Trail Running calendar near Newtown 2026-2027

Trail races of 21 km and 42 km take place in Delamere Forest on 26 April 2026. Routes pass Blakemere Moss and the Sandstone Trail with marked kilometres, aid stations, parking, and mandatory kit requirements.

Choose your own distance in this 7-hour Time Challenge at beautiful Dare Valley Country Park. Run laps on scenic footpaths to earn a themed medal and a goody bag. Snacks, ice cream, and distance pins for longer runs are part of the inclusiv..

A family oriented 2.5K and 5K event at Aston Park where every finisher receives a cuddly teddy. The run raises funds for Birmingham Children's Hospital and finishes with a teddy bears picnic.

A six hour lap event at Pooley Country Park near Tamworth where runners complete 3.3 mile laps on mixed grassland and park paths. Distances range from a single 5k lap up to many laps within the time limit.

An out and back ultramarathon from Abberley Village Hall following the Worcestershire Way with GPX navigation. Races of 23, 31, 38 and 47 miles are offered; the full route has about 2,941 m of ascent.

Three circular trail races from Brecon through the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park, offered as 100 km, 75 km and marathon distances with marked routes, checkpoints, GPS files and mandatory kit for mountain navigation.

A guided run across the 15 Welsh 3,000 ft peaks in Snowdonia, covering about 30 miles and 4,000 m of ascent. Support includes transport, food stations, a mountain guide and a support vehicle; the route is shown as a non race event.

A circular 30 mile ultra through mid Wales on 2 May 2026, starting and finishing at Dol Lys Camp Ground in Llanidloes. The route follows Sarn, Glyndwr’s Way, Severn Way and Wye Valley Walk and reaches the source of the River Severn.

A trail event on 2 May 2026 at Carding Mill Valley offering a half marathon (one 13.1-mile lap) or a full marathon (two laps). Entries for the main race are limited to 200 and a virtual option runs the week of May 4th.

Explore the Cotswolds trails at the Tempo Trail Races. Choose from five distances including a new 50K ultra option. The event starts and finishes at the Ilmington Sports & Social Club.

A guided recce on 3 May 2026 of the Paddy Buckley leg from Capel Curig to Nantmoor over the Moelwyns in Snowdonia. The 35 km route has 2500 m of ascent and runs in small groups led by Mountain Leader qualified guides.

A five mile women only trail race in Worsley on 3 May 2026, organised by Swinton Running Club and based at Beesley Green Community Centre. Online entries open midnight 31 December and on the day entry may be available for an extra £2.

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.

An annual off road race at Hood Memorial Hall in Devauden on trails through Chepstow Park Woods, offering 10k, 5k, a 2.4k for ages eight and over, and a 60m junior dash with proceeds supporting local search and rescue.

A midweek trail and fell race around White Nancy and Kerridge ridge covering about 8 km with 230 m of climb. Organised with club support, entries are limited and all proceeds go to local charities and mountain rescue.

A provisional cross-country race at Sheinton Church near Cressage on 6 May 2026. The course is 5.3 km with 100 m ascent, entry is on day only with a fee of £8, and 2026 will be the last running.

A 24 hour timed challenge along the Offa's Dyke Footpath from Prestatyn, with solo and team entries, GPS tracking, six checkpoints and mandatory kit requirements. Results are based on how far each participant reaches after 24 hours.

A Welsh trail event offering a 100-mile loop from Abergavenny and a 100 km route from Talgarth to Abergavenny, both following Offa’s Dyke, Cambrian Way and Beacons Way across mountain terrain.

Three off-road fell races around the Preseli hills centred on Maenclochog village green, including a roughly 24 mile Preseli Beast with substantial ascent, mixed terrain and feed stations about every five miles.

The Apocalypse Ultramarathon features four distinct loops totaling 50 miles. Runners can choose their challenge, from 10 to 50 miles, tackling the loops in any order. A central HQ in Church Stretton offers sustained support with food throug..