Trail Running calendar near Fairbourne 2025-2026

Take on the legendary Welsh 3000 Challenge across all 14 Snowdonia peaks in one epic outing or over 2 days. Guided groups, checkpoints and return transport help you tackle rugged ridges and 50 km with 4000 m of ascent.

Tackle trails and a climb to the Iron Age hillfort at Croft Ambrey on 19 July 2026, with 5 mile and 10 mile options. Fully marked courses, water stations and marshals make the scenic Herefordshire challenge welcoming to all abilities.

Tackle the legendary Paddy Buckley Round in a guided, fully supported three day traverse of northern Snowdonia, visiting 47 summits and wild ridge lines. Perfect for experienced mountain runners seeking a big, guided challenge.

The Beacons Way Ultra is a stunning but demanding 100 km trail across the Brecon Beacons high ground including Pen y Fan. 24 hour cutoff and 250 places by application make this race ideal for experienced navigators with strong hill fitness.

Tackle an epic 100 mile ultramarathon across the Brecon Beacons National Park, summiting iconic peaks and crossing wild mountain trails. Limited to 250 runners with live GPS tracking and full checkpoint support, this is a true test of endur..

Join the Railway Ultra on 25 July 2026 for a scenic riverside run along a disused railway between Ironbridge and Bridgnorth, passing industrial heritage sites. Pick distances from 9 to 37 miles and enjoy aid stations and nearby pubs.

Ultra X Wales in the Brecon Beacons on 25 and 26 July 2026 offers trail races from 12 km to 110 km with aid stations along the routes. Camp on site, benefit from UTMB index status and GPS tracking for the 110 km, and earn a finisher medal.

Run or walk as far as you like in the 7 hour Ooops I Ran It Again event at scenic Dare Valley Country Park, from 3 km to ultra distances. Finishers earn themed medals and distance pins, with aid stations, vegan snacks and free parking, and..

Take on the Pen Y Fan Challenge for a scenic trail run to the summit of the highest peak in South Wales, with 5 mile and 13 mile options for runners aged 16 or older. Expect chip timing, a finisher medal and a fully marshalled route.

Take on EDDUM 2026 on August 1, a 50 mile loop along the Epynt Way around the Sennybridge military training area, mostly trails with plenty of climbing. The supported route features five staffed checkpoints, no time limit and a relaxed fini..

The Brecon Beacons 51k will take place in Talybont-on-Usk on Saturday 8 August 2026.

Open to Offas on 8 August 2026 from Cilcain Village Hall invites runners and walkers to follow the Offa's Dyke Path over Moel Famau. Pick 16, 24 or 32 mile routes through the Clwydian Hills with checkpoints, refreshments and a joyful finish..

A sharp 4.4 km fell race from the Ragleth Inn in Little Stretton featuring 390 m of climb and great ridge views; a fast, testing course for keen fell runners. Pre entry via SI Entries or entries on the day are welcome.

SkyRun Eryri brings classic Snowdonia skyrunning to Rhyd Ddu with four mountain trail races from a technical 55 km ultra to shorter scenic challenges. Expect rocky scrambles, grassy ridges and towering Welsh 3000s views.

Tackle rugged trails and dramatic escarpments at the Beast of Llangattock at Park Farm near Crickhowell, with distances from 10 km to a 51 km ultra. Expect steep technical terrain, well stocked aid stations and sweeping hilltop views.

Tackle 130 miles along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal from Liverpool to Leeds in a single continuous towpath race. Limited to 100 entrants with supported and unsupported options, this is a bold ultra challenge for experienced runners.

Run Anglesey's rugged coast with Ring O' Fire 130, a 130 mile three day circumnavigation of the island with cliffs, beaches and about 4,000 m of ascent. Or try the Firelighter 50, a near 47 mile coastal challenge finishing in Moelfre.

Take on the Yr Wyddfa Snowdon Ultra 100, a 102 mile mountain ultramarathon across rugged Snowdonia with roughly 5,172 m of ascent and demanding self navigation. Limited to 250 runners, it features checkpoints, live GPS tracking and a 42 hou..

Take on the Yr Wyddfa Snowdon Ultra 50, a rugged 45 mile mountain ultra through iconic Snowdonia peaks including Yr Wyddfa and Tryfan. Expect big climbs, GPS tracking, strict kit rules and a limited field for a true high mountain challenge.

Run the rugged beauty of the Shropshire Hills at Battle of the Borders, starting from Carding Mill Valley and tackling the dramatic Long Mynd ridges. Choose marathon, half marathon or 10K on waymarked, scenic but rewarding trails.