Trail Running calendar near Craven Arms 2026-2027

A provisional cross-country race at Sheinton Church near Cressage on 6 May 2026. The course is 5.3 km with 100 m ascent, entry is on day only with a fee of £8, and 2026 will be the last running.

A 24 hour timed challenge along the Offa's Dyke Footpath from Prestatyn, with solo and team entries, GPS tracking, six checkpoints and mandatory kit requirements. Results are based on how far each participant reaches after 24 hours.

The Spire Ultra returns for its 10th year. This 33 mile trail run circles Chesterfield, following the Round Walk through varied moorland, woodland, and farmland. Finishers get a commemorative memento, with prizes for the top male and female..

A Welsh trail event offering a 100-mile loop from Abergavenny and a 100 km route from Talgarth to Abergavenny, both following Offa’s Dyke, Cambrian Way and Beacons Way across mountain terrain.

The Apocalypse Ultramarathon features four distinct loops totaling 50 miles. Runners can choose their challenge, from 10 to 50 miles, tackling the loops in any order. A central HQ in Church Stretton offers sustained support with food throug..

Take on The Tour of Bradwell The Other Half, a challenging fell race in the Peak District starting and finishing at Bradwell Sports Club. Expect a long high ground route with big climbs and a lively mass start atmosphere.

The Cressbrook Crawl will take place in Cressbrook on Saturday 9 May 2026. You can run 11 kilometers.

Shires and Spires is a multi-terrain race through the Northamptonshire countryside, starting from historic Naseby. The event alternates its course direction yearly and offers five distances from a 10K to a 35-mile ultra marathon. Entry incl..

A guided recce of the Paddy Buckley leg from Nantmoor to Beddgelert Forest in the Hebogs, covering 15 km with 1,580 m of ascent. Small guided groups led by Mountain Leader qualified runners, organised by Adventure Awaits.

Tackle the scenic 10 km Scorpion Run at Symonds Yat Rock in the Forest of Dean with winding trails and a final climb to the finish. Enjoy undulating gravel tracks, riverside views and a cafe at the start and finish for post run treats.

A series of marked trail races around Stroud and the Cotswolds using towpaths, commons and old railway lines, with checkpoints, water stations, marshals and map/GPX support.

Take on the Caradoc Classic, a scenic 3.5 miles fell race from Church Stretton climbing about 268 m. Part of the local Summer Series, this friendly community event includes junior races and on the day entries.

Take on the classic Shining Tor fell race in the Peak District on 13 May 2026, a scenic 9.4 km challenge with 311 m of climb. Expect rough trails, great views and a friendly fell running atmosphere for adults of all abilities.

Ultra-Trail Snowdonia by UTMB is a UTMB World Series trail running event in Llanberis, North Wales, offering races from 25 km to 164 km with large elevation gains across technical mountain terrain. It is scheduled for 15 to 17 May 2026.

Join the Hayfield May Queen fell race on Fri 15 May 2026 for a lively village run as part of the May Queen celebrations and the 3 Days in May series. Entry is on the day, with all proceeds supporting the May Queen charities.

A mountain trail marathon and a ten mile race around Pen Y Fan and Talybont Reservoir, both starting and finishing at Parkwood Dolygaer. The marathon has three checkpoints and a six hour cutoff at 20.5 miles.

Distances The event offers three trail distances and a relay: 10 km 13.1 miles (Half Marathon) 26.2 miles (Full Marathon) Marathon Relay (teams of two, each running a half-marathon lap) The 10 km and half marathon are single-lap routes. T..

Starts at The Unicorn Inn in Telford, the route follows Ironbridge Gorge and the Silkin Way. Options include eight miles, sixteen miles or a full marathon and food and ales will be available afterwards.

Tackle the Mark Boulton Memorial Mount Famine fell race in the Peak District on Sat 16 May 2026. This testing 8 km course climbs 564 m and rewards strength, skill and grit on rough moorland.

Run the Shropshire Historic 50K from Telford Town Park to The Quarry Park in Shrewsbury on 16 May 2026, via Ironbridge, Buildwas Abbey and Wroxeter Roman City. Officially measured with chip timing, nutrition stations and free photos.