Trail Running calendar near Chirk 2026-2027

A 45 mile mountain ultramarathon in Snowdonia based at Betws y Coed on 5 September 2026, with significant ascent, five checkpoints and mandatory mountain kit. The route includes peaks such as Yr Wyddfa and Glyder Fach and offers GPS trackin..

The Bullock Smithy Hike is a 56-mile circular ultra-hike or run organized by a local Scout group. Held over a weekend in September, it starts and finishes in Hazel Grove.

Participate in a unique fell race where teams carry beer barrels over the Edale moors. This family friendly event includes individual fell races and children's categories while supporting local primary schools.

Trail running in the Shropshire Hills with Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K options on a single lap route through National Trust land, starting and finishing at Carding Mill Valley near Church Stretton.

A last person standing looped race at Hardwick Hall Estate where runners repeat a 4.16 mile loop every hour until only one can start the next lap. The course mixes estate trails and farmland and the event currently has a wait list.

A 7.1 km fell race on the Longshaw estate in September 2026, using the estate’s new route and 237 m of climb. Entry includes admission to Britain’s oldest sheepdog trials plus food and grandstand seating.

Enjoy a scenic trail run through the Staffordshire countryside starting and finishing at a canal side pub. This charity event features a 10k route followed by evening food and music.

A trail running event on 5th September 2026 from Barmouth beach to the summit of Cadair Idris and back. Multiple distances are offered with regular aid stations and a 12 hour overall cutoff.

A long-distance walking and running event crossing Wales over a 45 mile linear route to be completed within 18 hours, presented as a weekend package with accommodation, coach transport, refreshment stops and route maps.

The Cheshire 100 Ultra Run follows the Cheshire Canal Ring from Northwich and is organised by New Era Community Boxing. Entry is open to those over 20, with route guidance, checkpoints, support options and a 36 hour time limit.

Experience a flat multi terrain course along the banks of the River Wye. This festival of running offers chip timed 10k and 5k races plus a family fun run and Canicross options for everyone to enjoy.

A 27 km fell race near Totley, Sheffield on 6 September 2026 with about 1,066 m of climb. The route requires self-navigation under FRA rules and mandates specific safety kit and checkpoint clips.

A 30.5 km fell race around Church Stretton with 1360 m ascent, partially marked and requiring navigational skills. Entry is £10 with a 180 runner limit and minimum age over 19.

Experience a point to point half marathon along the scenic Sandstone Trail from Bickerton Hill to Kelsall Hill. This event features professional timing, on course water stations, and excellent finish line facilities including showers and a..

An 11.2 km fell race in the Black Mountains near Pengenffordd on Sunday 6th September 2026, following a classic horseshoe over Waun Fach on defined and improved paths. The event features marshals, first aid, a maprun option and post race sn..

A 14.5 km fell race with 855 m of ascent on upland moorland near Penmaenmawr, requiring navigation and mountain skills. Entries include a soup and roll and electronic timing; travel guidance and a cutoff at CP2 are in place.

A six day, multi stage 380 km ultra across the spine of Wales with unmarked navigation and about 17,400 m of ascent. Two day Dragon's Fire and Dragon's Tail options cover the northern and southern sections respectively.

Enjoy a Peak District fell race at Oxspring Playing Field, a punchy 6.2 km course with 190 m of ascent through scenic terrain. On the day entries welcome for a modest fee and the event is part of an eight race series.

A trail 5k around Clowbridge Reservoir run over two anticlockwise laps from Rossendale Valley Sailing Club. It is part of a three race series in September with prizes and fundraising for local causes.

A guided mountain run across the 15 Welsh 3,000 ft peaks in Snowdonia covering about 30 miles and 4,000 m of ascent. Transport, a mountain guide, support vehicle and food stations are included in the booking price.