Trail Running calendar near Hafren Forest 2025-2026

The Leeds & Liverpool Canal 130 Mile Race (LLCR) is a challenging ultra-distance running event 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 race covers 130 miles of towpath, passing sc..

The Black Cattle Ultra Gwartheg Duon is a challenging trail ultra event held in South Wales, starting at either Llanthony Priory or Abergavenny and finishing in Cardiff. Participants can choose between two distances: 44 miles (71 km) or 33 miles (53 km). The course follows the scenic Cambrian Way, t..

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, offering challenging endurance races including the Ring O’ Fire 130 and the Firelighter 50. Participants embark on ultimate coastal endurance challenges, running through beautiful and rugged coastal terrain. The event fea..

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 Montane Dragon's Back Race® is a legendary and grueling 6-day ultra running event covering 380 km with 16,400 meters of ascent along the spine of Wales. Starting at Conwy Castle and finishing at Cardiff Castle, it is widely regarded as the world's toughest mountain race. The multi-stage course c..

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 RIDUM 2025 is a challenging 30-mile ultra marathon set along the Rhymney Valley Ridgeway Walk in South East Wales. Participants will traverse varied terrain, including lanes, trails, and woodland, with a total elevation of 4,252 feet. The route features notable points such as Mynydd Machen, the..

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

The RunThrough Snowdonia Sea2Sky Trail Races, held in September 2025 at Barmouth, UK, offer two challenging distances: 25k and 53k. Set in the stunning landscape of Snowdonia, participants can enjoy breathtaking trail views while tackling a well-marshalled course. The event features chip-timed resul..

The 2 Hillforts Hill Race is an exciting running event set to take place in 2024, starting and finishing at Plas Dolben Farm in Llangynhafal. Participants will tackle a challenging course that spans just under 9 miles, featuring a significant ascent of 2500 feet as it navigates the scenic Hillforts..

The Sandstone Trail Races feature a unique trail running experience in Cheshire and North Wales, offering two concurrent point-to-point races. The event starts at Bickerton Hill National Trust Car Park and concludes at Kelsall Hill Equestrian Centre, providing excellent facilities for participants a..

The Stretton Skyline Fell Race, organized by Telford Athletic Club, is a challenging 30.5 km (19-mile) fell running event held in Church Stretton, UK. Featuring a total ascent of 1357 meters, the race route includes summits such as Pole Bank, The Ragleth, Caer Caradoc, The Lawley, and The Long Mynd...

The Snowdonia Mountain Skills Weekend 2025 is a trail running event held in the Nantlle Valley within Snowdonia National Park, UK. Hosted by Running Adventures, the weekend focuses on advanced trail runners aiming to enhance their mountain running skills and safety knowledge. Participants experience..

The Dare Valley Hateful 8 (Bwlfa Rise) is a challenging 8-hour loop running event held at Dare Valley Country Park in Aberdare, South Wales. Participants tackle a gritty 4.8-mile course featuring technical climbs, mountain views, and fast descents through beautiful forest trails. Runners aim to comp..