Trail Running calendar near Elan Valley 2025-2026

Join the Ross on Wye Riverbank Run on 6 September 2026 for scenic multi terrain 5k, 10k and a family fun 500m along the River Wye. Flat, fast course, chip timing and medals for all finishers make it perfect for racers and families alike.

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.

Join a guided mountain run across Snowdonia on 12 September 2026, visiting 15 Welsh 3,000 ft peaks and the Crib Goch traverse. This epic 30 mile route packs about 4,000 m of ascent and is led by qualified mountain leaders.

Tackle The Relentless in Bridgend, a tough looped ultra on 18 September 2026 offering 50 miles (5 loops) or 100 miles (10 loops) with big support, crew zones and drop bag access each lap. Limited to 25 runners per distance so book early.

Run the Cotswold Half Way is a 47 mile nonstop trail race along the Cotswold Way from Chipping Campden to Painswick, offering classic rolling countryside and a true ultra challenge. TRA licensed and run under UK Athletics rules, the event s..

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.

Challenge yourself over 102 miles of the Cotswold Way from Chipping Campden to Bath across 32 hours on 19 and 20 September 2026. Expect relentless hills, sweeping views, supportive aid stations and a buckle for finishers.

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.

Run stunning coastal trails in the Gower AONB on 26 September 2026 with three distances: 50 miles, 34 miles and 23 miles along the Wales Coast Path. Expect dramatic cliffs, beaches and manned checkpoints with GPS tracking and race support.

Race scenic trails at Margam Country Park with castle views on a 5K or 10K loop. Fully marked and marshalled with chip timing, water stations and a finisher medal, ideal for new and experienced runners.

Run through ancient woodland in the Forest of Dean at the Autumn Half Marathon starting and finishing at Speech House. This scenic 13 mile trail on well marked tracks supports local charities and awards a medal to every finisher.

Take on the Town to Tower 10k on 3 October 2026, an all uphill 10k from Ruthin to the Jubilee Tower atop Moel Famau. Expect varied trails, steep climbs and stunning summit views in this scenic autumn challenge.

Run the 32 mile Loop Ultra on October 10 2026 from Camp Plas toward Lake Vrynwy, a scenic fully marked trail with ranger support and just 100 spots. Camp onsite, enjoy live music and waterside activities for a festival feel after the run.

Tackle 55 km through the Forest of Dean, from ridges and dense woodland to the River Wye and Symonds Yat viewpoint. Technical single track and riverside sections offer scenic challenge and there is a canicross category.

Cannock Chase Running Festival at Birches Valley on Sunday 11 October offers half marathon, 10k, 5k and junior races across scenic forest trails. Enjoy an event village, chip timing, themed medals and free photos.

Take on Twin Peaks and Ras Consti in Aberystwyth for a coastal trail that climbs Pen Dinas and Constitution Hill. Senior race is 11.7 km with great views and junior races welcome ages 7 to 15.

Enjoy scenic autumn trails at Loggerheads Country Park with 6 km and 12 km options suitable for all abilities, including canicross. Family friendly with no time limits and early starts for quieter running.

Take on the Brenig Way 50 km trail through the Dee Valley and Clocaenog Forest, finishing on the Llyn Brenig dam. Expect technical climbs, riverside paths and full electronic timing with GPS trackers to keep you on course.

Blaze the Biblins on 18 October 2026 is a scenic 10k trail race through ancient woods and riverbanks near Ross on Wye. Expect technical single track, climbs including the notorious Demon hill, and a lively village finish.