Trail Running calendar near Hereford 2026-2027

Take on the Beacons Way Ultra 100 Mile, a bold test across the Brecon Beacons with rugged peaks, big climbs and stunning views. Limited to 250 runners with a 40 hour cut off, this is a true mountain endurance challenge.

On 25 July 2026 run along a scenic disused railway beside the River Severn between Ironbridge and Bridgnorth, with distances from 9 miles to a 37 mile ultra. Expect out and back laps, regular aid stations and big local support.

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.

Tackle the South West Coast 50, a scenic 50 km coastal and Exmoor loop from Dunster with a festival style basecamp by Dunster Castle. Choose 10 km, 25 km or the full 50 km and enjoy on route support, food and camping.

Join Ooops I Ran It Again at Dare Valley Country Park on 25 July 2026 for a fun themed seven hour time challenge where you can choose distances from 3 km to ultras. Expect medals, goody bags, on course refreshments and scenic park trails.

Tackle the iconic Pen Y Fan summit on scenic trail routes with 5 mile and 13 mile options on Sunday 26 July 2026. Enjoy marshalled, chip timed runs with a medal and post race treats in South Wales.

The EDDUM is a 50 mile trail loop around the Epynt Way, starting and finishing at Noyadd Farm Camping near Builth Wells on 1 August 2026. With about 8,559 ft of climb, five stocked checkpoints and no time limit, it offers a supportive, scen..

On 2 August 2026 explore Birmingham's waterways with the Birmingham Canal Canter, a circular 18.5, 26.5 or 30 mile walking and running event starting at Moseley Rugby Club. Flat, mostly off road canal paths, staffed checkpoints and a hot me..

Tackle just over 8 miles of hilly Cotswold Way and woodland trails at the Standish Woodland Chase on 02/08/2026, hosted by Stroud & District AC. Expect scenic climbs, a metal finisher medal and a lively community atmosphere.

Take on the MTC Thames Challenge, a four day 184 mile multi stage endurance race along the Thames Path from the Cotswolds to Greenwich. Enjoy support, nightly meals and kit transfers as you tackle daily ultra distances and earn UTMB points.

Take on the 57 mile MTC Cotswold Ultra along the Thames Path from Kemble to Oxford Abingdon Road, soaking up classic Cotswold scenery with staffed checkpoints en route. All finishers receive a bespoke medal and event visor and trophies awai..

Take on the 49 miles MTC Oxford Ultra from Oxford to Henley along the scenic Thames Path through riverside towns and countryside. Three well stocked checkpoints and a bespoke medal plus a technical tee, mug or hat await.

Tackle the Mendip Marauder on 8 August 2026, a rugged trail challenge offering 30 mile and 50 mile routes across woodlands, hilltops and classic Mendip landmarks. Both distances finish on Uphill Sands Beach in Weston Super Mare for a glorio..

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

Enjoy a scenic 10km through Ramsbury Estate trails and woodland, mostly off road with gentle climbs, finishing at Ramsbury Brewery. Canicross welcome and every finisher gets a pint cup and free drink while supporting Brighter Futures.

A sharp 4.4 km fell race from the Ragleth Inn in Little Stretton featuring 390 m of climb and great ridge views; a fast, testing course for keen fell runners. Pre entry via SI Entries or entries on the day are welcome.

Tackle scenic trails around Winwick Hall, Northants on the Foxton Hound Ultra, with 50k and 100k options weaving canals, villages and the Naseby battlefield. Fully supported with checkpoints, hot food and medals for all finishers.

Run beneath Bath through the atmospheric Two Tunnels path, with distances from 500 m fun bursts to ultras for serious runners. Family friendly finish at Brickfields Park and each entry helps Sustrans while enjoying a unique city route.

Join the Crook Peak Cake Race in Axbridge on Wed 19 Aug 2026 for a spirited 3 mile fell challenge across stunning Somerset hills, finishing with cake and community cheer. On the day entry available for runners aged 14 and up.

Run the Summer Green Man Ultra around Bristol on 22 Aug 2026, choosing a 45 mile loop or the 30 mile Green Boy, both finishing at Ashton Park School. Self navigation, four manned checkpoints, competitor tracking and medals for all finishers..