Trail Running calendar near Penarth 2026-2027

Experience an authentic fell race reaching the highest point in southern England. This five mile self navigated challenge features over 1,300ft of ascent and includes dedicated race categories for junior runners.

Experience the beauty of the Cotswold Hills starting from the historic Sudeley Castle. Choose from five trail distances ranging from a 7 km short course to a 51 km ultra marathon through picturesque English countryside.

Experience a multi terrain race along the stunning Jurassic Coast with routes through cliff tops and pebble beaches. This community event supports Beer Primary School and offers distances for various experience levels.

This 10K trail race starts and finishes on Cocklemoor in Langport, taking runners across mixed terrain paths through the Somerset Levels and countryside. It follows UK Athletics rules and is open to participants aged 17 and over.

Experience a beautiful 10km off-road trail run through the Wiltshire countryside and Barbury Castle. Enjoy a marshalled route along the Ridgeway followed by a BBQ and drinks to support the local Air Ambulance.

The Batch Bash is a short, sharp fell race in Shropshire featuring a 4.8 km course with 305m of climb. It takes place on an evening in May. Entries are available in advance or on the day.

Test your determination on a 26.2 mile trail course through historic ironworks and rugged forest paths in Bridgend. Limited to 60 participants, this event features five fuel stations and a unique medal for all finishers.

Experience a 10 km moorland run through the Dartmoor Fell Series starting in Peter Tavy. Tackle 387 m of ascent across Cox Tor and Langstone Standing Stone before a fast 4 km descent to a village finish.

Experience an ultra flat and fast trail run along Taunton's beautiful waterways. Participate in the 10k or half marathon distances and enjoy a scenic riverside course with medals for all finishers.

Traverse the scenic landscape of Dorset on a point to point trail run ending at the Jurassic Coast. Choose between 100km, 50km, or 18 mile distances featuring heathland, forests, and the historic Purbeck Hills.

A chip timed *10k* trail run on 24 May 2026 that starts and finishes at Bredon Cricket Club. The marshalled route climbs to the 299 m summit of Bredon Hill and all finishers receive a medal.

Experience the scenic Herefordshire countryside with the Crocodile 8. This event features woodland trails and steep climbs across an 8.8 mile course including music and a post race celebration.

An off-road race in Dursley on 25 May 2026 covering about 10.31 km with 318 m of climb, visiting Cam Peak, Cam Long Down, Uley Bury and Downham Hill. Entries are limited to 120 and handled via Entry Central.

Experience the UK's massive inflatable obstacle course in Bristol featuring slides, tunnels, and bouncers. Choose between distances from 2.5km to 15km for a fun, untimed event complete with music zones and finisher medals.

Celebrate 50 years of Rocky with a flexible time challenge at Dare Valley Country Park. Run anything from 3km to an ultra marathon on scenic paths and earn a themed medal and goody bag.

Join the Manta Ray Run at Parc Taf Bargoed for a timed, multi lap event with flexible rock up and run starts and distances from 5 km to ultra. Enjoy scenic trails, cake at the finish and digital results.

Race along the Somerset shoreline in this scenic 7 mile coastal event. Run across sandy beaches and coastal paths while chasing the West Somerset steam train on a flat multi surface course.

Experience the rugged North Devon and Cornish coastline with trail races ranging from sixteen miles to an ultra marathon. Navigate wild clifftops and steep coastal paths finishing at the historic Castle Bude.

Experience a 40 mile ultra marathon along the stunning Wales Coast Path from Porthcawl to Penarth. This supported journey features dramatic cliffs, ancient castles, and scenic coastal trails with no strict time limits.

Trail races in the Brecon Beacons on June 6 2026, offering marathon and half marathon options plus weighted bergen editions. Runners move from daylight into night and may need a torch.