Trail Running calendar near Symonds Yat 2025-2026

Tackle 100 miles of rolling chalk ridgeline in the iconic South Downs Way 100 on 13 June 2026, starting at Matterley Bowl. Fully marked route, stunning coastal and countryside views, and full aid support make this a classic ultra challenge.

Tackle the scenic South Downs Way 50 km on 13 June 2026, a fully supported trail across the chalk ridge. Part of the World Trail Majors Short Series, it features four aid stations and a 9 hour cut off.

Take on the Cotswold Way Ultra Challenge from 13 to 14 June 2026, based in Cirencester, with routes from 10 km up to a 100 km loop through classic Cotswold trails. Fully supported with campsites, catering and a finisher medal and tee.

Run the dramatic Cheddar Gorge on trails across the Mendip Hills, from a fun 1k up to a full marathon, with cliff top views, meadows and rugged rock underfoot. Finishers of 6km and longer earn a two sided event medal.

Run across the iconic chalklands of Watership Down at the Hampshire Hoppit. Choose marathon, half marathon or 10K single loop trail courses and toast your finish with a real ale.

Discover the wild heart of Exmoor at the Exmoor Running and Walking Festival, June 20 to 22 2025 at the Pinkery Centre. Choose from trail runs and walks from kids routes to 30 miles, and enjoy evening socials, film screenings and a sunset s..

Take on the Malvern Midsummer Marathon across the iconic Malvern Hills with 27 mile and 15 mile routes featuring big climbs and ridge top views. Enjoy staffed checkpoints, a hot finish meal and the friendly LDWA atmosphere.

Run the scenic Lake Vyrnwy 10k on 21 June 2026, a mixed terrain trail around the picturesque Llanwddyn estate with climbs and fast stretches. Enjoy a lively finish and a commemorative medal for all finishers.

Run the scenic Lake Vyrnwy 10k on 21 June 2026, a mixed terrain trail around the picturesque Llanwddyn estate with climbs and fast stretches. Enjoy a lively finish and a commemorative medal for all finishers.

Enjoy a scenic multi terrain 10km that starts and finishes at Twisted Tree Brewery on the Tusmore Estate, with a canicross option. Finishers get a medal and a beer or soft drink to enjoy at the brewery.

TrailFest at Salcey Forest offers 10K, half marathon, marathon and 50 km courses through scenic woodland, ideal for newcomers and seasoned trail runners. Enjoy well maintained trails, a friendly atmosphere and a finisher medal.

Take on multi lap 5K loops at the Snickerthon in scenic Chasewater Country Park with distances from 5K to full marathon. Enjoy a relatively flat course, finisher medal and maybe a Snickers plus refreshment stops.

Run a scenic Half Marathon from Wolverhampton to Brindley Place along canal towpaths and through a 360 m tunnel on a flat route. Chip timed waves, early entrants may get personalised bibs, finishers receive a medal, T shirt and goody bag.

Tackle a 30 mile ultra around Abergavenny, climbing Sugar Loaf and 5,000 feet of scenic mountain trails. Professionally organised with fully manned checkpoints, crew support and a memorable post race medal.

July the Turd invites runners to tackle scenic laps around Ironbridge valley in Shropshire, with 8 mile, 16 mile and marathon options. Start and finish at The Unicorn Inn for a friendly pub atmosphere and a well earned finisher item.

Run summer trails through woodland and hills at the Cannock Chase Forest Half Marathon and 10k on 5 July 2026. Enjoy stunning scenery, bespoke medals, free photos and parking, with routes suited to beginners and seasoned athletes.

Take on the MTC Hafren Ultra, a scenic 27 mile point to point run over Plynlimon to the source of the River Severn and finishing in Caersws. Expect big climbs, technical river paths and sweeping upland views.

Tackle the Severn Challenge: a five day, roughly 220 mile multiday ultra along the Severn Way from source to sea, testing navigation and endurance. Enjoy nightly hotel stops, baggage transfers and collectible stage medals that form a jigsaw..

Take on the Stiperstones Fell Race in Snailbeach on Wed 8 Jul 2026, a rugged 6.7 km course with about 375 m of climb across classic Shropshire ridgelines. Pre entry is £7 or pay £10 on the day, with junior races available.

Take on the scenic 48 mile MTC Severn Plod Ultra from Mid Wales to Shrewsbury on 9 July 2026, celebrating its 10th edition with challenging trails and sweeping views. All finishers earn a bespoke medal and starters get a free MTC visor.