Trail Running calendar near Bangor 2026-2027

Take on The Holly Challenge on 24 January 2026 in Lightmoor Nature Reserve with distances from 5K to marathon and just 50 places available. Enjoy a scenic lane route, full support and a finisher medal.

Run the Petzl Night Runner at Rivington under head torch light, choosing 10 km or a half marathon on glow in the dark trail signage. Expect rough, boggy, rocky terrain, a finisher medal and lively post race buzz.

A winter mountain race around Yr Wyddfa on 24 January 2026 offering a 43.5 km main course with 2327 m ascent plus half, relay and pair options. Pre-entry is via SiEntries and specific experience and kit are required.

Run scenic trails across the Shropshire Hills and Long Mynd at The Icing on the Cake on 31 Jan 2026 with marathon, half and 10k options. Finish by the National Trust tea rooms and join the cake competition for a sweet post race treat.

Ras Tarrenhendre Fell Race in Abergynolwyn, Wales on 31 January 2026 is a rugged 6 mile test with about 2000 ft of ascent across ridges, forestry and old slate quarries. Expect steep climbs, exposed summit running and a moorland descent.

Timed lap based event on a flat 5.3 km riverside out and back near Hardy Farm in Manchester, with flexible distances from 5 km to ultra and a seven hour time limit. Medal free entry option and a charity donation per finisher.

Join the Manchester Winter Warmer Run at Heaton Park with 5k, 10k and half marathon options on scenic paths and a short trail. Chip timing, medals and on site snacks make for a festive race while supporting Shelter.

The The Big Victory will take place in Snaefell on Sunday 8 February 2026. You can run 23 kilometers.

Off-road event near Preston offering 10k and 11 mile routes across tracks and fields around Caldervale and the base of Beacon Fell country park. The 11 mile has a three hour cutoff and maps with three checkpoints are provided.

A Shropshire fell race of about 18 km and 1300 m ascent across trail and open fell, run under FRA rules with full kit required. Entries open 4 January and close 6 February 2026.

Run Phoenix Running Manchester's Friday Frenzy on 13 February 2026 at Hardy Farm, a timed event on a flat 5.3 km out and back towpath where runners can complete as many laps as they like within a 7 hour limit. Finishers get a commemorative..

A timed challenge walk across the West Pennine Moors with two route options, notable upland landmarks and reservoir scenery. Walkers choose a shorter or longer route, runners may use the long route only, and both routes must be completed wi..

Bleasdale Circle by VÅGA is a classic 8 km fell race around Parlick and Paddy’s Pole on 14 February 2026, offering steep climbs, exposed high ground and true winter conditions. Advance entry only and places are limited, so bring waterproofs..

Take on Mr Sparkle's Dark Un, an 8.1 km night fell race across moorland with stiff climbs, mud and a final descent on 27 Feb 2026. A headtorch and full body cover are required and places are limited, pre entry only.

Celebrate the tenth anniversary of the Chester Ultra 50 Mile, a 50 mile trail ultramarathon around North Cheshire linking the Sandstone Trail and Helsby Hill. Expect rugged singletrack, seven checkpoints and a tough but rewarding 17 hour cu..

Castle 2 Castle Ultra is a 32 mile ultramarathon from Powis Estate in Welshpool to Caffi Wylfa in Chirk, blending fast flats with rolling footpaths for a scenic but testing challenge. This sold out event awards finishers a commemorative pla..

A 25 mile LDWA event from Minsterley Village Hall across South Shropshire countryside, with about 4,675 ft ascent, four legs and three serviced checkpoints. The route is undisclosed until the day and map and compass navigation is required.

Join Phoenix Running Manchester's Dragonfly Run at Hardy Farm for a timed, multi distance challenge on a flat riverside towpath. Enjoy a bespoke finisher medal option, cakes at aid stations and a £1 donation per runner to Glossop Cat Rescue..

The Carraghan will take place in Braddan on Saturday 28 February 2026.

Cloud Nine is a classic 9 mile fell race from Congleton to the summit of Bosley Cloud and back, offering rugged trails and great views. Entry is by pre registration only, places are limited and FRA mandatory kit rules apply.