Trail Running calendar near Bangor 2025-2026

A challenging 10 km uphill only race from Ruthin to the Jubilee Tower on Moel Famau, finishing above 550 m with sweeping hilltop views. Open to walkers and hill runners, it pairs a tough ascent with a memorable mountain finish.

Experience The Drop in Manchester: blindfolded participants are driven to a secret drop off and must navigate back on foot over 10 or 15 miles as the crow flies. No GPS allowed, live tracking keeps it safe and competitive.

Tackle a stunning 32 mile loop through the Cambrian Mountains, with lake views, forest tracks and fully marked, supported trails. Limited to 100 runners, a festival weekend at Camp Plas offers camping, live music and post race food.

Take on Twin Peaks and Ras Consti in Aberystwyth for a coastal trail that climbs Pen Dinas and Constitution Hill. Senior race is 11.7 km with great views and junior races welcome ages 7 to 15.

Run scenic trails at Loggerheads Country Park with Loggerheads Autumn Trails, featuring 6 km, 12 km and canicross options for all abilities. Family friendly, fully marked routes and no time limits make for a relaxed autumn run.

Tackle the Brenig Way 50 km trail, a scenic endurance run from Corwen to the dam at Llyn Brenig through forests, riverside paths and technical climbs. Electronically timed with GPS trackers and aid stations, it is a rugged yet well supporte..

Run through Newborough Forest and Llanddwyn Island on scenic 10K and half marathon routes with sandy beach sections and views across the Menai Strait to Snowdonia. Celebrate in the event village and claim your bespoke finisher memento.

Take on the Slate Trail Ultra in Snowdonia from 14 to 15 November 2026, with 80 km or 147 km routes that traverse dramatic coastal and mountain trails. Marked aid stations and UTMB points make this a true test of endurance.

Tackle scenic trails at the Delamere Forest 21k or 42k on Sunday 22 November 2026, with routes through Blakemere Moss and along the Sandstone Trail. Enjoy a well marshalled, sustainability focused event set among beautiful woodland.

Take on the Cardington Cracker, a 9 mile fell race near Church Stretton with 793 m of climb and breathtaking Border views. Pre entry only and limited parking mean early sign up is essential for this rugged, rewarding test.

Run the Trail by Torchlight in Llangollen: an 8 km fell race over scenic starlit moor with about 244 m ascent. Bring a head torch and enjoy a lively night race open to runners aged 16 and over.

Take on the inaugural MTC Black Anise, a 38.1 mile single day ultra from Lancaster to Wigan on 12 July 2029. Limited to 40 runners, this compact end to end stage pairs rugged terrain with an intimate yet epic atmosphere and a Black Anise fi..

Tackle the inaugural MTC Blue Caps, a 35.5 mile single day ultra from Wigan to Tarporley on 13 July 2029. Limited to 40 starters, this scenic but demanding event offers a finisher medal and strict pacing to keep you moving.