Penarth
Trail Running Calendar near Penarth 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Penarth for 2026-2027! We've gathered 110 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
November 2026
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.
A 7 hour time challenge at Dare Valley Country Park with flexible lap distances from 3 km to 50 km, themed medals, distance pins, goody bags and aid stations.
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.
Forest orienteering at Weston Woods with eight courses from 1.0 km to 5.4 km, organised by Bristol Orienteering Klub and entered online via Pre entries.
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.
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
A just over 6 mile December dune race at Merthyr Mawr with a midrace mulled wine and mince pie stop and organised charity fundraising.
A family-friendly festive run at Dare Valley Country Park offering 2.5 km and 5.0 km routes, themed medals, a visit from Santa, and seasonal refreshments.
A 7 hour Time Challenge at Dare Valley Country Park with bobble hat medals, goody bags and distances from 3 km up to 50 km and ultra options.
Timed lap based run at Barry Sidings Country Park offering distances from 5 km to ultra on a 5.3 km tarmac lap with a 7 hour limit.
Free community canal run with 14 mile and 7.5 mile options along the Bridgwater to Taunton towpath; entry includes a compulsory £5 Canal and River Trust donation.
January 2027
A roughly 6.4 mile mixed terrain off road race within Cosmeston Lakes Country Park, organised by Penarth and Dinas Runners and licensed by Welsh Athletics.
Lap-based timed event on 23 January 2027 at Parc Taf Bargoed offering distances from 5 km to ultra with a 7-hour time limit and flexible rock-up starts.
Half Marathon, 10K and 5K at Chepstow Racecourse on 24 January 2027 with chip timing, free photos, event village and a themed medal.