Trail Running calendar near Abersoch 2025-2026

Experience a winter trail and fell race by torchlight in Llangollen this December from Dinas Bran Leisure Centre. The 8 km route includes about 244 m of ascent, a sharp climb up Velvet Hill and faster downhill sections; head torch required.

The Night Nobbler is a 10 km night trail through the woods near Narberth, Wales, returning on 13 December 2025 with a playful RERUN theme. Expect muddy single track, stream crossings and lit sections; bring a torch and join the upcycled fan..

Run Moel Famau's festive Piece of String at Bwlch Penbarras on 20 Dec 2025, a surprise 6 to 12 km trail where the exact route is only revealed near the end. Finishers enjoy a mince pie and festive medal and a canicross race runs before the..

Join the Chester Round the Walls Race on Friday 26 December at Chester Racecourse for a festive 6 km run along the riverside and around the iconic city walls. Competitive prizes and a commemorative finisher item await runners aged 16 and ov..

Run the Midwinter Mortimer Trail on 27 December 2025 with 15 or 30 mile routes between Ludlow and Kington in the Marches. Take in limestone tops, ridges, river valleys and ancient hill forts on this classic winter trail.

Join the Pier Gates Remembrance Race in County Wicklow on 27 December, a friendly memorial hill run with adult and junior routes. Fancy dress is encouraged for a short social trail challenge remembering IMRA members.

Reservoir Roundabout on 10 January 2026 at Elan Valley Visitor Centre offers scenic but challenging upland walks and runs with 20 mile and 12 mile route options. Routes are partly waymarked so map reading and proper kit are required; this n..

Join a guided 12 km trail run from the village of Pwll Glas exploring Eyarth Rocks and Graig Wyllt, with gentle hills and varied terrain. Enjoy planned stops, scenic views and friendly company on this relaxed outdoor adventure.

Tour De Yr Wyddfa is an epic winter loop around Yr Wyddfa, climbing 2327 m on the full 43.5 km route. Solo, pair or two leg relay entries are welcome, but runners must meet mountain experience and kit requirements for safety.

Explore the Shropshire Hills from Carding Mill Valley with marathon, half marathon or 10k routes across The Long Mynd and National Trust terrain. Enjoy stocked aid stations, a medal and a fun cake competition after your run.

Take on the Ras Tarrenhendre Fell Race in Abergynolwyn, Wales on 31 January 2026, a rugged 6 mile course climbing to Tarrenhendre summit with 2000 ft of ascent. Enjoy tough trails, dramatic views and homemade soup back at HQ.

Tackle the Chester Ultra 50 mile trail around Chester, linking the Sandstone Trail, Delamere Forest and Helsby Hill within a 17 hour cut off. The 2026 event is sold out and mandatory kit plus a GPS tracker are required.

Castle 2 Castle Ultra is a sold out 32 miles run from Powis Estate in Welshpool to Caffi Wylfa in Chirk, blending fast flat paths, rolling footpaths and open views. Prizes await top finishers and everyone gets a finisher plate and goodies.

Tackle a rewarding 25 mile circular walk through the Shropshire hills, starting and finishing at Minsterley Village Hall on 28 February 2026. Organised by LDWA Marches Group, this challenging route needs map and compass and is currently ful..

Hit the trails at Loggerheads Country Park with 5 km, 10 km and Canicross routes over riverside paths, rocky sections and a set of steps to conquer. Organised event with on site facilities and great reviews.

Tackle a scenic but testing 6.8 km fell course around Dolgarrog with 417 m of climb, hosted at Canolfan Porthlwyd. Entry on the day; minimum age 16 makes it perfect for adventurous runners.

Join the Nant Yr Arian Silver Trail Races on 14 March 2026 in the scenic Cambrian Mountains, featuring a trail Half Marathon, 10 km and fun youth races for all ages. Organized by Aberystwyth Athletic Club, the community event supports local..

Two day canicross and trail festival on the private Brynkinalt Estate with scenic climbs and farmland views on approx 5k and 10k routes. Awards for top finishers and a charity partner give it a festival feel.

Take on the Beast of the Blacks in the dramatic Black Mountains of Wales on 14 March 2026, choosing 11, 20 or 40 mile trail routes through rugged, scenic terrain. Well supported with checkpoints, vegan refuel, camping and canicross welcome..

Join a friendly, inclusive trail challenge at Moel Famau on 28 March 2026. The Piece of String race at Bwlch Penbarras is a surprise 6 to 12 km hill run with canicross first and a medal and chocolate for finishers.