Trail Running calendar near Hereford 2026-2027

A single-day ultra of about 40 miles along National Cycle Route 8 from Glasbury to Merthyr Tydfil. It is Day 5 of the Mount to Coast CYMRUN, limited to 40 competitors, with mandatory kit requirements and time cut-offs based on a 4 mph minim..

The Shropshire Way 80K Festival in April offers a series of trail challenges in the Shropshire Hills. Choose from an 80km epic, a 42km marathon, a half marathon, or a 10km event. It's a fundraiser supporting local education and charity work..

A guided 18 mile trail run across the Malvern Hills meeting at North Quarry Car Park in Great Malvern on Saturday 18 April 2026. The route visits ridge summits with over 1300 m of ascent and returns via hillside and woodland trails.

The Beast of the Beacons offers trail runs of 10, 20, or 40 miles through the Brecon Beacons National Park. With marked courses, supported checkpoints, and a canicross option, it provides a demanding day on varied terrain. All finishers ear..

Explore the Black Mountains on this challenging LDWA event. Choose from three distances across a route featuring epic climbs and a finish along the Monmouthshire & Brecon canal. The event starts from Abergavenny and is known for its tough t..

A charity run at Alyn Waters Country Park on 18 April 2026 with 5 km and 10 km multi terrain courses, chip timing and medals. A children's 1 km fun run is available with on the day registration.

A one day ultra from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry Island following National Cycle Route 8. The published route is 34.8 miles, it is Day 6 of the CYMRUN series, limited to 20 entries plus 20 CYMRUN competitors, with mandatory kit and GPX for entr..

Martley Madness is a 10-mile trail and country lane race through the Worcestershire countryside. The undulating route features woodland, Rodge Hill, and part of the Worcestershire Way. All finishers get a medal and celebratory cake at the f..

An 8.6 mile multi-terrain race around Trawsfynydd Lake in Eryri / Snowdonia on 19 April 2026, chip timed with a 400-runner limit. Proceeds fund the volunteer South Snowdonia Search and Rescue Team.

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 Cannock Chase Running Festival offers 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon races on the mixed-terrain trails of Cannock Chase Forest. Run through an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on a course with supportive markers and helpers. The event sup..

Thames Ring Series The Thames Ring Series consists of three non-stop ultramarathon distances run on canal and riverside footpaths in southern England. The main event is the Thames Ring 250, a 250-mile (approximately 256-mile) trail race. It..

A countryside walking and running event around Bath on 25 April 2026 with four distances from 12.5 to 26.5 miles, public footpaths and checkpoints offering food and drinks.

A self-navigation ultramarathon through the Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Choose between a 50-mile or 50-kilometre route, mostly off-road, starting from the Mendip Activity Centre. The race is a UTMB® qualifier and suppor..

The Corvedale Cake Walk is a scenic challenge event in Shropshire with 10-mile and 22-mile routes. Starting at Holdgate Church, both routes ascend to the county's highest point, Abdon Burf. Walkers and runners are welcome to enjoy the views..

This 40-mile point-to-point run follows the scenic Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal towpath from Malpas to Brecon. With a friendly atmosphere and three supported checkpoints, it's a community-led journey through peaceful countryside with a 15-h..

Walk or run the 40 mile A Coventry Way Challenge through the countryside around Coventry. The event offers full support with checkpoints, a hot meal at the finish, and the option to participate solo or in a relay team.

A marathon and half marathon on the traffic free Tissington Trail in Derbyshire on 26 April 2026, using a 13 mile former railway route between Ashbourne and Buxton. Advance and on the day entry options are noted.

Choose your own distance in this 7-hour Time Challenge at beautiful Dare Valley Country Park. Run laps on scenic footpaths to earn a themed medal and a goody bag. Snacks, ice cream, and distance pins for longer runs are part of the inclusiv..

A family oriented 2.5K and 5K event at Aston Park where every finisher receives a cuddly teddy. The run raises funds for Birmingham Children's Hospital and finishes with a teddy bears picnic.