Penarth
Trail Running Calendar near Penarth 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Penarth for 2026-2027! We've gathered 107 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
November 2026
Approximately 7 mile multi-terrain race from Risca Leisure Centre to Twmbarlwm and back, with about 1000 ft ascent; entries listed via Entry Central.
A 30 mile trail ultra through the Brecon Beacons from Merthyr Tydfil, with technical terrain, four checkpoints and a six hour cut-off at checkpoint three.
Fully marked trail races at Margam Park including a half marathon and a 10k, running through woodland, parkland and the deer park with coastal views; entries include parking, timing, a medal and download photos.
Trail Half Marathon Wales at Margam Country Park on 14 November 2026 features fully marked forest races over 21.1 km and 10.2 km with checkpoints and included parking.
Timed lap event in Cardiff Bay offering flexible start times and distances from one 5.3 km lap up to multi lap ultra within a 7 hour limit.
Sixty laps around Queen Square in Bristol to raise awareness of men's mental health and support Talk Club; tickets include a donation, raffle entry and a goodie bag.
A Movember charity run at Ashton Court Park offering 1.5k, 5k, 10k and half marathon options with chip timing, medals and headbands, mixed path and trail terrain, some hilly sections, and on course refreshments.
The Smurf Run at Dare Valley Country Park is a seven hour Time Challenge on well maintained park paths, with distances from 3 km up to 50 km. Finishers receive themed medals, distance pins and a goody bag with vegan options.
An off road hill race around Brent Knoll of about 6 miles with steep climbs, muddy trails and a summit circuit, offering age prizes and a unique finisher medal.
A 5.7 km fell race in Llanfoist with 485 m ascent, limited to 120 runners; entry fees £6/£4 and no entries on the day.
Two trail distances on 28 November 2026 around Machen, featuring wooded single track, ridgeway exposure and steep climbs. The half course is fully marked while the marathon requires self navigation with marshals at key points.
Lap-based timed event at Parc Taf Bargoed on 28 November 2026 offering flexible distances from a 5.3 km lap up to ultra, with medal and no medal entry options.
Final race of the 2026 RTT Series in Afan Forest offering 5 km and 10 km trail routes with chip timing, medals and water stations at Bryn Bettws Lodge.
Timed lap event at Rhydycar, Merthyr Tydfil on 29 November 2026 with distances from 5 km to ultra on a certified tarmac course.
A family-friendly muddy fun run in Almondsbury with 5K, 2K and a mini mile, a dog-friendly wave, charity support and on-site activities.
December 2026
Military themed timed run at Barry Sidings Country Park on 6 December 2026 with lap based distances, medals, aid station and a seven hour limit.