Trail Running calendar near Betws-y-Coed 2026-2027

A guided recce of the Paddy Buckley Round in Snowdonia. This leg covers 15km with 1,580m of climb over the Hebogs on 10th May 2026. Experienced guides with Mountain Leader qualifications lead the run.

Run a scenic 10km loop through the bluebell-filled Yarrow Valley. The woodland and riverside trail includes picturesque river crossings. Finish at the Flaming Grill Pub to collect your medal and celebrate.

Choose between a 10k or 15k trail run through the tracks and fields around Scorton village. The route climbs to Nicky Nook for panoramic views across Lancashire. Both fully marked courses start from Gubberford Lane.

Take on the Caradoc Classic, a scenic 3.5 miles fell race from Church Stretton climbing about 268 m. Part of the local Summer Series, this friendly community event includes junior races and on the day entries.

Take on the classic Shining Tor fell race in the Peak District on 13 May 2026, a scenic 9.4 km challenge with 311 m of climb. Expect rough trails, great views and a friendly fell running atmosphere for adults of all abilities.

Ultra-Trail Snowdonia by UTMB is a UTMB World Series trail running event in Llanberis, North Wales, offering races from 25 km to 164 km with large elevation gains across technical mountain terrain. It is scheduled for 15 to 17 May 2026.

Join the Hayfield May Queen fell race on Fri 15 May 2026 for a lively village run as part of the May Queen celebrations and the 3 Days in May series. Entry is on the day, with all proceeds supporting the May Queen charities.

The Holcombe 10 will take place in Ramsbottom on Saturday 16 May 2026. You can run between 10 and 10 miles.

Distances The event offers three trail distances and a relay: 10 km 13.1 miles (Half Marathon) 26.2 miles (Full Marathon) Marathon Relay (teams of two, each running a half-marathon lap) The 10 km and half marathon are single-lap routes. T..

Starts at The Unicorn Inn in Telford, the route follows Ironbridge Gorge and the Silkin Way. Options include eight miles, sixteen miles or a full marathon and food and ales will be available afterwards.

Tackle the Mark Boulton Memorial Mount Famine fell race in the Peak District on Sat 16 May 2026. This testing 8 km course climbs 564 m and rewards strength, skill and grit on rough moorland.

Run the Shropshire Historic 50K from Telford Town Park to The Quarry Park in Shrewsbury on 16 May 2026, via Ironbridge, Buildwas Abbey and Wroxeter Roman City. Officially measured with chip timing, nutrition stations and free photos.

Tackle a steep 3 km fell race up Shutlingsloe in the Peak District on Sun 17 May 2026 with 270 m of ascent for a short punchy challenge. On the day entry is available and the race is part of the Wildboarclough fete.

A short, sharp fell race as part of the Three Days in May events. The 1.2-mile course goes straight up and down Lantern Pike from a field near the pub. Entry is on the day only.

Explore a scenic 10k trail race within the historic grounds of Quarry Bank Mill. The course winds through the village and woods, featuring a varied mix of terrain and surfaces. It's a chip-timed event with a finisher's medal, on-site facili..

The Batch Bash is a short, sharp fell race in Shropshire featuring a 4.8 km course with 305m of climb. It takes place on an evening in May. Entries are available in advance or on the day.

This is a 6 mile out-and-back trail race on lesser-known paths near the River Yarrow. Registration is at the Rivington Tea Room. Online entry and past results are available.

Walkers and runners can choose between 10-mile and 16-mile routes through the scenic Shropshire-Mid Wales borderlands, finishing on the Offa’s Dyke National Trail. The event features well-marked paths, checkpoints with refreshments, and sup..

Enjoy a lively 6.5 km hill run on Mynydd Myfyr near Oswestry with mixed terrain and 150 m of climbing, supporting Trefonen Hill Walk Weekend. Entry on the day welcome; scenic views and prizes make it a rewarding spring challenge.

Choose your own distance on a flat, scenic 5.3km loop along the River Mersey. This timed event gives you 7 hours to run as many laps as you like, from a single lap to an ultra. Every participant earns a finisher's medal.