Trail Running calendar near Dale 2026-2027

Take on Reservoir Roundabout, an annual 12 or 20 miles walking or running challenge across the wild Elan and Claerwen Valleys from Elan Valley Visitor Centre. Non competitive and volunteer run, proceeds support local charities.

Join the West Glamorgan XC League Round 3 at Margam Park, Port Talbot on 18 January 2026 for a 5 mile cross country challenge hosted by Run4All Neath. Pre registration is required and race numbers will be issued by club to team captains onl..

Spice Up Your Run Wales on 24 January 2026 at Dare Valley Country Park is a fun themed 7 hour time challenge where runners choose distances from 3km up to ultra, with optional fancy dress. Enjoy scenic trails, on course aid, and a Spice Gir..

The fourth race of the West Glamorgan XC League takes place on 1 February 2026 at scenic Kenfig Nature Reserve. Tackle 4.2 miles of classic cross country terrain with Cornelly Striders hosting; entries are limited so sign up from 19 January..

Celebrate St David's Day with the Dragon Run at Dare Valley Country Park on 1 March 2026, choose from 3 km to ultra distances or tackle a flexible 7 hour time challenge. Enjoy scenic footpaths, aid stations, medals and vegan goody bags.

Trail races in the Cambrian Mountains at Nant Yr Arian include a half marathon, 10 km and junior races on road free, waymarked routes. Run by Aberystwyth Athletic Club, the event supports local charities and offers food and race merch.

Run under dark skies at National Trust's Arlington Court in this atmospheric night trail race through woodland and rolling fields. Choose 6 km or 12 km loops and enjoy a fully marshalled course, prizes and a magical starlit finish.

Join the Dashing Dog Charity Run in March at Dare Valley Country Park for a scenic 7 hour time challenge from 3 km to ultra. Run on well kept trails with aid stations and free parking while supporting local dog rehoming charities.

Finish the season in style at West Glamorgan XC League Round 5, the final 5 mile race of the 2025/2026 series at scenic Gnoll Park in Neath on 15 March 2026. Hosted by Neath Harriers, this club focused cross country event promises a fun, ch..

Take on the Red Warrior multi terrain races at Margam Country Park on 22 March 2026, with 5K, 10K and 20K routes for solo runners and canicross teams. Expect varied trails, friendly vibes and a great day out for competitors and their dogs a..

The Aberdyfi Half Marathon will take place in Aberdyfi on Saturday 4 April 2026.

Run the iconic Pendine Sands across distances from 5k to a 32.8 mile ultra on a scenic marked out and back beach course. Finishers earn bespoke Pendine medals and champions custom trophies in this tidal adventure event supporting charity.

Take on the Vale Coastal Races along the Vale of Glamorgan coast with 10, 18.5 and 32.5 mile routes that hug the sea and finish in Ogmore by Sea. Expect stunning seaside views, a self navigated route and the infamous Hill of Doom.

Enjoy stunning coastal, woodland and dune trails at Oxwich Bay with 5 km, 10 km or a self navigated half marathon. Part of the Run The Trails Series, the event is timed and all finishers receive a medal.

Take on the inaugural MTC Afanc, a one day ultra of about 39.7 miles along National Cycle Route 8 with over 4,200 ft of ascent. Limited entry and GPS tracking make this intimate but demanding race ideal for seasoned ultrarunners.

Take on a scenic 34.8 mile one day ultra from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry Island along National Cycle Route 8 on 19 April 2026. Limited to 40 runners, this inaugural edition offers an intimate yet epic challenge with a coastal finish.

Run the wild coastal trails of Pembrokeshire National Park from 10K to Ultra, with cliffs, coves, sandy bays and sweeping sea views. Finishers earn points toward the Endurancelife season leaderboard.

Choose your distance from 3 km to ultra marathon and tackle a 7 hour time challenge around scenic Dare Valley Country Park. Enjoy lap aid stations, vegan snacks and a finisher medal for anyone completing at least 3 km.

Rasus y Bannau is a series of epic mountain races starting and finishing in Brecon, traversing the Brecon Beacons ridges with marathon and ultra options. Expect big climbs, rugged terrain and stunning views for an unforgettable challenge.

Run Exmoor's rugged coast and moorland at Maverick Exmoor X Trail in Lynton on 2 May 2026. Choose from five routes from 5 km to 56 km, enjoy fully marked, timed trails, a finishers medal and stunning Valley of Rocks views.