Trail Running calendar near Minsterley 2026-2027

Summit 2 Sea Offa's Dyke Half Marathon sends runners from the summit of Moel y Parc along the Offa's Dyke Trail to a sea level finish on Prestatyn beach at the Nova Centre. Expect testing climbs, dramatic descent and sweeping coastal views.

Long course: Challenge yourself on the 28 km Llangollen fell race across the rolling hills of North Wales, featuring demanding climbs and stunning views. Based at Llangollen Leisure Centre, entries open in advance and on the day. Short cou..

Ogwen | Yr Helgi Du is a mountain Skyrunning event in Eryri offering 40K, 25k and 15K routes through the Carneddau with marked trails, Mountain Leader support and an event village at Plas y Brenin.

A chip timed 10 mile trail run starting and finishing at Rivington Village, following a loop via White Coppice and Wheelton Plantation. Organised by Trail Blazing Events, it offers bespoke finisher medals and prizes across age categories.

Tackle a classic spring fell race in Mow Cop on Sun 12 Apr 2026: 10.5 km with 400 m of climb across stirring hill terrain. Entries on the day for adults 18 and over, with team scoring and friendly club spirit.

Take on the Mike Briggs Wirksworth Incline & Infants, a challenging fell race in the Peak District featuring a 6.9 km course with 400 m of ascent. Pre entry is required for the main race and junior races are available for younger runners.

Tackle the Kymin Dash, a 7 mile road and trail race from Monmouth that climbs to the Round House for panoramic views before descending through fields and bluebell filled woodland. Enjoy a lively finish at Monmouth School Sports Club with Ki..

A 200 mile trail ultramarathon across South Wales, the Wild Horse South Wales 200 follows Offa’s Dyke, the Beacons Way and the Wales Coast Path, starting in Chepstow and finishing at Worm’s Head with aid stations and volunteer support along..

Take on the Ossy Moors Fell Race in Oswaldtwistle on Wednesday 15 April 2026. This lively 5 mile fell course with about 300 m of climb weaves Bowland trails and offers on the day entry for a friendly competitive vibe.

Take on a midweek Peak District challenge at Herod Farm: a scenic but testing 3 mile route with 340 m of climb. Pre entry is £6 or £10 on the night; registration runs 18:15 to 19:15.

Take on the inaugural MTC Gelert 47 mile ultra from Barmouth to Llanidloes on 16 April 2026, the third day of the MTC CYMRUN end to end. Limited field, bespoke medal for all finishers and real time tracking for supporters.

Take on 230 km of Pennine Bridleway and upland trails through the Peak District to Cumbria with 75 hours to finish. Limited to 30 runners, this rugged multi day challenge features checkpoints with hot meals, bunks and course support.

Take on the inaugural MTC Afanc, a one day ultra of about 39.7 miles along National Cycle Route 8 with over 4,200 ft of ascent. Limited entry and GPS tracking make this intimate but demanding race ideal for seasoned ultrarunners.

A 102 mile trail ultramarathon around Chester on 18 April 2026 with 1590 m of ascent, 12 checkpoints and a 32 hour cut off. TRA licensed event with live GPS tracking and entry fees from £207.

A multi-distance trail festival in the Shropshire Hills on 18 April 2026, featuring routes from 10 km to 80 km and local food at checkpoints. The event raises funds for Grow Cook Learn to support an education programme about how food is gro..

Join a guided group trail run along the Malverns ridge from North Malvern, covering 18 miles with over 1300 m of ascent and stunning summit views. Expect steady trails at about 10 to 11 minutes per mile with friendly support and full kit in..

Marked trail runs from Gilestone Farm in the Brecon Beacons offering 10, 20 and 40 mile routes, well-stocked checkpoints, enforced mandatory kit and generous cut-off times; the 40-mile course is the 20-mile route run in reverse.

A trail event in Castleton on 18 April 2026 with 70 km and 35 km routes through the central Peak District. The event supports the Peak District National Park Foundation and has age and entry requirements.

Multi-distance mountain event around Abergavenny with 50 mile, 30 mile and 20 mile routes through the Black Mountains and the Forgotten Landscape above Blaenavon. Entries open 1 October 2025 and close 31 March 2026.

Tackle the scenic but rugged Blackstone Edge Fell Race, a 5.6 km test with 366 m of climb over Pennine Way and a Roman road to the trig point. Expect boggy tussocks and classic northern moorland underfoot.