Trail Running calendar near Elan Valley 2025-2026

Event overview The Lake Vyrnwy event is a trail, multi-terrain race of approximately 10k set around the Lake Vyrnwy estate. The route stays on private land in Llanwddyn and includes a mix of fast footpaths, grass, stony sections and short s..

Tackle the Welsh 3000s on a guided non competitive mountain run across Snowdonia's 15 peaks, including Crib Goch. About 50 km with 4,000 m ascent, led by qualified guides with transport, support vehicle and food stops for seasoned runners.

Event details The event takes place on 28 June 2026 in Llanberis, North Wales (LL55 4HA). Entries open on 17 September 2025 and close on 26 June 2026. The minimum age is 18 or older. The published entry fee is £65. Entry requires a SiEntrie..

The PIGUM 2026 is a thrilling 30-mile ultra marathon set in Abergavenny, known as the Gateway to Wales. This challenging trail run features 5,000 feet of elevation, taking participants over mountain peaks and scenic trails, including the ic..

Run from Wolverhampton to Brindley Place along scenic canal towpaths, a mostly flat point to point course that includes the 360 metre Coseley Tunnel. Chip timed with wave starts and a finish area T shirt and medal.

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..

Run the Severn from source to sea in a five day, approximately 220 mile multiday ultra along the Severn Way. Split into five stages with finisher medals that form a jigsaw, this challenging route rewards navigation skills and grit.

Tackle a 27 mile mountain route from Rhyd y benwch to Maesmawr via Plynlimon on 8 July 2026. Rugged trails, river source views and a challenging point to point course make this a memorable test for experienced trail runners.

Run 48 miles from Mid Wales to Shrewsbury on 9 July 2026 at the 10th MTC Severn Plod Ultra. Supportive checkpoints offer vegan and gluten free options while scenic countryside and a bespoke finisher medal await.

Take on the scenic 59 mile Severn Path ultra from Shrewsbury to Worcester on 10 July 2026. Rivers, varied trails, four checkpoints with vegan and gluten free food, and a bespoke medal and MTC head visor await finishers.

Take on the scenic 57 mile MTC Severn Way Ultra along the River Severn from Worcester to Stonehouse on 11 July 2026. Enjoy a mostly flat route, four checkpoints and a bespoke medal and MTC head visor for finishers.

Explore the Black Mountains from Longtown Herefordshire on 11 July 2026 with distances from 13 miles to a 50 mile ultra across scenic trails. Self navigation with GPX, checkpoints, food and medical cover provide strong support.

Take on Snowdon in a 24 hour ultra where runners try to ascend and descend Yr Wyddfa as many times as possible. UTMB indexed solo options from 50 km to 100 miles offer a raw test of endurance amid dramatic Eryri scenery.

Try the Hallow 12 Parish Challenge in rural Worcester with circular off road routes from 10 to 40 miles for runners and walkers. Waymarked trails, checkpoints with snacks and a hot finish meal make it a welcoming adventure.

Run iconic Snowdonia trails from 10k to ultra, starting and finishing in Llanberis. Tackle rugged climbs and savour sweeping views of Yr Wyddfa in a memorable mountain race day.

Experience sand dunes, river crossings and coastal cliffs at Rabbit Run Wales on the Merthyr Mawr Estate, with the famous Big Dipper dune as a highlight. Choose a 12K or 40K trail or enjoy family Bunny races for runners of all ages.

Tackle the Welsh 3000 Challenge: a guided crossing of Snowdonia's 14 peaks in one continuous route, about 50 km with 4000 m of ascent. Choose a 20 hour or 2 day format with expert mountain leaders and full support.

Push your limits in a 12 hour loop challenge at Bridgend Miniature Railway, running as many 10 mile loops as you can across mixed hilly and technical forestry trails. Enjoy on site support, snacks, a finisher medal and the lively Mad Runnin..

Explore the wild Gower Peninsula based at Penrice Castle with figure of eight routes from 10 km to 100 km for walkers and runners. Supportive aid stations, camping, and a finisher T shirt and medal make this a memorable coastal challenge.