Penarth
Trail Running Calendar near Penarth 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Penarth for 2026-2027! We've gathered 102 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
A fell race near Machen covering 7 km with 365 m ascent, held with on the day entry and registration at Machen Welfare Ground.
September 2026
A new 15 mile trail event in September 2026 on the Rhymney Valley Ridgeway Walk, with 2,267 ft of ascent, mostly off-road terrain, one fully stocked checkpoint and organised entry support from Rudry to Parc Penalta.
Timed lap event at Parc Taf Bargoed on 12 September 2026 offering distances from 5 km up to ultra with a 7 hour time limit.
A long, non-commercial fell race in the Black Mountains with a 27.4 km route and 1586 m of ascent. The event uses five checkpoints, requires full navigational kit, and operates on open access land with no on-course water provided.
A 12km canitrail and trail run at Halo Ogmore Valley Life Centre in aid of PAPYRUS on 13 September 2026, entry £26, dogs welcome.
A 12 hour Backyard Ultra on a 4.2 mile loop near Crickhowell in the Black Mountains. The final lap is run in reverse as a sprint to decide male and female winners; medals are awarded for 32 miles or more.
A 23 mile trail race across the Quantock Hills pitting runners against horses, with a Pegasus Challenge four person relay in Over Stowey on 19 September 2026.
A five mile mixed-terrain race through Porthkerry Country Park with varied surfaces, two climbs and inclusion in the South Wales Regional Trail Championship.
A fell running race in Caerphilly on 26 September 2026 featuring a 9.5 km course with 336 m of climb, partially marked and with a short walk from parking to the start.
Trail race at Margam Country Park offering 5 km and 10 km routes through woodland with castle views. The event features chip timing, water stations, a finisher's medal and parking included with entry.
A coastal 10 km race along the North Somerset shoreline, passing Black Nore Lighthouse and Redcliffe Bay. The mixed terrain route includes grass, mud, rocks and tarmac with undulating sections and a seafront finish.
October 2026
Test your endurance on a 9 mile mixed terrain loop with an 8 hour time limit to complete as many laps as possible in Bridgend.
A 7 hour Time Challenge at Dare Valley Country Park with flexible distances from 3 km to ultramarathon options. Finishers receive a themed medal, distance pins and refreshments including doughnuts and ice cream.
A trail half marathon in the Quantock Hills with a 21.2 km route and 839 m ascent, limited to 300 runners and featuring chip timing, waymarked route and on course feed stations.
Trail running and rucking at Ashton Court on 04 October 2026, with 6 km, 10 km and 21 km options, Pro and Open categories, and GORUCK rucks provided.
A new 50 mile LDWA qualifier in October 2026 around Crowcombe with two loops through the Brendon Hills and Quantocks; the event and waiting list are full.