Trail Running calendar near Elan Valley 2026-2027

Experience the rugged beauty of Brecon Beacons National Park with a choice of 10, 20, or 40 mile trail races. Navigate mountain ridges and forest paths in this supported event starting from Gilestone Farm.

Experience an endurance event through the Black Mountains and the Blaenavon World Heritage Site. Choose between three distances and tackle historic mountain climbs and scenic canal paths starting from Abergavenny.

On 18 April 2026 Nightingale House Hospice stages 5 km and 10 km multi terrain runs at Alyn Waters Country Park with chip timing, marshals, water stations and finishers medals. A 1 km children's dash accepts on day entries.

Experience a scenic 35 mile ultra marathon from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry Island. Following the National Cycle Route 8 to the coast, this four yearly event offers a unique journey through the landscapes of South Wales.

Martley Madness is a 10-mile trail and country lane race through the Worcestershire countryside. The undulating route features woodland, Rodge Hill, and part of the Worcestershire Way. All finishers get a medal and celebratory cake at the f..

An 8.6 mile multi terrain loop around Trawsfynydd lake in Snowdonia, run under Welsh Athletics rules. Proceeds support the volunteer South Snowdonia Search and Rescue team; chip timing, marshals and water stations provided.

Join a guided 14 km trail run in peaceful Penllyn Forest on 19 April 2026, exploring quiet tracks between Bala and Lake Vyrnwy. Expect a led run with scenic stops and friendly company in person.

Experience the scenic forest trails of Cannock Chase with a half marathon 10k or 5k race. Enjoy chip timed results and a unique themed medal while running through one of England’s most historic natural landscapes.

Join an 8 km trail run at the scenic Wirral Country Park. Part of a monthly summer series, this event offers trophy categories for various age groups and supports Running Headfirst.

Coastal trail running from Little Haven with 10K, half, marathon and ultra options across undulating exposed terrain in Pembrokeshire National Park. The event forms part of the Endurancelife season leaderboard.

Follow the scenic North Wales Path along the coastline from Prestatyn. Discover landmarks like Conwy Castle on these 50km and 100km routes featuring a mix of flat coastal paths and inland hills.

Experience a self-navigation ultramarathon through the beautiful Mendip Hills. Choose between the 50 mile or 50 km off-road courses starting from the Mendip Activity Centre for a challenging trail running experience.

Experience the beauty of Shropshire on a 10 or 22 mile course climbing Abdon Burf and Wenlock Edge. Enjoy a well supported route with homemade cakes and refreshments starting from the historic Holdgate Church.

Run your own distance on a 7-hour timed course through Parc Taf Bargoed in South Wales. Choose from 5k to ultra on a flexible, scenic loop starting from Trelewis. Walkers and runners are welcome with staggered starts and full event support.

Follow the scenic Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal on this supported 40 mile point to point journey from Malpas to Brecon Basin. Enjoy a flat towpath route through the heart of the Welsh countryside with a 15 hour time limit.

Experience a scenic 13 mile offroad race across the ridge of the Malvern Hills. This hilly trail event features a friendly atmosphere with no cut off times and well stocked aid stations for all runners.

Experience a unique ultra marathon format on a 4.167 mile loop through the scenic Eastnor Castle Deer Park. Choose between an eight hour solo backyard challenge or a flexible relay with friends on a mud free course.

Explore the scenic woodland paths and panoramic views of Cheshire in these chip timed trail races. Choose between 21k and 42k distances starting from the Delamere Forest Visitor Centre.

Enjoy a flexible 7 hour time challenge at Dare Valley Country Park with distances ranging from 3km to ultra marathon. Run or walk through scenic countryside on well maintained paths and celebrate with a themed medal and ice cream.

A family oriented 2.5K and 5K event at Aston Park where every finisher receives a cuddly teddy. The run raises funds for Birmingham Children's Hospital and finishes with a teddy bears picnic.