Trail Running calendar near Gower 2025-2026

Ironwood Challenge is a scenic six mile trail through ancient woodland and hilly fields above Long Ashton, with mixed terrain and famously muddy sections. Chip timed, the race offers post run cake and supports Wellspring Counselling.

The Sorbrook Slog on 22 February 2026 is a testing yet scenic 7 mile multi terrain run across footpaths, fields and country lanes around Sorbrook and Sluvad. Friendly local race with marshals, tea, cake and prizes; enter online by 19 Februa..

Tackle Dartmoor's Hameldown Hammer on 28 February 2026 in Widecombe in the Moor, with a challenging half marathon, an 8 mile 7EVEN and a new Hammer Ultra. Expect rugged grassy and rocky trails, big ridge climbs, bespoke medals and a cupless..

Run 70k along the Taff Trail from the Brecon Beacons to Nantgarw, enjoying reservoirs, viaducts and valley views on a fully marked one way ultra. Bus transfers and strong on course support help you focus on the run.

Take on the Brecon to Cardiff Xtreme, a rugged 75 km mountain ultra across 11 summits, or join the Taff Xtreme Marathon for the scenic second half of the route. Both routes finish at Coleg y Cymoedd and demand strong navigation and grit.

Join the St David's Day Dragon Run at Dare Valley on 1 March 2026, a relaxed seven hour challenge where you choose how many laps to run. Expect scenic trails, medals from 3 km and tasty goody bags with vegan options.

Push your limits at Haldon Horror on 1 March 2026 in Haldon Forest Park with 3 hour, 6 hour or 12 hour formats on 5 mile laps and canicross options. Medals, live GPS tracking and free photos await, just bring a headtorch.

The Winter Green Man Ultra is a winter trail around Bristol offering 45 mile and 30 mile routes on forest trails run anti clockwise. Expect self navigation, timed checkpoints, mandatory kit checks and a finish with a bespoke T shirt and med..

Nant Yr Arian Silver Trail Races on 14 March 2026 in the Cambrian Mountains with half marathon, 10 km and junior races. Organised by Aberystwyth Athletic Club as a not for profit race supporting charities, routes are waymarked with GPX.

Join the Dashing Dog Charity Run at Dare Valley Country Park for a 7 hour time challenge where you choose how many laps to run. Support local dog rehoming charities and enjoy scenic trails, medals and on course aid.

Finish the season with the final round of the West Glamorgan XC League at Gnoll Park, Neath on 15 March 2026, a testing 5 mile cross country hosted by Neath Harriers. Club only event with no on the day entries, registration opens 2 February..

Run the Forest of Dean Spring Half Marathon on Sunday 22 March 2026, a scenic half marathon starting and finishing at the Speech House Hotel along waymarked forest trails with gentle climbs. Organised for charity and supported by the Forest..

Join the Red Warrior Challenge at Margam Country Park on 22 March 2026 for mixed terrain races offering 5K, 10K and 20K options. Solo runners and canicross teams welcome at this sixth annual celebration of trail fun and challenge.

The Way of the Dead is a challenging 50k running event traversing Dartmoor from east to west, organized by Wild Running. Participants can compete solo or in pairs, with live GPS tracking and three checkpoints that also serve as feed station..

Beyond Bristol offers scenic urban trail running on 28 March 2026, starting and finishing at Museum Square. Choose 25 km or 55 km routes that wind under Clifton Suspension Bridge and through parks, woodland and old railway lines with chip t..

Enjoy the Bath 50 Ultra Challenge on Saturday 28 March 2026, looping past the Royal Crescent and along the River Avon into beautiful countryside. Fully supported with GPS tracking, rest stops and medical cover, choose walking jogging or rac..

Run the scenic but testing trails at Escot Park Ottery St Mary with a half marathon or 10K, fully off road with short climbs and often muddy sections. Canicross entries welcome and finishers receive medals and full event support.

Take on hilly, muddy trails at the Minster Challenge in Axminster on 29 March 2026 with 12km, 5km and family friendly 3km options. All finishers get medals, winners earn prizes and homemade refreshments will be served by Axe Valley Academy..

Take on the Feighan Fury 10 mile trail through mid Devon woods, rivers and hills on 29 March 2026, with a 5 km fun run and walk for all abilities. Expect rugged scenery, on course support and a technical event vest for Fury finishers.

The Aberdyfi Half Marathon will take place in Aberdyfi on Saturday 4 April 2026.