Trail Running calendar near Newport 2026-2027

Three fully marked trail races through Afan Forest and the Rhigos range finishing at Dare Valley Country Park. Routes include steep climbs, river crossings and long descents with timed tracking, checkpoints and finishers medals.

Part of a 12 Days of Christmas series on 13 December 2026 at Pengethley Manor, this off-road event offers 5k, 10k, half, marathon and ultra options on a 2.5 km lap with a seven hour limit. Virtual entries and medals are available.

Festive trail runs at Wyre Forest on 13 December 2026 feature a family 1 Mile plus 5km and 10km trail races in ancient oak woodland, with canicross options for the 5km and 10km and seasonal finisher medals and treats.

A pre Christmas anniversary timed run in Stroud on 13 December 2026 with flexible lap-based entry on a 3.28 mile canal route; distances range from 5 km to ultra and all finishers receive a bespoke medal and a memento.

A festive off road event at Pengethley Manor offering 5k, 10k, half, marathon and ultra options with a seven hour time limit. Runners and walkers can also enter virtually and receive the same medal after verification.

Trail half marathon near Bridgend on 19 December 2026 with an 8 mile section plus about 5 extra miles of mixed terrain. Entry is limited to 70 runners and minimum age is 17.

A festive family-friendly fun run at Dare Valley Country Park with 2.5 km and 5.0 km routes. Finishers receive a themed medal and goody bag; the event includes an aid table, toilets, a café and free parking.

A December fell race on Skirrid of about 5.7 km with 450 m of ascent, based at the Skirrid Inn near Llanvihangel Crucorny. Entry costs £10, competitors must be over 16, and the event includes a kit dump and spot prizes.

A level 19 km trail race along a converted Somerset and Dorset railway through the Stour valley, with route markers, two aid stations, a canicross option, parking and post-race refreshments.

A 10 km trail run and canicross at Renegade Brewery on the Yattendon Estate. The course is mostly off road with one water refill station and finishers receive a medal, a pint cup with a free drink and a mince pie.

A Boxing Day fell event at Stiperstones Inn near Minsterley, covering 4.8 km with 244 m climb. Partially marked course with limited experience required; online entries for recorded times and proceeds go to Severn Hospice.

A mixed terrain trail event on Sunday 27 December 2026 tracing the Mortimer Trail between Ludlow and Kington. It offers an about 30 mile Ultra and a Croft Half covering the second half of the route.

A free, untimed community run along the canal tow path from Bridgwater to Taunton offering 14 mile and 7.5 mile options; registration is required for insurance and cafes are located along the route.

A trail 10 km race in Sidmouth on 31 December 2026 following coastal paths and a loop around Mutters Moor, finishing at Connaught Gardens. Age limit 18 plus, trail shoes mandatory, two hour cutoff and medals for all finishers.

An 8-hour timed road event in Exmouth on 1 January 2027 using measured 5.3k out-and-back laps on a former train line. Participants may start within the event window and must finish by the published cut-off time.

A trail event at Wenchford Picnic Site with seven hills over seven miles or the double 14-mile Immortal Sinner; forest trails may be muddy or icy and canicross waves are available.

A trail event near Budleigh Salterton on 9 January 2027 visiting the birthplace of Sir Walter Raleigh with coastal and riverside paths. Two distances are offered with marked routes, aid station and onsite facilities at the cricket club.

A winter trail run near Farley Mount offering two off road distances with chip timing, refreshments and a finisher medal. Routes feature tree lined sections, open views and a short climb on the longer course.

An offroad event at Pengethley Manor offering 5k, 10k, half, marathon and ultra options with a seven hour time limit. Race and virtual entries are available in January, with paid entries receiving themed medals.

A seven day offroad challenge at Pengethley Manor where runners or walkers choose daily distances from 5k to Ultra and earn a unique medal each day; a virtual option is available during January.