Trail Running calendar near Little Stretton 2025-2026

Tackle the Dragon Coastal Races along the Wales Coast Path with 100, 50 or 30 mile options finishing at the Captain Scott Memorial in Cardiff Bay. Expect sweeping beaches, dunes, coastal trails and inland forests for an epic seaside challen..

Experience the Wye Valley Tunnel Run, racing through the atmospheric Tidenham Tunnel and scenic riverside and old railway paths. Distances suit everyone from a Colourbust family fun run to a full marathon, with trail charm and big event ene..

Guided three day loop from Capel Curig through northern Snowdonia, about 100 km with 47 summits and roughly 9000 m of ascent across the Welsh 3000s. Places limited to six for an intimate expert led experience.

Enjoy the Fellrunner in Sheldon on Thu 23 Jul 2026, a spirited 4 mile fell run across the Peak District with around 162 m of climb. On the day entry is £8 and all fees support Sheldon village funds.

Tackle 100 km across the Brecon Beacons on an epic route taking in Pen y Fan and the Carmarthen Fans with roughly 3178 m of ascent. A rugged self navigation ultra with just 250 places and a 24 hour cut off.

Take on the Beacons Way Ultra 100 Mile, a stunning 100 mile trail through the Brecon Beacons with over 6,000 m of climbing and 10 checkpoints. Enjoy wild scenery, live GPS tracking and a memorable finisher buckle for your achievement.

Run along the scenic Coalport railway beside the River Severn, passing industrial heritage sites between Ironbridge and Bridgnorth. Choose distances from 9 to 37 miles on an out and back course with regular aid stations.

Ultra X Wales brings runners to the stunning Brecon Beacons near Abergavenny on 25 and 26 July 2026, offering distances from 12 km up to 110 km. Well supported aid stations, lenient cut offs and on site camping make it a bold but welcoming..

Run or walk as far as you like in the 7 hour Ooops I Ran It Again event at scenic Dare Valley Country Park, from 3 km to ultra distances. Finishers earn themed medals and distance pins, with aid stations, vegan snacks and free parking, and..

Alderman's Ascent's tenth running on Saturday 25 July 2026 is an 8.5 km fell race from Greenfield with 400 m of climb. Technical climbs to Shaw Rocks, a fast descent and a tough finish make it perfect for experienced fell runners and champi..

Take on the iconic Pen Y Fan with scenic trail routes to the summit, choose 5 miles or 13 miles, and enjoy chip timing, a finisher buff and medal. Well marshalled with post race treats, this is a classic Welsh hill challenge.

Take on the Dovedale Dipper, a scenic trail run and challenge walk from Hartington through the Dove and Manifold valleys in the Peak District. Choose a long 27 mile route or a 15 mile option for gorgeous scenery and a village finish.

Tackle EDDUM 2026, a 50 mile loop along the Epynt Way around Sennybridge Training Area, framed by the Brecon Beacons and Cambrian Mountains. No time limit, fully stocked checkpoints and crew support.

Run a scenic 5K, 10K or half marathon through the grounds of Elvaston Castle Country Park on Sunday 2 August 2026. Enjoy a fast, multi terrain course, unique themed medal, free race photos and a lively event village.

Explore Birmingham's canals and the River Cole on mostly off road circular routes of 18.5 miles, 26.5 miles and 30 miles, starting and finishing at Moseley Rugby Club on Sunday 2 August 2026. Flat, scenic towpaths with checkpoints, hot drin..

Tackle the MTC Thames Challenge, a four day 184 mile ultra from the Cotswolds to the Thames Barrier, 6 to 9 August 2026. Cover four scenic stages on the Thames Path, earn UTMB points and collect a bespoke medal each day.

Run a scenic 57 mile point to point ultramarathon along the Thames Path through the Cotswolds, finishing in Oxford. All finishers receive a bespoke medal and MTC head visor, with trophies for winners and a charity entry option.

Take on the Cordwell Colossus, a summer 20 mile trail around Cordwell and Linacre Valleys on the eastern edge of the Peak District with 840 m of climbing. Varied trails, basic navigation and a finisher medal make for a rewarding day out.

Join the historic Eccles Pike Fell Race on 12 August 2026 for a sharp out and back from Buxworth to the summit of Eccles Pike. A compact but testing climb and descent, this local classic dates to the 19th century.

Join this classic Peak District fell race in Darley Dale on 13 Aug 2026 for a compact 7.3 km with 240 m of climb, testing speed and stamina on scenic trails. Pre entry required; check the organiser for registration details.