Trail Running calendar near Newtown 2026-2027

A trail event in Afan Forest Park offering two measured routes of about 6.5 miles and 10.5 miles with substantial climb and prize categories. A separate one mile Mini Beast for children includes a finisher medal and sweets.

This ultra event offers two classic distances on the Cambrian Way, starting from historic Llanthony Priory or Abergavenny and finishing in Cardiff. The route passes Castle Coch and traverses mountain landscapes and wooded valleys. It's orga..

A 130-mile non-stop canal run from Liverpool to Leeds along historic towpaths, open to those aged 20+. Options include Supported or limited Unsupported places, feed points every 10–15 miles, and a 40-hour completion limit.

A fell race in North Pembrokeshire on Sat 29 Aug 2026 covering 8 km with 330 m of climb. Entries are accepted in advance and on the day, and junior Mochyn du races have entry on the day only.

The Plum 10k is Pershore Plum Plodders club's 10 kilometre race in Pershore, Worcestershire, with results archived back to 2016. The next edition is scheduled for 30 August 2026.

A fell race in Machen of about 7 km with 365 m of ascent, with registration at Machen Welfare Ground and start and finish on Church Street. Entry is £7 on the day and participants must be over 18.

Coastal ultra marathon events on Anglesey include a 130 mile full circumnavigation and a 47 mile point to point race along the coastal path. Routes are mainly trail based, include checkpoints with cut-offs, and feature significant ascent.

A 30 mile ultra around the Rhymney Valley Ridgeway Walk, mostly on trail with about 4,252 feet of ascent, starting and finishing at Parc Penalta, with three fully stocked checkpoints and no official time limit.

A 102 mile, 5,172 m elevation ultramarathon across Snowdonia on 5 September 2026 with 11 checkpoints and a 42 hour cut off. The course is self navigated and runners are tracked online via GB Race Tracker.

A 45 mile mountain ultramarathon in Snowdonia Eryri from Betws-y-Coed, with about 2800 m ascent, five supported checkpoints and mandatory mountain kit. Entry requires previous ultra and mountain experience and a minimum age of 20.

A 24 hour, 56 miles unmarked hike and ultra run in the Peak District, organised by 3rd Hazel Grove Scout Group for its 50th edition on the first full weekend in September. Checkpoints provide refreshments and finishers receive breakfast and..

Battle of the Borders offers three trail distances on the Shropshire Hills, from a 10K to a full marathon. The single-lap course starts and finishes in Carding Mill Valley, with fully marked routes and required runner supplies. Participants..

Join a scenic charity 10k across Staffordshire countryside, starting and finishing at the canal side Hartley Arms in Wheaton Aston. With only 150 places, the race finishes with music and food at the pub to celebrate local charities.

A running event at Westonbirt Arboretum on 5 September 2026 with 1 mile, 5 km and 10 km routes through varied tree collections; organised by Relish The Great Outdoors and currently showing tickets as sold out.

RunThrough Snowdonia Sea2Sky in Barmouth invites trail runners to tackle coastal paths and climb Cadair Idris with 12 km, 25 km and 54 km options. Expect stunning views, waymarked trails, chip timing and a lively event village.

A long-distance walking and running event crossing Wales over a 45 mile linear route to be completed within 18 hours, presented as a weekend package with accommodation, coach transport, refreshment stops and route maps.

Join the Ross on Wye Riverbank Run on 6 September 2026 for scenic multi terrain 5k, 10k and a family fun 500m along the River Wye. Flat, fast course, chip timing and medals for all finishers make it perfect for racers and families alike.

Take on the Stretton Skyline, a scenic yet demanding 30.5 km fell race around Church Stretton with 1357 m of climb and panoramic Shropshire Hills views. Pre entry only, finishers enjoy a tasty goody bag.

A six day self supported multistage race down the spine of Wales from Conwy Castle to Cardiff Castle, covering 380 km and 17,400 m of ascent. Two day northern and southern options offer condensed sections of the same route.

A single-day guided crossing of the 15 Welsh 3,000 ft peaks across Snowdon, Carneddau and Glyderau, covering about 50 km and 4,000 m of ascent. Transport, guide, support vehicle and food stations are included.