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

How Hard Can It Be Events presents The November Nightmare, a multi-day endurance challenge in Telford, Shropshire. The eight-day event runs Sunday to Sunday (2–9 November) with daily options of 8 miles, a half marathon (about 16 miles) or a full marathon, and participants can enter individual days o..

Twmbarlwm Terror is a 7-mile multi-terrain race organised by Fairwater Runners Cwmbran in Risca, near Newport, South Wales. The route combines footpaths, open fields, country lanes and woodland from Risca Leisure Centre to the Twmbarlwm peak and back, with around 1,000 feet of total ascent. Now in i..

The Sphinx AC Coombe 8 is a challenging multi-terrain running event held at the historic Coombe Abbey on the outskirts of Coventry. The main race covers 8 miles, featuring a mix of wooded trails and undulating farmland, with an alternative 8km (5-mile) route available. The event offers a friendly at..

Endurancelife Gower offers a series of trail running events set in the stunning Gower Peninsula, the UK's first designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Participants can choose from 10K, half marathon, marathon, and ultra distances, all featuring challenging terrain including grass, moor, beac..

Beacons Ultra, Marathon and Half is a three-distance running weekend in the Brecon Beacons, start and finish in Talybont-on-Usk (Henderson Hall). The event offers a 49-mile ultra, a 26-mile marathon and a 13-mile half marathon, all on mixed trail, mountain, canal and road terrain. The Ultra runs two..

MoRunning Bristol is held at Ashton Court Park in Bristol and includes 1.5k Mini MoRun for kids, plus 5k and 10k MoRuns. The route combines paths and trails with hills from 1km up to 3km; it’s dog-friendly and suitable for off-road buggies, though some sections may be muddy or bumpy and it isn’t whe..

DirtRun In The Dark is an off-road running event held at The Wyre Forest, Callow Hill Visitor Centre. Participants tackle a 10km course consisting of two laps around forest tracks and trails, all run in the dark, making torches compulsory. The race welcomes runners aged 14 and above and allows canic..

Trails & Tarmac 12hr Backyard Ultra, organized by Limitless Trails, takes place near Crickhowell in the Black Mountains. The race uses a 4.2-mile loop and features 12 laps within a 12-hour cap. The first eleven loops are completed within an hour; the twelfth yard becomes a final sprint to determine..

Bath Skyline 5km & 10km, a Relish Running Races off-road event at West Car Park, University of Bath (BA2 7AY), features night and day races across 5km and 10km, plus a daytime 500m kids' run. The hill-top routes traverse woodland trails, meadows and trails with views over Bath; expect muddy sections..

The Margam Trail Races take place at Margam Country Park and Forest, offering runners a scenic and well-marked trail running experience. The event features three distances: a half marathon (21.1 km with 750m elevation), a 10k (10.2 km with 420m elevation), and a 5k (5.1 km with 140m elevation). The..

Dusk Till Dawn The Winter Edition, also known as Dawn Two Dusk: Day Light Robery, is a challenging 12-hour running event held at Bridgend Miniature Railway in South Wales. Participants tackle three different 10-mile mixed terrain routes, including hills, technical downhill forestry trails, and some..

The Callow Fell Race, organized by Mercia Fell Runners, is a challenging event that has transitioned from a summer to a winter series race. Covering a distance of 8.1 km with a total ascent of 762 meters, it is recognized as one of the toughest races in Shropshire. The course features steep climbs a..

The Cardiff Trail Half Marathon is an exciting running event set against the stunning backdrop of Castell Coch. Scheduled for November 16, 2025, this newly introduced race offers a unique blend of competition and scenic beauty, making it an ideal experience for both seasoned athletes and newcomers...

The Guided Trail Run in Dolwyddelan offers participants a scenic 10km route beginning in the charming village. The run features a leisurely start along the river, followed by a climb to Ty Mawr, where runners can enjoy stunning views of the village below. The course winds through beautiful forested..

The Beckbury Trail is a 10K multi-terrain running event organized by Lawley Running Club, celebrating its 10th anniversary. Set in the scenic rural village and parish of Beckbury, Shropshire, the course features a mix of trail and a small section of road, including the challenging Badgers Bite Hill...

The MT10 (Multi-Terrain 10) is a 10-mile (16 km) off-road trail run held at Pembrey Country Park and along Cefn Sidan Beach in Carmarthenshire. The course features a mix of soil and firm sand surfaces, providing a varied terrain that accommodates runners of all abilities. Set in a scenic natural env..

The Broadway Marathon & Half Marathon take place in Broadway, Worcestershire, in the northern Cotswolds. Runners can choose between a full marathon and a half marathon, both licensed by the TRA and run under UK Athletics rules. The route is largely on trails and unpaved tracks, with a few minor road..

NSCCL Round 3 takes place at Parkhall Country Park in North Staffordshire, set in the Parkhall area of the region. Set in Parkhall Country Park, North Staffordshire. The North Staffs Cross Country League features four races per season with team and individual scoring.Seniors (17+) race 8000m for men..

The Smurf Run in Aberdare, Wales, is a unique 7-hour time challenge event hosted by Saturn Running at the scenic Dare Valley Country Park. Participants can choose their distance, starting from a minimum of 3km, with laps of approximately 7km (4.37 miles) on well-maintained footpaths offering beautif..

The Action Heart Tuff Un is an annual multi-terrain running event held at Baggeridge Country Park in Dudley. Covering approximately 6 miles, the course features undulating trails, muddy paths, and a shallow stream crossing, offering a challenging yet rewarding experience for runners of all levels. W..