Trail Running calendar near Llangollen 2025-2026

Overview The Dragon’s Back Race is a multi-stage ultra running event across Wales. The full route runs from Conwy Castle to Cardiff Castle and is held each September. Key metrics for the full course include: 380 km 6 days 16,400 m ascent..

Join a guided, non competitive mountain run across the 15 Welsh 3000s in Snowdonia, a rugged 30 mile traverse with 4,000 m of ascent including Crib Goch. Expert guides, transport and support are included for experienced runners.

The Ultra X England will take place in Edale from Saturday 12 September 2026 to Sunday 13 September 2026.

Tackle the wild moorland of Bronte Country and the Aire Valley with the Yorkshireman Off Road Marathon or Half, featuring challenging climbs and waymarked trails. Volunteer run with chip timing and a friendly, charitable atmosphere.

The Peak District Challenge will take place in Hathersage from Friday 18 September 2026 to Saturday 19 September 2026.

Run along the scenic, traffic free Tissington Trail from Parsley Hay to Ashbourne across two days of half marathons, with a gentle downhill and mixed terrain. Enter one or both days for a bespoke medal, photos and race day support.

Join Lone Wolf Birmingham at Wyre Forest for an hourly 6.8 km loop where you must finish each lap to keep going and battle for a final sprint on lap 24. Pick 10k, half marathon, marathon or ultra and enjoy trails and the on site cafe.

Brutal Extreme Triathlons presents multiple intense triathlon races over four days in stunning Llanberis. Test your endurance amid dramatic Welsh mountain scenery in mid September 2026 with fellow athletes who crave a true challenge.

Test your grit in the Black Mountains at Trails & Tarmac Backyard Ultra in Crickhowell on 19 Sep 2026, running hourly 4.2 mile loops over trail and tarmac. Last runner to complete a loop wins, with medics, toilets and showers on site.

The Three Towers Ultra crosses the West Pennine moors to reach Jubilee, Rivington and Peel towers on an unmarked yet scenic and demanding route. Choose 39 or 55 mile options, test your route finding and join a guided recce at Ranken Arms.

The Abersoch Half Marathon will take place in Abersoch on Saturday 19 September 2026. You can run 13 miles.

The High Peak 40 is a 40 mile ultramarathon around Buxton combining trails and road into a scenic autumn challenge. In its 40th year, runners must finish within 14 hours.

The Bronte Half Marathon is a 13.1-mile trail race held in the scenic Bronte Country between Haworth and Hebden Bridge, Yorkshire. Known for its hilly course, the event supports Sue Ryder and offers a unique challenge alongside the Bronte B..

Tackle 19 miles with about 3000 ft of ascent through Saddleworth, visiting five trig points on scenic trails and stretches of the Pennine Way. Self navigation, three manned checkpoints and hot soup at the finish make for a classic autumn tr..

Take on the scenic Cheshire Ring 100 Mile ultramarathon on 26 and 27 September 2026, part of the GB Ultras series. Expect tough but rewarding canal and countryside terrain with a well organised, permit backed race.

Event overview The Cannock Chase Running Festival is scheduled for Sunday, 11 October 2026 at Concert Field, Birches Valley, Cannock Chase Forest, Rugeley, WS15 2UQ. The event offers multiple distances on forest terrain and includes a separ..

The Sheffield Tententen is a popular multi-terrain trail running event held annually in Endcliffe Park, Sheffield. Featuring a 10k race and a 2.5k fun run for children aged 4 to 14, it attracts over 1,000 participants each year. The course..

Twin Peaks & Ras Consti in Aberystwyth is a scenic coastal race mixing paths, roads and rocky climbs. Seniors run 11.7 km with climbs of Pen Dinas and Constitution Hill while juniors race shorter routes finishing on the promenade.

Choose 70 km or 100 km on a stunning out and back through Goyt Valley, Buxton and the White Peak, with 24 hour cutoff and Ranger Safety support. Limited to 100 entrants, this well supported ultra blends rugged scenery with on course aid.

Enjoy scenic, undulating trails around Carsington Water with 10k or half marathon options on a fully marked course. Entries include a themed medal, official chip timing and free photos, with group booking available.