Trail Running calendar near Beddgelert 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.

Join round 4 of the North Staffs Cross Country League at Keele on 13 December 2025 for a classic cross country test across traditional terrain. Team and individual races across all ages make it a great day for clubs and runners of every lev..

BigXmas Trail Festival at Sale Water Park offers 11 km, half marathon and marathon trail routes along the River Mersey. Chip timed, the festive finish features mince pies, mulled wine and the choice of a medal or a tree planted.

Take on Mortimer Forest Trail Race on 14 December 2025, a winter multi terrain run of muddy trails, big climbs and panoramic views from High Vinnalls. Choose roughly 10 miles or a 4 mile route to suit your pace.

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 Santa Dash on 21 December for a festive 4 mile trail run around Horwich, Bolton, with medals for finishers and prizes for best fancy dress. Dress up, enjoy spot prizes and festive fun for all abilities.

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.

Cheshire Cross Country Championships on 3 January 2026 at Kelsall Equestrian Centre, with races from Under 11 to senior and veteran runners over classic cross country terrain. Club athletes chase individual and team honours. Entries online.

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..

Run Delamere Forest on 11 January 2026 across wide trails and singletrack, mostly flat with a final climb up Old Pale. Pick the 10 km or 13.1 mile route and enjoy electronic timing, finish drinks and a custom finisher's medal.

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.

Take on the Holly Challenge this January on the leafy lanes of Lightmoor Nature Reserve in Telford, with multiple distance options and medals for every finisher. With only 50 places, this small friendly event offers marshals, an aid station..

Experience Rivington by head torch at the Petzl Night Runner, a close encounters night trail offering 10 km and half marathon options. Expect rough, boggy terrain, reflective course markers and a glow in the dark finisher medal.

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 Anglezarke Amble on 14 February 2026, a scenic challenge from Rivington Village Hall across moors to Rivington Pike and Winter Hill. Pick about 16 to 17 miles or 24 miles and enjoy reservoir views within a 10 hour limit.

Choose distances from 9 miles up to a 37 mile ultra on the Winter Railway Ultra, a scenic route along the River Severn on a disused railway between Ironbridge and Bridgnorth. Enjoy regular aid stations, great riverside views and nearby vill..

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.