Trail Running calendar near Ludlow 2026-2027

A trail event on 2 May 2026 at Carding Mill Valley offering a half marathon (one 13.1-mile lap) or a full marathon (two laps). Entries for the main race are limited to 200 and a virtual option runs the week of May 4th.

Tempo Trail Races take over the Cotswolds on Sunday 3 May 2026, with routes ranging from 10K to a 100KM ultra. Choose your challenge and enjoy rugged trails, a friendly atmosphere and UKA backed organisation.

A guided recce on 3 May 2026 of the Paddy Buckley leg from Capel Curig to Nantmoor over the Moelwyns in Snowdonia. The 35 km route has 2500 m of ascent and runs in small groups led by Mountain Leader qualified guides.

Trail races in Castleton offering two waymarked distances across the Great Ridge and Mam Tor with food from a local bakery. Runners must be 18 plus and the long course requires mandatory kit.

The Phoenix Running - Brimscombe will take place in Brimscombe on Sunday 3 May 2026. You can run between 3 and 42 kilometers.

The Marlborough Downs Challenge offers two off road trail races across the North Wessex Downs, a 33 mile ultramarathon and a 20 mile trail. Routes visit Wansdyke, Avebury and other Wiltshire landmarks with notable elevation.

A four hour endurance run on a 5.3 km circuit in New Mills where participants complete as many laps as possible; the finish area at Millers Bar features a gong and post race drinks.

An annual off road race at Hood Memorial Hall in Devauden on trails through Chepstow Park Woods, offering 10k, 5k, a 2.4k for ages eight and over, and a 60m junior dash with proceeds supporting local search and rescue.

A midweek trail and fell race around White Nancy and Kerridge ridge covering about 8 km with 230 m of climb. Organised with club support, entries are limited and all proceeds go to local charities and mountain rescue.

A provisional cross-country race at Sheinton Church near Cressage on 6 May 2026. The course is 5.3 km with 100 m ascent, entry is on day only with a fee of £8, and 2026 will be the last running.

A six hour trail event at Beacon Hill Country Park on a 3.3 mile loop, where runners complete as many laps as they wish and may run from daylight into darkness with a head torch required for after dark laps.

A 24 hour timed challenge along the Offa's Dyke Footpath from Prestatyn, with solo and team entries, GPS tracking, six checkpoints and mandatory kit requirements. Results are based on how far each participant reaches after 24 hours.

Returning for its 10th edition, the Spire Ultra is a **33 mile** trail around Chesterfield following much of the Chesterfield Round Walk. The varied route includes moorland, woodland and farmland; checkpoints supply water and some food, wit..

A Welsh trail event offering a 100-mile loop from Abergavenny and a 100 km route from Talgarth to Abergavenny, both following Offa’s Dyke, Cambrian Way and Beacons Way across mountain terrain.

A linear 40 mile challenge from Avebury to Streatley along the ancient Ridgeway and chalk downlands of Wiltshire, Oxfordshire and Berkshire. Checkpoints provide refreshments and finishers receive an emailed certificate and badge.

A multi-loop trail ultramarathon in Church Stretton on May 9 2026 offering choices from 10 to 50 miles across four distinct loops with over 10,000 ft of climbing if all are completed. Central HQ provides long buffet and timed support.

Take on The Tour of Bradwell The Other Half, a challenging fell race in the Peak District starting and finishing at Bradwell Sports Club. Expect a long high ground route with big climbs and a lively mass start atmosphere.

Cressbrook Crawl on Saturday 9 May 2026 invites runners to tackle the Peak District in a 10.5 km fell race with 400 m of climb from Cressbrook Club. Pre entry is required, so sign up early for a scenic and gritty hill challenge.

A circular multi-distance running event from Naseby Village Hall in Northamptonshire, featuring road and trail sections, GPS tracking and multiple checkpoints. The route direction alternates each year for a different course experience.

A guided recce of the Paddy Buckley leg from Nantmoor to Beddgelert Forest in the Hebogs, covering 15 km with 1,580 m of ascent. Small guided groups led by Mountain Leader qualified runners, organised by Adventure Awaits.