Trail Running calendar near Neath 2026-2027

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.

A fully supported winter traverse across Dartmoor offering 50 km and 30 km off road routes open to runners and walkers. The route crosses remote moorland with GPX support and on course guides for navigation and first aid.

Races start and finish at Brickfields Park in Bath and run through the Two Tunnels, offering distances from 500m Colourburst to 50km ultra, marked routes, feed stations and a charity contribution to Sustrans.

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.

Pair up for a winter challenge across Dartmoor's Eastern Tors, starting from the Rugglestone Inn in Widecombe. This demanding 11 miles route with 830 meters of climb needs teams, required kit and pre entry for a small, limited field.

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..

Hameldown Hammer returns to Widecombe in the Moor on Dartmoor on 28 Feb 2026 with a scenic but testing trail half marathon, the Hameldown 7EVEN 8 mile, and the inaugural Ultra. Expect rugged grassy and rocky trails, big ridge climbs and swe..

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.

Run a scenic 70k along the Taff Trail from the Brecon Beacons to Nantgarw, passing reservoirs, waterfalls and historic sites. The event includes coach transfer to the start, checkpoints, timing and a finisher medal.

Tackle a rugged 75 km mountain ultramarathon from Brecon to Cardiff, summiting Pen y Fan, Cribyn and Fan y Big over wild ridges and forests. A 26.2 mile Taff Xtreme option covers the second half; both are unmarked and GPS navigated.

Tackle the Imber Ultra, a scenic 33.5 mile multi terrain trail run around the Imber Range on Salisbury Plain, starting in Westbury. Organised as a charity fundraiser, this classic March ultra promises tough trails, great camaraderie and fin..

Celebrate St David's Day with the Dragon Run at Dare Valley Country Park on 1 March 2026, choose from 3 km to ultra distances or tackle a flexible 7 hour time challenge. Enjoy scenic footpaths, aid stations, medals and vegan goody bags.

Push your limits at Haldon Horror on 1 March 2026 in Haldon Forest Park with 3 hour, 6 hour or 12 hour formats on 5 mile laps and canicross options. Medals, live GPS tracking and free photos await, just bring a headtorch.

Run the coast in Exmouth with 5km and 10km routes along seafront, coastal paths, sandy beach and marina. Enjoy mixed terrain, seaside views and support the Sideshore Project with charity entries and donations.

Tackle the Winter Green Man Ultra on Bristol's Community Forest Path with 45 mile or 30 mile options across rolling winter trails run anti clockwise. Self navigated with checkpoints and friendly support for a proper winter trail test.

Run scenic Cambrian Mountain trails at the Nant Yr Arian Silver Trail Races on 14 March 2026 with half marathon, 10 km and junior distances for all ages. Club run event with waymarked routes, food stalls and a friendly festival vibe.

Tough paired trail run across Dartmoor from the East Dart Inn in Postbridge, covering about 21 km with rugged climbs and sweeping moorland views. The third race in the Winter Pairs series, it is limited to 35 pairs and is pre entry only.

A starlit night trail at Arlington Court in North Devon, organised by Ilfracombe Running Club, with 6 km and 12 km loop options. Mandatory headtorch and trail shoes, age limits apply, and a 50 minute first-loop cut off for the 12 km.

Join the Dashing Dog Charity Run in March at Dare Valley Country Park for a scenic 7 hour time challenge from 3 km to ultra. Run on well kept trails with aid stations and free parking while supporting local dog rehoming charities.