Trail Running calendar near Llanidloes 2026-2027

Take on The Holly Challenge on 24 January 2026 in Lightmoor Nature Reserve with distances from 5K to marathon and just 50 places available. Enjoy a scenic lane route, full support and a finisher medal.

A winter mountain race around Yr Wyddfa on 24 January 2026 offering a 43.5 km main course with 2327 m ascent plus half, relay and pair options. Pre-entry is via SiEntries and specific experience and kit are required.

Spice Up Your Run Wales on 24 January 2026 at Dare Valley Country Park is a fun themed 7 hour time challenge where runners choose distances from 3km up to ultra, with optional fancy dress. Enjoy scenic trails, on course aid, and a Spice Gir..

Tackle muddy trails and steep climbs at the May Hill Massacre, a scenic cross country run around May Hill in Gloucestershire. Choose a 7 to 8 mile route or the longer 14 to 15 mile Mayhem loop, with a canicross option and limited entries.

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.

Join the DirtRun Dudmaston 10k on 1 Feb 2026 for a scenic off road 10 km through Comer Woods at Dudmaston Estate. Enjoy a finisher medal and goodie, with category prizes including real ale for top performers.

The fourth race of the West Glamorgan XC League takes place on 1 February 2026 at scenic Kenfig Nature Reserve. Tackle 4.2 miles of classic cross country terrain with Cornelly Striders hosting; entries are limited so sign up from 19 January..

Sun 1 Feb 2026 in Stafford, the Cannock Chase Trig Points is a 27 km fell race that requires navigation on an unmarked route. Pre entry only, SI timing used, FRA kit required and free refreshments at the cricket club.

A short fell race from Cleeton St Mary covering 4.1 km and 229 m ascent, run on an unmarked course where map-and-compass navigation and Full Kit are required; pre-entry and on-the-day entry options are available.

Explore the trails of Cannock Chase on 8 February 2026 with 20, 15, 10 and 5 mile options on an undulating, scenic course with some hills. Enjoy a bespoke medal, free photos, prizes and on site parking.

Muddy Woody 2026: The Wye Valley Brewery Muddy Woody returns on 8 February at a new Aconbury Court Farm course. About 6 miles of forest and single track with runnable hills, chip timing and a free bespoke Muddy T shirt for finishers. Junio..

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 Brimscombe's canal towpath at the Back to the 80s timed event, choosing any mix of 2.62 mile laps to make 5k to ultra distances. Enjoy a relaxed one hour start window, seven hour limit and a bespoke finisher medal to mark your effort.

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.

An off road two lap 9.5 km race at Kinver Edge and the Rock Houses with a 100 runner limit. Age 14 and over, male and female categories, prizes for the top three and a medal for every finisher.

Take on the Sorbrook Slog on 22 February 2026, a lively 7 mile multi terrain race through footpaths, fields and gullies around Sorbrook and Sluvad in Cwmbran. Enjoy marshals on course, post race tea and cake and a finishers goodie bag.

Run the Knype Pools 5 on 22 February 2026 with Biddulph Running Club, a scenic 5 mile trail loop around Knypersley Reservoir. Support the mayor's chosen charity and enjoy a friendly pre race fun run and community atmosphere.

Join a weekend fell and trail running retreat in the Black Mountains, Wales from 27 Feb to 1 Mar 2026 at Dinas Castle Inn. Guided runs on the Dragons Back ridge, skills coaching and bunkhouse accommodation make for an inspiring weekend for..

Celebrate the tenth anniversary of the Chester Ultra 50 Mile, a 50 mile trail ultramarathon around North Cheshire linking the Sandstone Trail and Helsby Hill. Expect rugged singletrack, seven checkpoints and a tough but rewarding 17 hour cu..