Trail Running calendar near Elan Valley 2026-2027

A backyard ultra on a 4.2 mile loop near Crickhowell in the Black Mountains. Runners repeat hourly laps until one person remains; medals are awarded at 32 miles and trophies go to the final male and female finishers.

Multi-distance triathlons in Llanberis with a lake swim in Llyn Padarn, repeated 28 mile bike laps including Pen y Pass, and lake laps followed by a mountain ascent of Yr Wyddfa via the Llanberis Path.

Race 47 miles along the Cotswold Way from Chipping Campden to Painswick, traversing the rolling hills of the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This licensed continuous trail challenge runs under UK Athletics and TRA rules.

Test your endurance at Wyre Forest in a unique hourly loop challenge where you choose your distance. Complete the 6.7 km forest circuit every hour to stay in the race until only the Lone Wolf remains.

Run a scenic road course through North Wales coastal villages before an exhilarating beach finish. This Welsh Athletics affiliated event offers a half marathon and 10K trail with a vibrant seaside atmosphere.

Test your endurance on a 102 mile non stop trail race along the scenic Cotswold Way National Trail from Chipping Campden to Bath. This hilly point to point journey features constant elevation changes and beautiful village views.

Run a scenic 10km through Cannock Chase Forest's woodland and heath with live chip timing and a finisher medal. Canicross friendly and offering a post race snack and drink, this event blends great trails with a welcoming vibe.

A hilly trail event in the Cothi valley offering a 13 mile half marathon, a 6.5 mile alternative and a kids race, held at Pumsaint Village Hall with online entry and published route and results.

Experience a historic ten mile trail race through the scenic Doone Valley in Exmoor. This hill focused course offers stunning views and commemorative medals for all finishers in a small field limited to 250 participants.

Experience the Gower Peninsula with three distances following the Wales Coast Path. Run past stunning bays and limestone cliffs in this well supported trail event featuring distances of 23, 34, and 50 miles.

Explore the scenic woodland paths and castle views of Margam Country Park in this multi distance trail event. Enjoy a fully marshalled course with chip timing and a finisher medal for all participants.

Experience the beauty of the Forest of Dean on this scenic woodland trail half marathon. Run entirely on forest paths with no road crossings, this late September race features a chip timed course and finisher medals for all.

Explore the scenic woodlands of Cheshire with the Delamere Forest Wildwood Trail Series. Choose between 10k or half marathon distances on a technical trail course with canicross options available for dog owners.

An uphill only 10 km race from Ruthin to the Jubilee Tower on Moel Famau, finishing above 550 m with varied trails and a steep final gulley. A return bus to Ruthin can be bought at the event; entry fees range from £0 to £21.50.

Enjoy a flexible 7 hour time challenge at Dare Valley Country Park with distances ranging from 3km to ultra marathons. Finishers earn a themed medal and doughnuts after running through scenic Welsh countryside trails.

Experience a scenic trail half marathon through the Quantock Hills featuring technical forest paths and open moorland. This UTMB index event offers on site camping and a rugged course with stream crossings for all finishers.

Test your endurance at MacTuffX Brierley Hill in October 2026. Choose between 400m and 800m intervals in solo, double, or relay formats for a unique racing experience. This event is open to all participants aged 18 and over.

Experience the bouncy inflatable obstacle course at Cheltenham Racecourse. Choose between several distances and navigate through a series of large inflatables while earning your finisher medal.

A trail event from Camp Plas in the Cambrian Mountains offering 20, 32 and 40 mile routes, marked support and eco friendly camping with on-site amenities and stocked checkpoints.

Experience a 55 km journey through the scenic Forest of Dean featuring technical trails and river views. This self navigation ultra marathon offers dedicated support and a separate category for Canicross runners.