Trail Running calendar near Black Mountains, Wales 2025-2026

Run the dramatic Cheddar Gorge on trails across the Mendip Hills, from a fun 1k up to a full marathon, with cliff top views, meadows and rugged rock underfoot. Finishers of 6km and longer earn a two sided event medal.

Ultra Wales 50 is a rugged 51 mile trail through Southern Snowdonia, taking in Cadair Idris, Rhinog Fach and Coed y Brenin forest and estuary vistas. Expect long climbs, technical terrain and epic views on a day of mountain running.

Challenge yourself on the Lake Vyrnwy 10k, a scenic multi terrain trail around the estate with climbs, fast downhills and stunning lake views. Open to runners 16 and over, finishers receive a medal and a lively finish arena with music.

Challenge yourself on the Lake Vyrnwy 10k, a scenic multi terrain trail around the estate with climbs, fast downhills and stunning lake views. Open to runners 16 and over, finishers receive a medal and a lively finish arena with music.

Take on multi lap 5K loops at the Snickerthon in scenic Chasewater Country Park with distances from 5K to full marathon. Enjoy a relatively flat course, finisher medal and maybe a Snickers plus refreshment stops.

Join the PIGUM on July 4, 2026 in Abergavenny for a 30 mile mountain trail ultra with about 5,000 feet of climbing, taking in Sugar Loaf and ridge country. Expect fully stocked checkpoints, friendly crew support and no time limit.

Run a scenic Half Marathon from Wolverhampton to Brindley Place along canal towpaths and through a 360 m tunnel on a flat route. Chip timed waves, early entrants may get personalised bibs, finishers receive a medal, T shirt and goody bag.

The Turd is a fun running event held in the scenic valley of Ironbridge, Shropshire, hosted by How Hard Can It Be Events. Participants can choose from three distances: 8 miles, 16 miles, or a full marathon. The marathon involves completing..

Cannock Chase Forest HM & 10k is a summer running event set in Cannock Chase Forest, Staffordshire, offering a Half Marathon (Half Forest) and a 10k on forest trails that are described as hilly. The course provides a challenging yet accessi..

Tackle a scenic 27 mile point to point ultra to the source of the Severn, including a four mile climb up Plynlimon. Finish at Mid Wales Arts Centre in Caersws and enjoy a rugged, rewarding mountain to river route.

Tackle the Severn Challenge: a five day, roughly 220 mile multiday ultra along the Severn Way from source to sea, testing navigation and endurance. Enjoy nightly hotel stops, baggage transfers and collectible stage medals that form a jigsaw..

Tackle the MTC Severn Plod Ultra, a 48 mile point to point ultramarathon from Maesmawr to Shrewsbury on 9 July 2026. Enjoy riverside trails, rolling hills and friendly checkpoints with vegan and gluten free options; bring a reusable cup.

Run the Summer 10k at picturesque Coombe Abbey Park, a scenic two lap trail through woodland and meadows with a mix of grassy and rooty footing. Choose a tree token instead of a medal to plant a tree and support wildflowers.

Take on the Swan Challenge on July 10, 2026 at Coombe Abbey Park: a six hour event where you complete as many 3.3 mile laps as you can. Enjoy flat park paths, support Roald Dahl Charity, and pick a medal or tree token.

Take on the MTC Severn Path Ultra, a point to point ultramarathon of roughly 60 miles from Shrewsbury to Worcester along the scenic River Severn. All finishers receive a bespoke medal and a head visor for this tenth edition.

Run the scenic Severn Way in the MTC Severn Way Ultra, a 57 mile point to point ultra on 11 July 2026 that follows largely flat riverside paths. Cup free event with checkpoints and a bespoke finisher medal plus an MTC head visor.

Join the Hallow 12 Parish Challenge on Saturday 11 July 2026 for circular off road walks and runs through 12 charming local parishes. Choose distances from 10 to 40 miles with waymarked routes, checkpoints and a hot meal at the finish.

Enjoy scenic trails through the Shropshire Hills at The Piece of Cake Trail Run in Carding Mill Valley, with 10K, half and full marathon options. Post run treats and a cake competition add a sweet finish to this countryside challenge.

Explore the stunning Black Mountains with distances from a half marathon to 50 miles across mostly trail terrain. Self navigation with GPX, trackers and full aid makes this a bold yet well supported trail challenge.

Tackle the 12 hour Dusk To Dawn challenge at Bridgend Miniature Railway on 18 July 2026, running as many 10 mile loops as you can across mixed terrain and forested hills. Expect night markings, on course support, and a true endurance test.