Trail Running calendar near Abergavenny 2025-2026

Steaming to the Coast is a unique trail running event held along the scenic West Somerset Railway in Minehead, Somerset. Utilizing the UK's longest standard gauge steam railway, participants ride a steam train from Minehead to Bishops Lydea..

Vale Coastal Races are the Vale of Glamorgan Ultra and Coastal Races, the original trail events along the Vale of Glamorgan coastline in South Wales, now in their 11th year. Distances are 32.5 miles for the Ultra, 18.5 miles for the Trail (..

The Llangollen Fell Race, hosted by Run Free Fell Runners in North Wales, is a popular annual event featuring two scenic routes: a challenging 17-mile course with 3000ft of elevation and a shorter 10-mile route ascending 1969ft. Both start..

Tackle The Big Cheese, a 15 mile off road fell race across the Mendip Hills with over 2,000 feet of climbing. Enjoy a fully marked course, finishers medal and tea and cake to celebrate at the finish.

Take on the Wild Horse 200 series and run 200 miles across unforgettable Welsh trails and mountains. Pick the South Wales route finishing at Worms Head in April 2026 or the Mid Wales loop starting and ending in Machynlleth in June 2026.

Take on MTC Gelert, a scenic one day 47 mile ultra from Barmouth to Llanidloes along National Cycle Route 8. With just 40 places, strict cutoffs and a bespoke finisher medal, this tough Welsh challenge is not to be missed.

Take on an 18 mile guided trail run across the iconic Malvern Hills, summit the ridge and enjoy woodland trails with an experienced coach leading at a social pace. Tickets are currently sold out.

Take on a 39.7 mile ultra along NCN 8 from Glasbury to Merthyr Tydfil in Mount to Coast Afanc. Only 40 places, mandatory kit and live tracking make this a rugged test of endurance that rewards every finisher with an Afanc medal.

Tackle scenic but rugged trails across the Brecon Beacons with 10, 20 or 40 mile options from Gilestone Farm. Expect steep climbs, varied terrain and well stocked checkpoints for a challenging, well supported day on the hills.

Experience the Shropshire Way 80K Festival through scenic hills, ancient routes and local food. Run or walk 10, 21, 42 or 80 km while supporting Grow Cook Learn.

Experience a weekend of mountain running and walking in the Black Mountains and the Forgotten Landscape near Abergavenny on 18 and 19 April 2026. Choose 50, 30 or new 20 mile routes with stunning climbs, historic trails and a canal finish.

Martley Madness is a scenic 10 mile trail run in Worcestershire through woodland, Rodge Hill climbs and a stretch of the Worcestershire Way. Chip timing, bespoke medals and post race cake await while proceeds support Cardiac Risk in the You..

Experience the first edition MTC Y Draig Goch, a scenic 34.8 mile ultra from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry Island on 19 April 2026. Entries are limited and finishers earn a medal, so sign up for a memorable Welsh coastal challenge.

Run through the scenic trails of Cannock Chase Forest at the RunThrough Cannock Chase Running Festival on 19 April 2026, with Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and junior races. Enjoy marshalled, undulating routes, a festival village and finisher meda..

Explore Shropshire's hills on the Corvedale Cake Walk on 25 April 2026, with routes to Abdon Burf and sweeping Wenlock Edge views. Stop for checkpoint cakes and finish with hot dogs while supporting local churches.

Enjoy a scenic run or walk from Bath's southeast edge into Cotswold woods, hills and river valleys, choosing from four distances up to 26.5 miles. Finishers get a medal, food and drinks and recovery transport if needed.

Explore the Mendip Hills on the Butcombe Trail Ultra, a self navigated trail ultra on 25 April 2026. Pick 50 mile or 50 km routes that link six pubs and raise funds for the Mendip Hills Fund.

The Cadair X will take place in Tywyn on Saturday 25 April 2026. You can run 13 miles.

Choose your distance in this 7 hour time challenge at scenic Dare Valley Country Park, with multi lap routes from 3 km up to 50 km. Enjoy on course snacks, vegan options and themed medals with distance pins.

Event overview The Chase Trail Run 2026 is part of the Garmin UK Trail Running Festival on 26th April 2026. The event takes place at St Giles House, Wimborne St Giles, BH21 5NA and is organised by ORA Events Limited. Entries close on 22nd A..