Trail Running calendar near Newtown 2024-2025

The Dragon Slayer Ultra will take place in Itton on Sunday 3 August 2025.

The Birmingham Canal Canter is a scenic running event taking place on August 3, 2025, starting and finishing at Moseley Rugby Club. Participants can choose from three routes: the Canter (25.8 miles), Mini Canter (18.5 miles), and Canter Plus (26.2 miles). The routes showcase Birmingham's extensive c..

The Brecon Beacons Trails event, organized by RunThrough UK, will take place on August 9, 2025, in Talybont-on-Usk. Participants can choose from three challenging trail distances: 10K, 24K, and 51K ultra. Each route features rugged trails, scenic climbs, and stunning views of the Brecon Beacons.The ..

The Beast of Llangattock is an exhilarating trail running event set in the stunning landscapes of Llangattock, featuring four distances: 10k, 10 miles, 20 miles, and 32 miles. Participants will traverse scenic routes that include ancient walkways, breathtaking views of the Black Mountains, and the h..

The Moel Famau 24 event is a unique running challenge set on the scenic Clwydian Hill, featuring a 7.2km loop with a 500m ascent. Participants can choose to run solo or in teams for either 12 or 24 hours, with no cut-off time or minimum laps required. The event promotes a relaxed atmosphere, allowin..

The Beast of Bryn 2025, organized by the Bryn Residents Action Group (BRAG), is a challenging running event set in the scenic Afan Forest Park. Participants can choose between two distances: approximately 6.5 miles (10.5 km) or 10.5 miles (17 km), with significant elevation gains. The event, which b..

The Leeds & Liverpool Canal 130 Mile Race (LLCR) is a non-stop endurance event that takes place along Britain's longest man-made waterway, the Leeds & Liverpool Canal. Scheduled for August 2025, this race challenges participants to complete the 130-mile course from Liverpool to Leeds within a 40-hou..

The Summer Green Man Ultra (GMU) features two challenging distances: 30 miles and 45 miles, both set on the scenic Community Forest Path around Bristol. Participants will experience a clockwise route, with checkpoints providing food and hydration. All finishers receive a bespoke medal and a technica..

The Pershore Plum 10k is an annual running event organized by the Pershore Plum Plodders, a friendly running club based in Worcestershire. This race is designed to be inclusive, welcoming participants of all abilities and ages. The event showcases the scenic routes around Pershore, promoting fitness..

Ring O' Fire is a challenging coastal ultra marathon held over three days, covering approximately 135 miles along the stunning Anglesey Coastal Path in North Wales. This event, which has been a favorite since 2012, showcases the breathtaking scenery of the region, including the Snowdonia mountain ra..

The Dragon's Back Race® is a renowned ultra-running event held over six days, covering a challenging 380km with an ascent of 16,400m along the mountainous spine of Wales. Starting from Conwy Castle and concluding at Cardiff Castle, this legendary race offers participants breathtaking scenery and a s..

The Joust 12hr & 24hr is an ultra-running event held at Top Barn Campsite, featuring both solo and team categories. Participants can choose between a 24-hour challenge, which allows solo runners or teams to complete as many laps as possible, or a 12-hour challenge aimed at completing 50 miles. The c..

The Bullock Smithy Ultra is a challenging 56-mile circular hike and ultra-run organized by the 3rd Hazel Grove Scout Group. This event takes place over the first full weekend in September, starting and finishing in Hazel Grove. Participants can expect a demanding course that tests their endurance an..

The RIDUM is an exciting 30-mile ultra marathon set in the scenic hills of South East Wales, specifically along the Rhymney Valley Ridgeway Walk. Participants will tackle a challenging course featuring 4,252 feet of elevation, offering breathtaking views and a diverse terrain that includes lanes, tr..

The Across Wales Walk is a renowned challenge walking event that spans 45 miles across Wales, allowing participants to walk or run the route within 18 hours. Celebrating its 62nd year, the event offers a full weekend experience, including overnight accommodation, transport, refreshments along the ro..

The Yr Wyddfa Ultra 100 is an exhilarating 100-mile ultramarathon set in the stunning Snowdonia National Park, featuring a challenging elevation gain of 5788 meters. Scheduled for September 6, 2025, the event accommodates 250 participants and has a cut-off time of 40 hours. Runners will navigate thr..

The Yr Wyddfa Ultra 50 is an exhilarating ultra-marathon set in the stunning Snowdonia National Park, specifically around the village of Betws-y-Coed. Covering a challenging distance of 45 miles with an elevation gain of 3,254 meters, this event invites experienced runners to navigate rugged mountai..

The RunThrough Snowdonia Sea2Sky Trail Races, taking place on September 6, 2025, offers participants the choice of two challenging distances: 25k and 53k. Set against the stunning backdrop of Snowdonia, this event promises exhilarating trails and breathtaking views. Runners will receive a bespoke fi..

The Sandstone Trail Races feature a unique trail running experience in Cheshire and North Wales, offering two concurrent point-to-point races. The event starts at Bickerton Hill National Trust Car Park and concludes at Kelsall Hill Equestrian Centre, providing excellent facilities for participants a..

The 2 HillForts Hill Race is an exciting running event set in the scenic Clwydian Range Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Participants will tackle a challenging course of just under 9 miles, featuring a significant ascent of 2500ft as they navigate the two hillforts of Moel Arthur and Penycloddiau..