Trail Running calendar near Black Mountains, Wales 2026-2027

Experience the historic Ironbridge Gorge and Silkin Way at this multi lap event in Telford. Choose between 8, 16, or 26.2 mile distances starting and finishing at a local inn.

The Semington Slog on 16 May 2026 features a 10 km and 2 km run from St Georges School. Routes explore the village and Kennet and Avon Canal towpath. Enjoy community activities, refreshments, and prizes.

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.

The Maverick Cotswolds Trail returns for its 11th year on May 16, 2026. Starting from the historic Sudeley Castle, runners can choose from five scenic trail distances, from a 7km Short to a 51km Ultra. This dog-friendly event features a cup..

A community running event in the parish of Deddington offering 5k, 10k and 20k routes on Sunday 17 May 2026. The event is open to all and supports local organisations including the Deddington Primary School PTA, Deddington PFSU and Deddingt..

This 10K trail race starts and finishes on Cocklemoor in Langport, taking runners across mixed terrain paths through the Somerset Levels and countryside. It follows UK Athletics rules and is open to participants aged 17 and over.

Tackle the 10 mile Sirhowy Challenge on 17 May, a scenic multi terrain loop climbing 1500 ft to Machen Trig Point through the rolling Sirhowy valley. Undulating terrain suits adventurous runners and all finishers receive a drinks token.

Experience a beautiful 10km off road trail run through the Wiltshire countryside featuring historic Barbury Castle. Enjoy a marshalled course with hills and a sunset backdrop followed by medals and a BBQ.

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.

Take on a 26.2 mile trail run through the historic Bedford ironworks and diverse forest terrain in Bridgend. This exclusive event is limited to 60 participants and features fully marked paths with five support stations.

A non stop 145 mile journey along the Grand Union Canal from Birmingham to London. This iconic ultramarathon offers a flat course through urban and rural scenery with a generous 45 hour window to finish.

Explore the scenic Shropshire and Mid Wales border on this 10 or 16 mile hillwalk and run. Enjoy a well marked route through moorland and woods with a finish on the historic Offas Dyke National Trail.

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.

The Taunton Trail offers a fast, flat half marathon and 10K along the scenic waterways near Taunton Rugby Club. All runners get a large medal, with prizes for the top three finishers. Participants praise the friendly atmosphere, encouraging..

A chip timed *10k* trail run on 24 May 2026 that starts and finishes at Bredon Cricket Club. The marshalled route climbs to the 299 m summit of Bredon Hill and all finishers receive a medal.

The Crocodile 8 is an 8.8-mile run on mixed terrain around Herefordshire's Tillington and Burghill. It features music on the course, steep climbs, and a lively after-event party. Entry is by advance registration only.

An off-road race in Dursley on 25 May 2026 covering about 10.31 km with 318 m of climb, visiting Cam Peak, Cam Long Down, Uley Bury and Downham Hill. Entries are limited to 120 and handled via Entry Central.

Celebrate 50 years of Rocky with a flexible time challenge at Dare Valley Country Park. Run anything from 3km to an ultra marathon on scenic paths and earn a themed medal and goody bag.

Experience a 50 mile ultra marathon along the Telford T50 pathway featuring historic sites like Ironbridge and the heights of the Wrekin with full checkpoint support.

Race along the sandy shoreline and coastal paths of West Somerset in this 7 mile multi surface event. Run at the water’s edge from Blue Anchor to Minehead and return alongside a vintage steam railway.