Trail Running calendar near Holdgate 2025-2026

Tackle 28 miles along the traffic free Brampton Valley Way on 12 April 2026, choosing to start from Market Harborough or Northampton for a scenic out and back challenge. Expect quiet trails, two tunnels so bring a head torch, feed stations..

Run the rugged Ogwen Valley and Carneddau skyline with challenging mountain routes, including a 40K that climbs the Glyderau ridge. Festival vibes at Plas y Brenin with on course support. Tickets are sold out.

Take on the Wild Horse 200 series and run 200 miles across unforgettable Welsh trails and mountains. Pick the South Wales route finishing at Worms Head in April 2026 or the Mid Wales loop starting and ending in Machynlleth in June 2026.

Take on MTC Gelert, a scenic one day 47 mile ultra from Barmouth to Llanidloes along National Cycle Route 8. With just 40 places, strict cutoffs and a bespoke finisher medal, this tough Welsh challenge is not to be missed.

Tackle 230 km of the Pennine Bridleway over several days and 75 hours, running from the Peak District into Cumbria. Expect wild uplands, staffed checkpoints and a small supportive field for a true adventure run.

Explore the Malvern ridge in a guided 18 miles trail run over 1300 m ascent, led by an experienced trail and ultra runner. Expect a social pace around 10 to 11 minutes per mile, scenic stops and a post run alcohol free beer when available.

Explore upland trails from Abergavenny through the Black Mountains and Forgotten Landscape World Heritage area with 50, 30 or 20 mile options. Routes climb Skirrid, pass Llanthony and finish on the Monmouthshire and Brecon canal.

Explore the Brecon Beacons on marked trails with 10 mile, 20 mile or 40 mile routes and full support on course. Well stocked checkpoints, a warm finish and canicross friendly rules make this a rewarding spring challenge.

Take on a 39.7 mile ultra along NCN 8 from Glasbury to Merthyr Tydfil in Mount to Coast Afanc. Only 40 places, mandatory kit and live tracking make this a rugged test of endurance that rewards every finisher with an Afanc medal.

Challenge yourself on the Chester Ultra 100, a 102 mile trail ultramarathon weaving canals, sandstone ridges and woodlands. Live GPS tracking and a 32 hour cutoff make this a supported but serious adventure.

Join the Peak District Birthday Bash in Castleton on 18 April 2026 for scenic trail running with 70 km Full Bash or 35 km Half Bash. Proceeds benefit the Peak District National Park Foundation.

Run or walk the Shropshire Hills at the Shropshire Way 80K Festival, with options from 10 km to 80 km across hilltop summits, ancient routes and market towns. Entries are limited and proceeds support the charity Grow Cook Learn.

Martley Madness is a scenic 10 mile trail run in Worcestershire through woodland, Rodge Hill climbs and a stretch of the Worcestershire Way. Chip timing, bespoke medals and post race cake await while proceeds support Cardiac Risk in the You..

Experience the first edition MTC Y Draig Goch, a scenic 34.8 mile ultra from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry Island on 19 April 2026. Entries are limited and finishers earn a medal, so sign up for a memorable Welsh coastal challenge.

Run through the scenic trails of Cannock Chase Forest at the RunThrough Cannock Chase Running Festival on 19 April 2026, with Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and junior races. Enjoy marshalled, undulating routes, a festival village and finisher meda..

Take on a scenic 8.6 mile loop around Trawsfynydd Lake in Snowdonia, a mixed tarmac and trail course with one testing hill and 175 m of ascent. All entry funds support the volunteer South Snowdonia Search and Rescue Team.

Explore Shropshire's hills on the Corvedale Cake Walk on 25 April 2026, with routes to Abdon Burf and sweeping Wenlock Edge views. Stop for checkpoint cakes and finish with hot dogs while supporting local churches.

The North Wales 50km & 100km is a scenic ultramarathon event along the North Welsh coastline, starting at the Nova Centre in Prestatyn and finishing in Bangor. The 50km route covers 53.8km with 2,700ft of ascent, reaching the beach at West..

Enjoy a scenic run or walk from Bath's southeast edge into Cotswold woods, hills and river valleys, choosing from four distances up to 26.5 miles. Finishers get a medal, food and drinks and recovery transport if needed.

The Cadair X will take place in Tywyn on Saturday 25 April 2026. You can run 13 miles.