Trail Running calendar near Gower 2026-2027

Take a scenic single lap around Wimbleball Lake on varied off road trails with a short tarmac crossing, choosing 5K or 10K. Part of the Wimbleball sports festival with canicross entries, chip timing and finisher medals.

Black Cattle Ultra invites runners to tackle South Wales trails across two distances: 44 miles from Llanthony Priory or 33 miles from Abergavenny, finishing in Cardiff. Expect mountains, woodlands, aid stations and unique finisher mementos.

Steam Challenge on Sunday 30 August 2026 is a timed out and back race along an old train line near Bridestowe with a seven hour limit and medals for finishers. Enjoy undulating off road and paved terrain.

Take on RIDUM 2026, a 30 mile circular ridge run around the Rhymney Valley on 5 September, starting at Parc Penalta. Mostly trail with big climbs, sweeping views and staffed checkpoints offering full support.

Celebrate the 40th Haytor Heller on Saturday 5 September 2026, a thrilling 6 mile off road moorland race that starts below Haytor Rock. Expect rugged terrain, steep climbs, a stream crossing and a fast downhill finish to a festive HQ.

RunThrough Snowdonia Sea2Sky in Barmouth invites trail runners to tackle coastal paths and climb Cadair Idris with 12 km, 25 km and 54 km options. Expect stunning views, waymarked trails, chip timing and a lively event village.

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.

Join the 10th anniversary Dartmoor Volcano Race, a rugged 10.5 mile trail across rocky, boggy high moorland and a volcano summit. Expect technical terrain, big views and a bespoke finisher medal.

Join Barney to Beach on 13 Sept 2026 for a scenic 8 mile run from Barnstaple to Crow Point along the Tarka Trail, with a 1 mile kids fun run. Finish festival with live music, medals and family fun supporting Families in Grief.

The Relentless in Bridgend is a tough ultra on a 10 mile loop with limited fields and 50 or 100 mile options. Expect rugged terrain, a well stocked hub and a rewarding, hardcore challenge.

Salmon Run on 19 September 2026 is a scenic community run from Exmouth to Dulverton offering a 43 mile ultra or relay sections for teams. Celebrate river conservation with music, local activities and a medal for all finishers.

Choose from 23, 34 or 50 mile routes around the stunning Gower peninsula, with beaches, cliffs and sweeping sea views. Self navigate the Wales Coast Path with GPS tracking and crewed aid stations for an epic coastal trail.

Run through scenic Margam Country Park with castle views in this chip timed trail event offering 5K and 10K options. Fully marked courses, water stations, finisher medal and award ceremony make it perfect for racers and fun runners alike.

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.

Two supported trail races around Dartmoor in October: the 100 mile Full Circle circumnavigates the moor, while the 51 mile Granite 50 tackles the eastern section. Expect rugged moorland, night running and hearty checkpoints.

Take on wild Dartmoor with two supported trail races in October 2026: the Full Circle 100 around the moor and the Granite 50 across eastern trails. Scenic moorland, riverside paths and manned checkpoints promise a memorable and rugged adven..

Take on the Salt Settlers Six Hour Race in Budleigh Salterton, completing as many scenic 4.4 km loops as you can around the Lower Otter valley. Open to runners and walkers with solo or pairs entries and on site aid, cafe and showers.

Take on East Devon's coast and commons in a self navigation trail challenge from Budleigh Salterton. Half, marathon or ultra options for solo runners or pairs with GPS tracking and on site facilities.

Sibelco Templer Ten on 4 Oct 2026 at Stover School is a scenic 10 mile multi terrain run about 90 percent off road through Stover Country Park. Entries are capped at 325 and often sell out, with medals for all finishers.

Run a scenic and rugged half marathon through the Quantock Hills, featuring rolling climbs, forest trails and open moorland. Enjoy on course support, a finishers medal and a festival vibe with camping, pizza and nearby pubs.