Trail Running calendar near Ogmore-by-Sea 2025-2026

Inaugural BOWUM on 4 April 2026 from Monmouth: a 30 mile circular ultra across the Borderlands of Wales. Mostly trail, with scenic castle views on parts of the Three Castles Walk and Offa's Dyke Path, three manned checkpoints and a finisher..

Run Pendine Sands on firm beach along a scenic out and back course with distances from 5k to ultra. Finishers earn bespoke medals, category winners take trophies, and the event is cup free so bring a reusable cup.

Steam to the coast then run back to Minehead along scenic trails and the ridgelines of the Quantock Hills. Choose 11 km, 11 miles or the 26.2 mile marathon as heritage steam trains ferry runners to their starts.

Discover the Vale Coastal Races on 11 April 2026 with 32.5 mile ultra, 18.5 mile and 10 mile trail options. The Wales Coast Path hugs cliffs, beaches and coves, finishing at Ogmore by Sea with marked notes and checkpoints.

Enjoy stunning coastal, woodland and dune trails at Oxwich Bay with 5 km, 10 km or a self navigated half marathon. Part of the Run The Trails Series, the event is timed and all finishers receive a medal.

Run the iconic South West Coast Path from Exmouth to Seaton, tackling about 4,000 feet of ascent and finishing on Seaton beach with a lively finish area. Choose the 22 mile solo course or team up in relay sections for a coastal challenge.

Tackle The Big Cheese, a 15 mile off road fell race across the Mendip Hills with over 2,000 feet of climbing. Enjoy a fully marked course, finishers medal and tea and cake to celebrate at the finish.

Take on the Wild Horse 200 series and run 200 miles across unforgettable Welsh trails and mountains. Pick the South Wales route finishing at Worms Head in April 2026 or the Mid Wales loop starting and ending in Machynlleth in June 2026.

Inaugural MTC Afanc ultra on 18 April 2026 sends runners 39.7 miles along National Cycle Route 8 from Glasbury to Merthyr Tydfil. Expect rugged scenery, strict pacing and a hard earned Afanc medal at the finish.

Explore the wild beauty of the Shropshire Hills while supporting Grow Cook Learn at the Shropshire Way 80K Festival. Choose from 6.5 mile, 13 mile, 26 mile or epic 50 mile routes that climb summits, pass hillforts and ancient woodlands.

Tackle a guided 18 mile trail run along the Malvern Hills ridge, with over 1300 m of climbing and spectacular views. This group run by Running Adventures suits fit runners comfortable at steady 10 minute mile pace and includes kit guidance.

Tackle rugged trails across the Brecon Beacons at The Beast of the Beacons, held at Gilestone Farm near Llangynidr on Saturday 18 April 2026. Choose 16 km, 32.5 km or 65 km routes with stocked aid stations, camping and full race support.

Discover the Black Mountains and World Heritage landscapes around Blaenavon on this LDWA long distance walk and run. Pick 20, 30 or 50 mile routes that tackle classic climbs, quiet valleys and canal side finishes.

Take on the inaugural MTC Y Draig Goch on 19 April 2026, a scenic 35 mile stage from Merthyr Tydfil to Barry Island along National Cycle Route 8. Limited to 40 entrants, all finishers earn a Y Draig Goch medal and top athletes win bespoke t..

Martley Madness is a scenic 10 miles trail race across Rodge Hill and woodland, with challenging climbs and quiet country lanes. Finishers get bespoke medals and proceeds benefit Cardiac Risk in the Young.

Total Coastal offers two challenging routes along the South West Coast Path: a 50 km Ultra starting Kingswear and finishing Ness at Shaldon, and a 13.1-mile Half Marathon from Preston Green near Paignton to Shaldon. The courses are multi-te..

Run coastal trails from Little Haven in Pembrokeshire National Park past cliffs, coves and sandy bays on exposed, undulating terrain. Choose 10K to ultra, score Endurancelife points and enjoy chip timing, a finisher medal and on site suppor..

Enjoy a scenic run or walk from Bath's southeast edge into Cotswold woods, hills and river valleys, choosing from four distances up to 26.5 miles. Finishers get a medal, food and drinks and recovery transport if needed.

Butcombe Trail invites self guided 50 mile and 50 km ultras across the Mendip Hills AONB, mainly off road and passing six pubs. Volunteer organised and raising money for the Mendip Hills Fund, both races are UTMB qualifying.

Choose your distance in this 7 hour time challenge at scenic Dare Valley Country Park, with multi lap routes from 3 km up to 50 km. Enjoy on course snacks, vegan options and themed medals with distance pins.