Trail Running calendar near Dolgarrog 2025-2026

Tackle 130 miles along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal from Liverpool to Leeds in a single continuous towpath race. Limited to 100 entrants with supported and unsupported options, this is a bold ultra challenge for experienced runners.

Tackle a classic Pennines fell race in Pendleton on 29 August 2026. The 8 km course packs 457 m of ascent across rough terrain, with on the day entries and homemade cakes and a cosy village pub to reward you.

Join the Dark Side Of The Combe on Mon 31 Aug 2026 in the Lake District as part of the Black Combe Country Fair at Bootle. This 12.5 km fell race with 625 m ascent is a tough, scenic test and has on the day entry.

Enjoy a classic evening fell race around Whitworth, Lancashire with 5 miles and 360 m of ascent across Brown Wardle, Middle Hill and Hades Hill. Expect a steep opening climb, mandatory kit and a lively community atmosphere.

Run Anglesey's rugged coast with Ring O' Fire 130, a 130 mile three day circumnavigation of the island with cliffs, beaches and about 4,000 m of ascent. Or try the Firelighter 50, a near 47 mile coastal challenge finishing in Moelfre.

Groovy Baby Love is a Peak District fell race from Hayfield Scout Hut on Sat 5 Sep 2026, 16 km with 675 m climb across unmarked ground. Mandatory kit and navigation skills required; pre entry and day entries available.

Take on the Yr Wyddfa Snowdon Ultra 100, a 102 mile mountain ultramarathon across rugged Snowdonia with roughly 5,172 m of ascent and demanding self navigation. Limited to 250 runners, it features checkpoints, live GPS tracking and a 42 hou..

Take on the Yr Wyddfa Snowdon Ultra 50, a rugged 45 mile mountain ultra through iconic Snowdonia peaks including Yr Wyddfa and Tryfan. Expect big climbs, GPS tracking, strict kit rules and a limited field for a true high mountain challenge.

Join the 50th Bullock Smithy Hike in Hazel Grove on 5 to 6 September 2026. This classic circular 56 miles challenge welcomes hikers and ultra runners for a scenic, rewarding weekend.

Run the rugged beauty of the Shropshire Hills at Battle of the Borders, starting from Carding Mill Valley and tackling the dramatic Long Mynd ridges. Choose marathon, half marathon or 10K on waymarked, scenic but rewarding trails.

Join a scenic charity 10k across Staffordshire countryside, starting and finishing at the canal side Hartley Arms in Wheaton Aston. With only 150 places, the race finishes with music and food at the pub to celebrate local charities.

Take on the Stretton Skyline, a scenic yet demanding 30.5 km fell race around Church Stretton with 1357 m of climb and panoramic Shropshire Hills views. Pre entry only, finishers enjoy a tasty goody bag.

The Montane Dragon's Back Race will take place in Conwy from Monday 7 September 2026 to Friday 11 September 2026.

A guided mountain run in Snowdonia on 12 September 2026 visiting all 15 Welsh 3,000 ft peaks across about 30 miles and 4,000 m of ascent. This non competitive challenge includes experienced guides, transport and food stations.

Explore the wild West Pennine moors around Darwen on an unmarked ultra linking Jubilee, Rivington and Peel towers. Choose 39 or 55 mile routes with checkpoint support, GPS tracking and a finisher medal for a rewarding challenge.

Run the scenic 13.1 mile 361° Abersoch Half Marathon on the Llyn Peninsula, finishing with a final kilometre across Abersoch Beach. Enjoy music, massages, beach bar and prizes plus medals and tech tees for all finishers.

Take on the scenic Bollington 3 Peaks fell race in the Peak District on Sat 19 Sep 2026, a 9 km course with 370 m climb. Pre entry only, entry includes food and a pint from Bolly Brewery.

Run the Pumsaint trail half marathon in Llanwrda, a scenic, hilly route through the Cothi valley that rewards effort with great views. Held each September from Pumsaint Village Hall, it is a perfect challenge for trail lovers.

Take on the Cheshire Ring Ultra 100 Mile on 26 to 27 September 2026, a scenic and testing 100 mile ultramarathon in the GB Ultras series. Entrants must be 18 plus and have completed a 50 mile ultramarathon to qualify.

Take on the Waddington Fell Race in Lancashire on Sunday 27 September 2026, a challenging 11.3 km course with 415 m climb across well marshalled upland terrain. Entry on the day at the Village Club with proceeds supporting Mountain Rescue.