Trail Running calendar near Hafren Forest 2025-2026

Moel Famau 24 is a unique 12- or 24-hour endurance event held on the iconic Clwydian Hill of Moel Famau, featuring a challenging 7.2 km loop with 500 meters of ascent per lap. Participants, including solo runners and teams, aim to complete as many laps as possible within their chosen time frame. The..

The Beast of Llangattock is a challenging trail running event held at Park Farm, Llangattock, Wales, offering four distances: 10km, 10 miles, 20 miles, and a 32-mile ultra. The course features stunning panoramic views of the Black Mountains, Sugar Loaf, and the Brecon Beacons, with varied terrain in..

The Wild Wolf of Radnor is a 10-mile trail race set in the stunning Radnor Forest in Mid Wales, an area steeped in local legend as the site where the last wolf of Wales was shot. The course features diverse terrains including forestry roads, open moorland, and muddy, tree-lined single tracks. Runner..

The Beast of Bryn is a challenging trail running event held in Bryn, Port Talbot, South Wales, organized by the Bryn Residents Action Group (BRAG). Set in the scenic Afan Forest Park, the race offers two distances: a 6.5-mile (10.5 km) route with 288 meters of climb and a longer 10.5-mile (17 km) co..

The Crickhowell 10km is a scenic running event held near Crickhowell, Wales, within the Brecon Beacons National Park. The race features a flat, out-and-back course along the Brecon & Monmouthshire canal, starting and finishing at Llangattock, with a turnaround point at Gilwern. Designed for runners..

The Leeds & Liverpool Canal 130 Mile Race (LLCR) is a challenging non-stop ultramarathon held along Britain’s longest man-made waterway, the Leeds & Liverpool Canal. Starting at Old Hall Street in Liverpool and finishing at Office Lock in Leeds, the 130-mile towpath course offers scenic views throug..

The Black Cattle Ultra Gwartheg Duon is a challenging trail running event held in South Wales, starting at Cardiff Harlequins RFC. Participants can choose between two ultra distances: 44 miles from Llanthony Priory or 33 miles from Abergavenny. Both routes follow the scenic Cambrian Way to Cardiff,..

The Pershore Plum 10k is a chip-timed, multi-terrain flat 10-kilometer race held in Pershore, Worcestershire. Starting at Pershore Leisure Centre, the course runs through the town’s High Street, crosses the river, and winds through the surrounding countryside near Wick before finishing in Abbey Park..

Ring O' Fire is a coastal ultra marathon event held on the island of Ynys Môn, featuring challenging endurance races such as the Ring O’ Fire 130 and the Firelighter 50. These races offer participants the ultimate coastal endurance challenge, traversing scenic and rugged coastal terrain. The event e..

Saturn Running's "Will Run For Ice Cream" event takes place in the scenic Dare Valley Country Park, Aberdare, Wales. This inclusive 7-hour time challenge allows participants to run or walk as many laps as they wish on a well-maintained 4.37-mile (7km) loop, with shorter options for younger runners...

The Ross on Wye 10K Riverbank Run is a popular running event held in Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire, featuring chip-timed 10K and 5K races along with a family fun run. The course is flat and multi-terrain, running alongside the scenic River Wye, incorporating river paths with grass and mud sections. The..

The Dragon’s Back Race is a legendary multi-stage ultra running event tracing Wales’ spine, from Conwy Castle to Cardiff Castle. Over six days participants cover about 380 km with around 16,400 m of ascent, tackling rugged mountains and remote valleys. The format is staged, emphasizing endurance, gr..

The Dee Way 120 is a challenging ultra-distance trail race following nearly the entire 120-mile course of the River Dee from Llanwchllyn to Prestatyn in North Wales. The route traverses diverse and scenic landscapes, including valleys, historic villages, and coastal paths, offering breathtaking view..

The Joust 12hr & 24hr is an off-road endurance race held at Top Barn Campsite, Worcestershire (WR6 6NH). The event features a 24-hour race (J24) and a 12-hour 50-mile challenge (J12), with the J24 open to solo runners, pairs, and teams, while the J12 is for solo competitors only. The course is a rou..

The Yr Wyddfa Ultra 100 is a challenging 102-mile ultramarathon held in Snowdonia National Park, Wales, featuring 5,788 meters of ascent across stunning mountainous terrain. The race starts and finishes in Betws-y-Coed and includes 10 well-supported checkpoints offering refreshments and medical aid...

The Yr Wyddfa Ultra 50 is a challenging 45-mile ultramarathon held in Snowdonia National Park, Wales, starting and finishing in the picturesque village of Betws-y-Coed. Featuring 3,254 meters of ascent, the mountain trail course includes iconic landmarks such as Heather Terrace on Tryfan, the summit..

The Battle of the Borders is a trail running event held in the Shropshire Hills, offering participants a choice between a half marathon (13.1 miles) and a full marathon (26.2 miles). The race takes place in the scenic National Trust area of Carding Mill Valley near Church Stretton. The course is a s..

The Across Wales Walk is a classic challenge walking event held annually, now in its 62nd year. Participants walk or run a demanding 45-mile linear route across Wales, starting at Anchor Bridge on the English border near Clun and finishing at Clarach Bay near Aberystwyth on the Welsh coast. The cour..

RunThrough Snowdonia Sea2Sky 53k & 25k Trail Races, a brand-new RunThrough event set in Snowdonia, takes place on Saturday, 6 September 2025 in Barmouth. Runners can choose between 25k and 53k trail distances, designed to challenge participants on scenic routes with amazing views. The course is mars..

The RIDUM 2025 is a 30-mile ultra around the Rhymney Valley Ridgeway Walk in South East Wales, near Caerphilly. The route climbs 4,252 feet through lanes, trails and woodland, with ridge-top views and Mynydd Machen (362m) as the high point. Expect a friendly Pegasus atmosphere, with three checkpoint..