovedale Dipper, a trail running and challenge walking event based in Hartington in the Peak District. Choose the 15 mile Little Dipper or the tougher 26 mile Big Dipper on 1 August 2026..

Tackle EDDUM 2026, a 50 mile loop along the Epynt Way around Sennybridge Training Area, framed by the Brecon Beacons and Cambrian Mountains. No time limit, fully stocked checkpoints and crew support.

Join the Derby Running Festival at Elvaston Castle on Sunday 2 August 2026 for 5K, 10K or half marathon routes through scenic castle grounds. Enjoy chip timing, a themed medal, free photos and a lively event village.

Enjoy scenic, flat routes along Birmingham canals with 18.5, 26.5 and 30 mile options passing Bournville, Gas Street Basin and Edgbaston Reservoir. Well supported checkpoints, a finish meal and showers make for a friendly, low stress run.

Enjoy the Parwich Panoramic Five on Tue 4 Aug 2026, a scenic 8.5 km trail from the Sycamore Inn in Parwich, Peak District. Expect panoramic views and a 200 m climb; on the day entry only, £5.

A new 4 mile route around Bradwell in the Peak District on Tue 4 Aug 2026 climbs 276 m for a rewarding hill challenge. Teams welcome and pre entry opens in May with on the day entries available at Bradwell Sports Pavilion.

Tackle the scenic Cracken Edge fell race in the Peak District on Wed 5 Aug 2026, a challenging 11.3 km route with 442 m of climb. Join runners raising funds for Kinder Mountain Rescue Team; teams welcome and entries available on the day.

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.

Join the Tegg's Nose Fell Race on Sat 8 Aug 2026 in the Peak District for a challenging 8 mile course with 525 m of climb and fine views. Held with sheep dog trials, this classic fell race accepts pre entries and entries on the day.

The Brecon Beacons 51k will take place in Talybont-on-Usk on Saturday 8 August 2026.