Trail Running calendar near Elan Valley 2026-2027

Explore the scenic valley of Ironbridge in Shropshire with this multi lap race offering 8 mile, 16 mile, and marathon distances. Finishers receive a unique themed medal after running through local tracks and village paths.

Test your strength and endurance in this iconic outdoor hybrid fitness competition. Featuring five 20 minute workouts including assault courses, rucking, and heavy carries, it is the ultimate test of functional fitness for pairs and teams.

The CWM Elan Back Yard Ultra will take place in Rhayader on Saturday 4 July 2026. You can run 7 kilometers.

Experience a summer trail race through the hilly forest paths of Cannock Chase. Choose between a half marathon or 10k and enjoy free parking, race photos, and a bespoke finisher medal.

Experience a 6 mile trail run through the Bromsgrove countryside featuring woodland paths and rolling hills. Starting at Sanders Park, this off road adventure offers a scenic route with medals for all finishers.

A 27 mile point to point ultramarathon on 8 July 2026 that begins with a near four mile mountain trek to the Severn source and follows the river back to Mid Wales Arts Centre. Two checkpoints provide vegan and gluten free food options.

A five day multistage ultramarathon along the River Severn of approximately 220 miles, each day run as a separate race with bespoke medals and shared hotel accommodation between stages.

Take on the Stiperstones Fell Race in Snailbeach on Wed 8 Jul 2026, a rugged 6.7 km course with about 375 m of climb across classic Shropshire ridgelines. Pre entry is £7 or pay £10 on the day, with junior races available.

Experience an off road 10 km single lap through the trails of Wyre Forest in this summer evening race. This inclusive event welcomes canicross runners and offers a focused racing environment starting from the Callow Hill Visitor Centre.

A 48 mile point to point ultramarathon from Mid Wales Art Centre to Shrewsbury with four manned checkpoints, mandatory navigation and a required minimum average pace of 4.0 miles per hour. Finishers receive a bespoke medal and a complimenta..

A 57-mile point-to-point ultramarathon along the Severn from Travelodge Worcester to Travelodge Stonehouse, with four checkpoints offering vegan and gluten free options, mandatory kit requirements and a minimum average pace of 4.0 mph.

Self navigated trail event from Longtown Hall through the Black Mountains offering 50, 32, 27 and 13 mile distances with GPX files, checkpoints and full medical and timing support. Mandatory kit checks are enforced.

Experience the landscape of Eryri National Park with a range of trail races from 10k to a 57km ultra marathon starting and finishing in Llanberis. Run through iconic Welsh landmarks with full course support and chip timing.

A 24-hour UTMB-indexed trail on Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) from Llanberis where individuals or relay teams try to complete as many ascents as possible. Distances include 50k, 100k and 100 mile options and the event supports charity fundraising.

Explore twelve local parishes through the Worcester countryside on circular off road routes ranging from 10 to 40 miles. Walk or run this waymarked event featuring regular checkpoints and a hot meal at the finish.

Run the scenic Shropshire Hills at The Piece of Cake Trail Run in Carding Mill Valley with 10K, half marathon and marathon distances. Enjoy marked trails, aid stations, a finisher medal and a cake competition.

Join the Butterfly Run at Parc Taf Bargoed with rock up and run starts across distances from 5 km to ultra on a scenic tarmac course with a short riverside trail. Staggered starts, aid stations and an optional supersized spinning medal awai..

Experience the scenic Shropshire countryside with the Ludlow10 running event. Choose between a half marathon, 10k, or 5k featuring rural lanes, historic town streets, and undulating off road sections at Whitcliffe Common.

Join this multi lap marathon and half marathon event in Worcester featuring a flat off road course. Run solo or in relay teams with fancy dress and support local stroke recovery charities.

Experience a scenic 5 mile multi terrain race through the woodland trails and grassy paths of Arrowe Park. This chip timed event offers a flat course with gentle undulations and includes a bespoke medal for all finishers.