Trail Running calendar near Aberdare 2025-2026

Offa's Dyke 15 returns to Hay on Wye on Saturday 13 June 2026, offering a scenic 15 mile challenge with individual and relay entries. With roots from 1977 and a popular 2015 relaunch, this classic race is staged by Tempo Events.

Tackle the scenic Cotswold Way from Cirencester with distances from 10 km to 100 km and options for walkers, joggers and competitive trail runners. Enjoy a buzzing basecamp with camping, full support and memorable finishers goodies.

Run the dramatic Cheddar Gorge terrain on 14 June 2026 with distances from 1 km to full marathon and a multi event Omnium for a challenge and festival vibe. Aid stations, food vans and medals for 6 km and up keep you fuelled and rewarded.

Ultra Wales is an epic 51 mile mountain and trail race around Coed y Brenin in Southern Snowdonia, climbing 2,898 m and taking in peaks like Cadair Idris. Limited to 500 runners with a 20 hour cutoff and live GPS tracking.

Tackle the dramatic Jurassic Coast World Heritage cliffs on self navigated courses from 33 km to a 105 mile epic, with live GPS tracking to keep you on course. Pick a coastal challenge with ITRA UTMB index points and well stocked aid statio..

Explore Exmoor with a weekend of running and walking at the Pinkery Centre in June 2026, from family strolls to 30 mile challenges. Enjoy social evenings, guest speakers and films while taking in stunning National Park trails.

Run the Malvern Midsummer Marathon on 20 June 2026, choosing 27 mile or 15 mile routes across the scenic Malvern Hills with rewarding ridge views and stiff climbs. Organised by LDWA Heart Of England, the event features checkpoints, a hot fi..

Take on a scenic 10k around the Lake Vyrnwy estate, tackling varied trail surfaces with stunning lake views and rolling climbs. Friendly race day vibe, finisher medal and post race treats make this an ideal early summer challenge.

Enjoy a scenic 10k around the private Lake Vyrnwy estate in Llanwddyn on Sunday 21 June 2026, with mixed trails, lakeside views and challenging climbs. Finishers get a medal and post race goodies.

Join the Exeter 10K River Run on 26 June 2026 for an evening, traffic free 10K along the scenic River Exe. Flat, fast and friendly, it is ideal for runners stepping up from shorter races or sharpening for a marathon.

Run Lundy Island's wild 13.5 mile trail visiting all four corners, from technical eastern coasts to undulating western clifftops. Chartered ferry places are limited so book early and every finisher gets a medal.

Experience a scenic point to point half marathon along canal towpaths from Wolverhampton to Brindley Place, with varied surfaces, a unique 360m tunnel and floating water stations. Chip timed finishers get a bespoke medal and T shirt.

Run the PIGUM 30 mile ultra around Abergavenny, summiting Sugar Loaf and tackling over 5,400 ft of ascent on scenic trails. With three fully manned checkpoints, generous support and no time limit, it is a bold, well looked after challenge.

Join July the Turd on 4 July 2026 in Ironbridge valley for marathon, 16 mile and 8 mile options over scenic tracks, paths and road. Friendly atmosphere, on site parking and bling for all finishers make it a great summer challenge.

Run around 27 miles of mountain terrain to the source of the River Severn, climbing Plynlimon before following riverside paths into Mid Wales. Part of the MTC Severn Challenge, this scenic ultra offers rugged views and checkpoint support.

Run a five day, 220 mile ultra along the River Severn, following the Severn Way with rugged, sometimes overgrown trails and GPX navigation provided. Each day is a separate race with bespoke medals and a big trophy for completing all five.

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.

Tackle the 48 mile MTC Severn Plod Ultra, a point to point scenic ultramarathon from Mid Wales to Shrewsbury along river paths and country trails. Expect rugged terrain, checkpoint support and an unforgettable challenge for experienced runn..

Tackle the scenic 59 mile Severn Path Ultra on 10 Jul 2026, a point to point run from Shrewsbury to Worcester along River Severn. Enjoy riverside views, rolling terrain, supportive checkpoints and a bespoke finisher medal and head visor.

Run 57 miles along the scenic River Severn on 11 July 2026 in this point to point ultra from Worcester to Stonehouse, a comparatively flat challenge through charming towns and riverside paths. Bring navigation and required kit.