Trail Running calendar near Aberdare West 2026-2027

A 50k east to west Dartmoor traverse starting at Trenchford Reservoir and finishing near Tavistock, using live GPS tracking and three checkpoints. Solo and pairs entries allowed with a 10 hour cut off.

Ras yr Aran is a 10 mile fell race with 3,100 feet of ascent and the final event in the Meirionnydd Winter Race Series. A junior race covers 3.25 km with 150 m ascent and a minimum age of 11. Parts of the upper course are unmarked and may r..

Trail races around Escot Park offer a single-lap 10K (about 10.5 km) and a two-lap half marathon, both off-road with climbs and mud; canicross categories are available and medals are awarded to all finishers.

A spring half marathon through way marked forest trails around Speech House Hotel with timed chip bibs, three water stations and medical cover; organised by the Rotary Club with proceeds to charity and selected for national trail championsh..

Beach races at Pendine Sands on 11 April 2027 offering 5k, 10k and Half Marathon on a firm, measured out and back sand course. All finishers receive a bespoke medal and trophies are awarded to category winners.

A trail running event using a heritage steam train between Minehead and Bishops Lydeard, offering 11 km, 11 mile and marathon options. Routes include the Quantock Hills ridgeline and sections of the Steam Coast Trail and England Coast Path.

A city-centre trail event offering a 55 km ultra and a 25 km trail run through riverside paths, woodland and parts of the old Bristol and Bath Railway. Public parking is nearby and public transport is recommended.

A guided 18 mile trail across the Malvern Hills with over 1300 m of ascent, run at a social pace. Meeting in Great Malvern with parking and nearby train access, cost £39 per person and alcohol free beer may be offered afterwards.

A last-person-standing Backyard Ultra at the Medieval Village, Cosmeston Lakes: runners repeat a fixed **6706 m** loop each hour until one athlete completes one more loop than anyone else. Camping and on-site facilities are provided.

Malvern Hills Ultra 2027 is a running event on 1 May 2027 at Abberley Village Hall in Worcestershire offering MHU 47, MHU 38, MHU 31 and MHU 23. Entry fees range from £70 to £95 with additional transport, deferment and transfer options.

Multiple trail race distances in the Stroud area using towpaths, disused railway tracks and Cotswold hills, with a route that ascends to Selsley Common for wide valley views. Water, marshals and first aid are provided on course.

Part of the inaugural Welsh Festival Of Running, the 100 Mile Challenge at Dare Valley Country Park gives runners 34 hours to cover 100 miles on a 5 mile loop. Entries are available for individuals and teams, with a timed 34 hour option.

Trail running along the Heart of Wales Trail from Llandrindod Wells to Craven Arms, offered in three distances. The event is scheduled for Saturday 29 May 2027 and entries open 1 June 2026.

A point to point half marathon along canal towpaths from Wolverhampton to Brindley Place in Birmingham, featuring a 360 metre tunnel, time trial wave starts and floating drink stations every 3 miles.

A supported ultramarathon in the United Kingdom on 24 and 25 July 2027 offering 100 km and 100 mile options. The event is organised by GB Ultras Ltd and is part of the Ultra Great Britain race series with GPS tracking.