Trail Running calendar near Bangor 2025-2026

The BigXmas Trail Festival is an annual trail running event held at Sale Water Park in Greater Manchester, blending urban and rural landscapes. Now in its fourth year, it offers three race distances: 11km, half marathon, and marathon. The c..

The Moel Famau Festive 'Piece of String' Race is a unique running event held on the last Saturday before Christmas at Bwlch Penbarras. Participants can expect a surprise distance and route, ranging between 6 and 12 kilometers, which will be..

Take on upland trails in the Elan and Claerwen Valleys with an annual 12 and 20 mile walking and running challenge. Parts of the route are waymarked and map reading skills are needed; route maps and GPX files are sent to entrants in advance..

The Holly Challenge is a multi-distance race organized by How Hard Can It Be Events, held at Burroughs Bank, Lightmoor, Telford, TF4 3QS, within the Lightmoor Nature Reserve. Runners can choose 5K, 10K, half marathon, or marathon distances...

Take on the epic Tour De Yr Wyddfa with 43.5 km and 2327 m ascent around the mountain on 24 January 2026, or opt for a shorter Llanberis to Pen y Pas half, relay or pair entry. Organized by Eryri Harriers for experienced mountain runners.

Run Petzl Night Runner Rivington on Winter Hill at night, the series finale with reflective course signs and radio mast views. Pick 10k or half on rough off road terrain, earn a glow in the dark medal and bring kids for a free 1k.

Tackle scenic trails on the Long Mynd from Carding Mill Valley with a choice of a half marathon or a two lap full marathon. Enjoy well stocked aid stations, friendly marshals and a post race cake competition for all.

Warm up your winter at the Manchester Winter Warmer Run in Heaton Park on Sunday 8 February 2026, with 5k, 10k and half marathon options across an undulating park course. All finishers get a medal and you can optionally fundraise for Shelte..

Join the Anglezarke Amble, a scenic challenge from Rivington across moorland to Winter Hill and reservoirs. Pick 17 miles or 24 miles where runners may use the longer route, enjoy checkpoints with refreshments and a finisher's certificate.

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 the Chester Ultra 50, a 50 mile trail race around Chester weaving through Helsby Hill, Delamere Forest and the Sandstone Trail. Expect varied terrain, live GPS tracking and a supported course with seven checkpoints.

Cloud 9 is a scenic 9 mile fell race from Congleton to Bosley Cloud and back via the Bridestones with about 1250 ft of ascent. Off road, chip timed and well marshalled, it supports the National Trust.

Explore riverside paths and rocky trails at Loggerheads Country Park with 5 km, 5 km canicross and 10 km options on 7 March 2026. Varied terrain, steps and scenic views make this a fun and rewarding challenge for runners and their dogs.

Take on the Granny's Bay Challenge in Lytham St Annes, a scenic 6 hour timed event along the Ribble estuary with coastal views and a flat tarmac course. Only 100 places available and a medal awaits anyone completing one lap.

Take on the 40th Two Crosses Circuit on Sunday 8 March 2026 and traverse the Western Pennine reservoirs and moors on scenic 26 mile or 18 mile courses for walkers and runners. Base is Greenmount Old School for a friendly, well supported out..

Enjoy a two day festival at the Brynkinalt Estate with canicross on day one and scenic trail 5k and 10k races on day two. Expect rolling estate trails, great views and a friendly festival vibe.

Run the Nant Yr Arian Silver Trail on 14 March 2026 across scenic Cambrian Mountains, with a half marathon, 10 km and junior races for all ages. Enjoy an event village, charity support and great mountain views.

Take on the Beast of the Blacks in the stunning Black Mountains of Wales with 11, 20 or 40 mile trail options, fully marked and well supported. Canicross friendly and rich with aid stations and great views for all abilities.

Join a guided recce of the Glyders between Llanberis and the Ogwen Valley, covering 15 km with 1,830 m of ascent in Snowdonia. Small groups led by qualified, experienced runners set out from Capel Curig for a rewarding mountain day.

The Moel Famau Easter 'Piece of String' Race is a fun and inclusive outdoor event held at the start of the Easter holidays. Participants can enjoy a scenic run on the region's popular hill, with routes ranging from 6 to 12 kilometers that a..