Trail Running calendar near Betws-y-Coed 2025-2026

Run the rugged beauty of the Shropshire Hills at Battle of the Borders, starting from Carding Mill Valley and tackling the dramatic Long Mynd ridges. Choose marathon, half marathon or 10K on waymarked, scenic but rewarding trails.

Take on the Stretton Skyline, a scenic yet demanding 30.5 km fell race around Church Stretton with 1357 m of climb and panoramic Shropshire Hills views. Pre entry only, finishers enjoy a tasty goody bag.

The Montane Dragon's Back Race will take place in Conwy from Monday 7 September 2026 to Friday 11 September 2026.

Join a guided mountain run across Snowdonia on 12 September 2026, visiting 15 Welsh 3,000 ft peaks and the Crib Goch traverse. This epic 30 mile route packs about 4,000 m of ascent and is led by qualified mountain leaders.

Run across the West Pennine Moors from Darwen to three iconic towers in Three Towers Ultra, an unmarked trail where navigation matters. Choose 39 or 55 miles with staffed checkpoints, GPS tracking and a finisher medal.

Celebrate four decades at the High Peak 40 in Buxton, a scenic 40 mile ultramarathon over mixed trails and roads. Take on this rewarding endurance test with a 14 hour time limit and a special anniversary atmosphere.

Run the scenic 13.1 mile 361° Abersoch Half Marathon on the Llyn Peninsula, finishing with a final kilometre across Abersoch Beach. Enjoy music, massages, beach bar and prizes plus medals and tech tees for all finishers.

Take on the scenic Bollington 3 Peaks fell race in the Peak District on Sat 19 Sep 2026, a 9 km course with 370 m climb. Pre entry only, entry includes food and a pint from Bolly Brewery.

Run the Pumsaint trail half marathon in Llanwrda, a scenic, hilly route through the Cothi valley that rewards effort with great views. Held each September from Pumsaint Village Hall, it is a perfect challenge for trail lovers.

Run a scenic 102 mile canal loop near Manchester on 26 to 27 September 2026 in the UKA permitted Cheshire Ring Ultra. With a 30 hour cut off and limited places, this tough trail event is for experienced ultrarunners.

Take on the Waddington Fell Race in Lancashire on Sunday 27 September 2026, a challenging 11.3 km course with 415 m climb across well marshalled upland terrain. Entry on the day at the Village Club with proceeds supporting Mountain Rescue.

Run Delamere Forest Wildwood on Sunday 27 September 2026: choose a half marathon or 10K on technical, scenic forest trails with climbs and mud. Canicross option lets you enjoy the race with your dog.

Take on the Town to Tower 10k on 3 October 2026, an all uphill 10k from Ruthin to the Jubilee Tower atop Moel Famau. Expect varied trails, steep climbs and stunning summit views in this scenic autumn challenge.

Run the 32 mile Loop Ultra on October 10 2026 from Camp Plas toward Lake Vrynwy, a scenic fully marked trail with ranger support and just 100 spots. Camp onsite, enjoy live music and waterside activities for a festival feel after the run.

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.

Join the 20th Andrew Heywood Memorial Windgather on 11 Oct 2026 in the Peak District, a 21.7 km trail with 762 m ascent starting at the Burbage Institute, Buxton. Pre entry is advised and pre entries receive a commemorative memento.

Enjoy scenic autumn trails at Loggerheads Country Park with 6 km and 12 km options suitable for all abilities, including canicross. Family friendly with no time limits and early starts for quieter running.

Take on the Brenig Way 50 km trail through the Dee Valley and Clocaenog Forest, finishing on the Llyn Brenig dam. Expect technical climbs, riverside paths and full electronic timing with GPS trackers to keep you on course.

Take on The Drop in Manchester, a blindfolded navigation challenge where teams or solo runners are bused to a secret drop and must find their way back on foot. Choose 10 or 15 mile options for a unique test of navigation and grit.

Take on the Black Beacon Mountain Races, a series of mountain trail challenges across the Brecon Beacons and Black Mountains from Hay on Wye. Choose from long distance courses with GPS routes, rugged ridgelines and full mountain support.