Trail Running calendar near Builth Wells 2025-2026

Run or walk the Shropshire Way 80K Festival on 18 April 2026 from the Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, enjoying hilly trails through peaks, Iron Age hillforts and woodlands. Distances 10 km to 80 km and proceeds support Grow Cook Learn.

Join a guided 18 mile trail run along the Malvern Hills ridge, summiting the peaks and tackling 1300 m of ascent with a qualified coach. Not a race; expect steady trail pace, stunning views and friendly company.

Beast of the Beacons on 18 April 2026 at Gilestone Farm near Tal y Bont offers 10 mile, 20 mile and 40 mile trail races across rugged forest, mountain and reservoir terrain. Marked routes, aid stations and camping support runners.

Discover the Black Mountains and World Heritage landscapes around Blaenavon on this LDWA long distance walk and run. Pick 20, 30 or 50 mile routes that tackle classic climbs, quiet valleys and canal side finishes.

Take on the inaugural MTC Y Draig Goch on 19 April 2026, a scenic 35 mile stage from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry Island along National Cycle Route 8. Limited to 40 entrants, all finishers earn a Y Draig Goch medal and top athletes win bespoke t..

Martley Madness is a scenic 10 miles trail race across Rodge Hill and woodland, with challenging climbs and quiet country lanes. Finishers get bespoke medals and proceeds benefit Cardiac Risk in the Young.

Take on a scenic 8.6 mile loop around Trawsfynydd Lake in Snowdonia, a mixed tarmac and trail course with one testing hill and 175 m of ascent. All entry funds support the volunteer South Snowdonia Search and Rescue Team.

Join a guided 14 km trail run in peaceful Penllyn Forest on 19 April 2026, exploring quiet tracks between Bala and Lake Vyrnwy. Expect a led run with scenic stops and friendly company in person.

Run coastal trails from Little Haven in Pembrokeshire National Park past cliffs, coves and sandy bays on exposed, undulating terrain. Choose 10K to ultra, score Endurancelife points and enjoy chip timing, a finisher medal and on site suppor..

The Bath Beat showcases scenic running and walking from Bath into Cotswolds countryside, with distances from 12.5 to 26.5 miles. Checkpoints serve homemade cakes, long routes offer hot meals, and finishers get a medal and warm welcome.

Tackle the scenic Butcombe Trail Ultra in the Mendip Hills with 50 mile or 50 km self navigation routes starting at Churchill HQ. Rugged off road trails, pub stops and friendly volunteer support await.

Discover the Corvedale Cake Walk from Holdgate Church near Much Wenlock, featuring scenic tracks and climbs to Abdon Burf, Shropshire's highest point. Choose 22 mile or 10 mile routes, enjoy refreshments and support church communities.

Take on the Coventry Way Challenge, a scenic 41.4 mile circular trail around Coventry mostly across Warwickshire and Solihull, to be completed in a single day. Open to solo walkers and runners or relay teams, with checkpoints and finish mea..

Choose your distance in this 7 hour time challenge at scenic Dare Valley Country Park, with multi lap routes from 3 km up to 50 km. Enjoy on course snacks, vegan options and themed medals with distance pins.

Malvern Hills Ultra offers 23, 31, 38 and 47 mile scenic but tough out and back routes along the Worcestershire Way. Self navigation with GPX support and helpful Timelords pacers, plus a bespoke finisher medal and commemorative swag.

Run the Brecon Beacons with Rasus y Bannau, choosing marathon, 75 km or 100 km routes over iconic ridges and reservoirs. Rugged mountain terrain, full safety support and spectacular views await.

A guided mountain run across all 15 Welsh 3000 ft peaks in Snowdonia, roughly 30 miles with 4,000 m of climbing. Experienced guides and on route support make this a bold, scenic challenge for seasoned trail runners.

Take on the HOWUM 2026 30 mile trail ultra around Llanidloes, following scenic paths past reservoirs, the Severn source and historic waymarked trails. With no time limit and three supported checkpoints this is a wild friendly challenge.

Discover Exmoor's dramatic coastal cliffs, the Valley of Rocks and forest trails at the Maverick Exmoor X Trail on 2 May 2026, a technical, scenic off road challenge. Distances from 5 km to 50 km, dogs welcome and proceeds support CareMoor.

Discover the Cotswolds with Tempo Trail Races on 3 May 2026, offering scenic trail distances from 10K up to a new 50K and a 100 km ultra. Choose your challenge and soak up friendly club vibes and beautiful countryside.