Trail Running calendar near Llanberis 2026-2027

Run scenic trails across the Shropshire Hills and Long Mynd at The Icing on the Cake on 31 Jan 2026 with marathon, half and 10k options. Finish by the National Trust tea rooms and join the cake competition for a sweet post race treat.

Ras Tarrenhendre Fell Race in Abergynolwyn, Wales on 31 January 2026 is a rugged 6 mile test with about 2000 ft of ascent across ridges, forestry and old slate quarries. Expect steep climbs, exposed summit running and a moorland descent.

Timed lap based event on a flat 5.3 km riverside out and back near Hardy Farm in Manchester, with flexible distances from 5 km to ultra and a seven hour time limit. Medal free entry option and a charity donation per finisher.

A Shropshire fell race of about 18 km and 1300 m ascent across trail and open fell, run under FRA rules with full kit required. Entries open 4 January and close 6 February 2026.

Run Phoenix Running Manchester's Friday Frenzy on 13 February 2026 at Hardy Farm, a timed event on a flat 5.3 km out and back towpath where runners can complete as many laps as they like within a 7 hour limit. Finishers get a commemorative..

A countryside challenge across Rivington, Anglezarke and Turton Moors with a long 24 mile route and a shorter walkers option. The event uses staffed checkpoints, a 10 hour time limit, and mandatory kit checks.

Take on the Winter Railway Ultra on 21 Feb 2026 with distances from 9 to 37 miles along a scenic disused railway by the River Severn between Ironbridge and Bridgnorth. Aid stations and nearby pubs add winter charm to the challenge.

Take on Mr Sparkle's Dark Un, an 8.1 km night fell race across moorland with stiff climbs, mud and a final descent on 27 Feb 2026. A headtorch and full body cover are required and places are limited, pre entry only.

A 50-mile trail ultramarathon near Chester on 28 February 2026, following the North Cheshire Way and Sandstone Trail with 849 m of ascent, seven checkpoints and a 17 hour cut-off. The 2026 edition was sold out.

Castle 2 Castle Ultra is a 32 mile ultramarathon from Powis Estate in Welshpool to Caffi Wylfa in Chirk, blending fast flats with rolling footpaths for a scenic but testing challenge. This sold out event awards finishers a commemorative pla..

A 25 mile LDWA event from Minsterley Village Hall across South Shropshire countryside, with about 4,675 ft ascent, four legs and three serviced checkpoints. The route is undisclosed until the day and map and compass navigation is required.

Join Phoenix Running Manchester's Dragonfly Run at Hardy Farm for a timed, multi distance challenge on a flat riverside towpath. Enjoy a bespoke finisher medal option, cakes at aid stations and a £1 donation per runner to Glossop Cat Rescue..

The Carraghan will take place in Braddan on Saturday 28 February 2026.

Cloud Nine is a nine mile, off-road fell race from Congleton to Bosley Cloud and back with about 1250 ft of climb. The 2026 route runs anticlockwise, entries are limited and FRA minimum kit is required.

Join a scenic half marathon from Cwt Tatws to Aberdaron along coastal and quiet inland trails for stunning views and a friendly vibe. Finishers get a Celtic medal and event tee while supporting The DPJ Foundation and Neuroendocrine Cancer U..

Take on the Loggerheads Trail 5 km or 10 km at Loggerheads Country Park on 7 March 2026, including a 5 km canicross option and member entries. Enjoy varied riverside and technical trails, a few challenging steps, and friendly on site suppor..

A short mountain race in Dolgarrog covering 6.8 km with 417 m of ascent. The 2026 event served as the WFRA Short Welsh Championship and used online entry and electronic timing.

Take on the Granny's Bay Challenge, a six hour timed run on flat tarmac along the Ribble estuary in Lytham St Annes, with scenic views across to Southport and North Wales. Complete as many laps as you like and earn a medal after one lap.

A community trail race day at Abbey Village featuring a scenic 9 km Roddlesworth Roller and a 2.2 km junior Daffodil Doddle. Courses are fully marshalled with first aid and proceeds support the Abbey Village Primary School PTA.

A community-focused 10 km event in Abersoch on 8 March 2026 that welcomes running, jogging and walking with no cut-off times. Cancer information packs and on-site support are provided; entry fee is £20.