Trail Running calendar near Hereford 2025-2026

Tackle the Bat Challenge at Beacon Hill Country Park: a six hour off road loop where you choose your pace and complete as many 3.3 mile laps as you can. Expect a steady climb to scenic high points and a fun, supportive atmosphere.

The Collingbourne Races, held at Crawlboys Farm in Ludgershall, offer a scenic off-road running experience through the beautiful Collingbourne woods. Featuring a half marathon and a 10km race, the course includes bridle paths, woodland trac..

Run Rabbit Trail Festival takes over Deene Park Estate for a lively weekend of trail running and onsite entertainment. Choose from 10 km, 25 km, 21.1 km or combine all three into the 56.1 km Quest for a big challenge and finisher medal.

Take on the Westcountry Ultra Flat, a 50 mile point to point ultramarathon on 9 May 2026 from Taunton to Minehead. Enjoy a pancake flat first half followed by scenic coastal climbs, rocky beaches and unforgettable views to the finish.

Join the Westcountry Ultra Hilly 50, a scenic yet testing 50 mile trail ultramarathon near Minehead on 9 May 2026. Coastal views, woodland and moorland, six aid stations and a finisher medal make this a memorable challenge.

Take on the Westcountry Ultra 100 mile point to point across Somerset coastline and countryside, with coastal paths, limestone cliffs and a dark skies reserve. With a 32 hour cut off and 13 aid stations, this scenic but demanding ultramarat..

Take on Endurancelife Exmoor on 9 May for sweeping moorland, cliffs and wooded combes with routes from 10K to an Ultra, featuring stiff climbs and stunning coastal views. Fully marked courses, electronic timing and a finishers medal make it..

Epona 100 is a bold 100 mile trail race from Abergavenny that links Offa's Dyke, the Cambrian Way and the Beacons Way across roughly 17,000 ft of ascent. Expect rugged trails, aid station support and a generous 50 hour time limit.

Take on the Ridgeway 40 mile walk along ancient chalk downlands from Avebury to Streatley on 9 May 2026. Checkpoints, refreshment stops and a finishers cloth badge make for a rewarding day out for seasoned walkers and adventurous newcomers.

The Apocalypse Ultramarathon on 9 May 2026 in Church Stretton offers four distinct loops totaling 50 miles and over 10,000 ft of climb. Run one to four loops in any order within a 16 hour limit while enjoying a rolling buffet at HQ.

Shires and Spires is a scenic loop in Northamptonshire offering distances from 10K to an ultra 50K, running past grand country houses and village trails. Expect mixed terrain, GPX navigation and a friendly village hub start and finish.

Join the Dilton Dash on 10 May 2026 at Dilton Marsh for a friendly community run supporting local causes. Choose 10K, 3K or a half kilometre fun run on scenic multi terrain paths, enjoy on site refreshments and a finisher medal.

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 OTT Marathon through the stunning Brecon Beacons on 16 May 2026, tackling iconic climbs past Pen y Fan on a challenging looped trail. A 10 mile option offers a shorter taste of the same wild, scenic terrain.

Tackle the True Grit Trail Half Marathon, a rugged 13.1 mile route through quarry, forestry and mud around Bedford Park. With only 50 places, tough climbs including Mount Mayhem, and a bespoke finisher medal, it is a raw, rewarding trail ch..

Run the scenic Compton Downland Challenge on 16 May 2026, choosing 26.8 miles or 16 miles across the Berkshire Downs and parts of the Ridgeway. Expect rolling trails, friendly aid stations, a BBQ for finishers and a commemorative mug.

Tackle scenic rolling trails on Cannock Chase at the Merrell Cannock Chase Challenge, with 10 km, half marathon, marathon and a two person relay. Limited to 500 runners, the course rewards singletrack, ridge views and muddy fun.

The Shindig in the Shire showcases scenic routes past Ironbridge Gorge and the Iron Bridge, with some climbs to keep it lively. Pick 8, 16 or 26.2 mile courses and enjoy finisher bling, ales and pub food at The Unicorn Inn.

Join the Semington Slog on 16 May 2026 at St Georges School for 10k and 2k routes through the village and along the Kennet and Avon Canal towpath. Family friendly fun with marshalls, refreshments and a Slog Dog for every finisher.

Take on the Maverick Cotswolds Trail at Sudeley Castle and enjoy rolling trails, charming villages and historic views. Routes from 7 km to 50k, fully marked and timed with outposts and a finisher medal to celebrate your run.