Trail Running calendar near Hay-on-Wye 2025-2026

Lake Vyrnwy 10k is a trail/multiterrain running event on the Lake Vyrnwy Estate near Llanwddyn, Powys. The 10-kilometre route traverses private land on the estate and is not advertised to respect landowner wishes, offering lake views with a..

Event overview The Lake Vyrnwy event is a trail, multi-terrain race of approximately 10k set around the Lake Vyrnwy estate. The route stays on private land in Llanwddyn and includes a mix of fast footpaths, grass, stony sections and short s..

Take on multi lap 5K loops at the Snickerthon in scenic Chasewater Country Park with distances from 5K to full marathon. Enjoy a relatively flat course, finisher medal and maybe a Snickers plus refreshment stops.

The PIGUM 2026 is a thrilling 30-mile ultra marathon set in Abergavenny, known as the Gateway to Wales. This challenging trail run features 5,000 feet of elevation, taking participants over mountain peaks and scenic trails, including the ic..

Run from Wolverhampton to Brindley Place along scenic canal towpaths, a mostly flat point to point course that includes the 360 metre Coseley Tunnel. Chip timed with wave starts and a finish area T shirt and medal.

The Turd is a fun running event held in the scenic valley of Ironbridge, Shropshire, hosted by How Hard Can It Be Events. Participants can choose from three distances: 8 miles, 16 miles, or a full marathon. The marathon involves completing..

Cannock Chase Forest HM & 10k is a summer running event set in Cannock Chase Forest, Staffordshire, offering a Half Marathon (Half Forest) and a 10k on forest trails that are described as hilly. The course provides a challenging yet accessi..

Run the Severn from source to sea in a five day, approximately 220 mile multiday ultra along the Severn Way. Split into five stages with finisher medals that form a jigsaw, this challenging route rewards navigation skills and grit.

Tackle the MTC Hafren Ultra, a scenic 27 mile point to point across Plynlimon to the source of the Severn. Expect rugged climbs, riverside running and welcoming aid stations with vegan and gluten free options; bring a reusable cup and navig..

Tackle a beautiful 48 mile point to point ultra from Mid Wales to Shrewsbury on 9 July 2026, following canal paths, nature reserves and the Breidden Hills. Enjoy checkpoint support, a bespoke finisher medal and a complimentary head visor on..

Run a scenic 59 mile point to point ultra from Shrewsbury to Worcester along the River Severn, passing iconic towns and riverside views. Expect a true test of endurance with checkpoints, a finisher medal and a MTC head visor.

Take on the scenic 57 mile MTC Severn Way Ultra along the River Severn from Worcester to Stonehouse on 11 July 2026. Enjoy a mostly flat route, four checkpoints and a bespoke medal and MTC head visor for finishers.

Explore the Black Mountains from Longtown Herefordshire on 11 July 2026 with distances from 13 miles to a 50 mile ultra across scenic trails. Self navigation with GPX, checkpoints, food and medical cover provide strong support.

Try the Hallow 12 Parish Challenge in rural Worcester with circular off road routes from 10 to 40 miles for runners and walkers. Waymarked trails, checkpoints with snacks and a hot finish meal make it a welcoming adventure.

Enjoy stunning Shropshire Hills and Long Mynd views at the Piece of Cake Trail Run in Carding Mill Valley, with 10K, half and full marathon options. Well marked trails, medals and a fun cake competition make this a sweet day out.

Experience sand dunes, river crossings and coastal cliffs at Rabbit Run Wales on the Merthyr Mawr Estate, with the famous Big Dipper dune as a highlight. Choose a 12K or 40K trail or enjoy family Bunny races for runners of all ages.

Push your limits in a 12 hour loop challenge at Bridgend Miniature Railway, running as many 10 mile loops as you can across mixed hilly and technical forestry trails. Enjoy on site support, snacks, a finisher medal and the lively Mad Runnin..

Explore the wild Gower Peninsula based at Penrice Castle with figure of eight routes from 10 km to 100 km for walkers and runners. Supportive aid stations, camping, and a finisher T shirt and medal make this a memorable coastal challenge.

Event overview The Dragon Coastal Races are three ultra-trail events that follow the Wales Coast Path and finish at the Norwegian Church in Cardiff Bay. The event offers the following distances: 100 miles from Rhossili Bay to Cardiff Bay 5..

Take on the iconic Welsh 3000 Challenge in Snowdonia from Capel Curig, covering all 14 peaks across roughly 50 km with about 4000 m of ascent. Guided single day 20 hour or two day options are led by mountain professionals, with some exposed..