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

Event overview The Dyfi Half takes place in Aberdyfi on Sat 04 Apr 2026. The event offers a half marathon and a marathon (run as two laps of the half). The half is an Index Race in the UTMB 20K category. The first 20 places are offered at a..

Inaugural BOWUM is a 30 mile circular trail in Monmouthshire linking Skenfrith, Grosmont and White Castle via the Three Castles Walk and Offas Dyke Path. Enjoy rolling hills, well stocked checkpoints and no time limit.

Chasewater Easter Egg Challenge is an annual multi-distance running event around Chasewater Country Park in Burntwood, Staffordshire. Runners can choose from 20k, 15k, 10k, 5k and a Junior Run, with routes described as multi-terrain and und..

Take on 5k, 10k, half marathon, marathon or ultra across the wide sands of Pendine with starts by Barnacles Cafe on 5 April 2026. Flat, well marked out and back loops, finisher medals and a friendly seaside vibe make this a memorable coasta..

Vale Coastal Races is the Vale of Glamorgan Ultra and Coastal Races, three trail distances along the Vale of Glamorgan coast in south Wales. The Ultra covers 32.5 miles along the Wales Coast Path from Penarth Pier to Ogmore-by-Sea; the Vale..

Event overview Aspire X Events will stage the RTT Gower Trail event on 11/04/2026 at Oxwich Bay, Swansea, Wales (SA3 1LS). It is the first event of the 2026 Run The Trails Series. The event includes chip timing, a finisher's medal, water st..

Steaming to the Coast is a unique trail running event held along the scenic West Somerset Railway in Minehead, Somerset. Utilizing the UK's longest standard gauge steam railway, participants ride a steam train from Minehead to Bishops Lydea..

The Llangollen Fell Race, hosted by Run Free Fell Runners in North Wales, is a popular annual event featuring two scenic routes: a challenging 17-mile course with 3000ft of elevation and a shorter 10-mile route ascending 1969ft. Both start..

Take on technical mountain trails around Ogwen Valley and the Carneddau and Glyderau ranges with 40 km, 25 km and 15 km options. Event village atmosphere, support on course and a themed finish memento make this a memorable mountain race.

Tackle The Big Cheese, a 15 mile off road fell race across the Mendip Hills with over 2,000 feet of climbing. Enjoy a fully marked course, finishers medal and tea and cake to celebrate at the finish.

Wild Horse 200 South Wales is the home of 200-mile racing in Wales and a life-changing ultra marathon traversing the wilds of South Wales. The route threads iconic Welsh trails, starting in Chepstow and finishing at Worm’s Head, and links O..

Take on MTC Gelert, a scenic one day 47 mile ultra from Barmouth to Llanidloes along National Cycle Route 8. With just 40 places, strict cutoffs and a bespoke finisher medal, this tough Welsh challenge is not to be missed.

Experience a guided 18 mile trail run across the scenic Malvern Hills, with dramatic ridge views and about 1300 m of ascent. Enjoy a friendly group run led by an expert guide rather than a race.

Cymoedd Sir Fynwy offers 20, 30 and 50 mile walking and running routes through the Black Mountains and Blaenavon's Forgotten Landscape World Heritage area. Expect big climbs, sweeping ridges and a canal side finish.

Tackle rugged Shropshire hills at the Shropshire Way 80K Festival in Craven Arms on April 18, 2026. Choose from ultra, marathon, half and 10 mile options while supporting Grow Cook Learn and enjoying local food, history and stunning views.

Test your legs on the Beast of the Beacons in Brecon Beacons National Park with 10, 20 or 40 mile trail routes across reservoirs, ridgelines and wild moorland. Expect tough climbs, spectacular views and full race support to cheer you on.

Take on a 39.7 mile ultra along NCN 8 from Glasbury to Merthyr Tydfil in Mount to Coast Afanc. Only 40 places, mandatory kit and live tracking make this a rugged test of endurance that rewards every finisher with an Afanc medal.

Cannock Chase Running Festival April 2026 : event details The Cannock Chase Running Festival takes place on Sunday 19th April 2026 at Birches Valley, Rugeley WS15 2UQ (Concert Field, Cannock Chase Forest). The event is organised by RunThrou..

Martley Madness is a scenic 10 mile trail run in Worcestershire through woodland, Rodge Hill climbs and a stretch of the Worcestershire Way. Chip timing, bespoke medals and post race cake await while proceeds support Cardiac Risk in the You..

Experience the first edition MTC Y Draig Goch, a scenic 34.8 mile ultra from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry Island on 19 April 2026. Entries are limited and finishers earn a medal, so sign up for a memorable Welsh coastal challenge.