Trail Running calendar near Merthyr Tydfil 2026-2027

Run your own distance on a 7-hour timed course through Parc Taf Bargoed in South Wales. Choose from 5k to ultra on a flexible, scenic loop starting from Trelewis. Walkers and runners are welcome with staggered starts and full event support.

A 40-mile point-to-point run along the Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal from Malpas to Brecon Basin on 25 April 2026, with three supported checkpoints, a 15-hour limit, and required safety kit for towpath conditions.

A multi terrain seven mile race at Kilmington Cricket Ground on 25 April 2026, with a 4 km option and a 1 km fun run for children. The undulating route passes roads, woodland and fields and offers on-site refreshments and a water station.

Experience a scenic 13 mile offroad race across the ridge of the Malvern Hills. This hilly trail event features a friendly atmosphere with no cut off times and well stocked aid stations for all runners.

A community 10 km race in the Frome Valley starting and finishing at Elm Park Primary School in Winterbourne, with a varied terrain course on road and trails. Proceeds support Elm Park Primary School.

A muddy trail run at Eastnor Castle on 26 April 2026 with 3km, 6km and 10km options, natural obstacles and marked, marshalled routes. Camping, basic facilities and event medals available; group discounts apply.

A timed backyard ultramarathon at Eastnor Deer Park on a figure of 8 4.167 mile loop, with solo and team relay options, chip timing, camping and on-site catering.

A 7 hour time challenge at Dare Valley Country Park offering distances from 3 km up to ultra and 50 km. Finishers receive a themed medal and distance pins, with aid stations and vegan options on course.

A circular walk from Pewsey Scout Hut across the Vale of Pewsey to the Marlborough Downs with routes from 10 mile to 35 mile, checkpoint refreshments, site visits and an e certificate for finishers.

Experience a trail running festival through the Jurassic Coast and East Devon countryside. Choose from multiple ultra and trail distances featuring significant elevation and scenery across a World Heritage Site.

Experience a challenging trail event along the Worcestershire Way with four distance options up to 47 miles. Navigate steep climbs with support from checkpoints and pace leaders to earn a bespoke finishers medal.

Three long distance mountain trail races around the Bannau Brycheiniog starting and finishing in Brecon, offering 100 km, 75 km and marathon distances with substantial ascent and on-course support.

Experience 30 miles of Welsh beauty on a circular route from Llanidloes. This inclusive trail event features 4,356 feet of elevation gain with no time limits and fully stocked checkpoints.

A trail event from Carding Mill Valley offering a Half Marathon or Marathon over a 13.1 mile lap of the Long Mynd, with entries limited to 200 for the main race and a virtual option during the week of May 4th.

Experience the dramatic coastline and steep moorland of Exmoor National Park across five trail distances. Run past towering cliffs and through the Valley of Rocks on technical terrain starting from Lynton.

Tempo Trail Races in Ilmington on 3 May 2026 features 100K, new 50K, marathon, half marathon and 10K trail distances with feed stations, baggage support and a tracker for the ultras.

The Sirhowy Challenge is a 10 mile multi-terrain race featuring a 1,500ft climb to Machen Trig Point. Participants enjoy a scenic loop through the Sirhowy valley with awards and a finishers social at the local club.

Run your own distance along the scenic Stroud Waterways canal in this flexible timed event. Start when you like within a one-hour window and see how far you can go in seven hours. Every participant gets a finisher's medal.

Experience the beauty of the North Wessex Downs with trail races of 20 or 33 miles. Run through historic sites like Avebury and the rolling Wiltshire countryside on courses designed for trail enthusiasts.

A 12 mile off road run across the Clovelly Estate on 3 May 2026, organised by RNLI Events. The course features steep hills and views, tickets are shown from £33.22 to £38.62 and the event is for 18 plus.