Trail Running calendar near Pentrefoelas 2026-2027

Take on the classic Whittle Pike fell race in the South West Pennines on Wed 12 Aug 2026, roughly 5.5 miles with 550 m of climb from Cowpe Village Hall. Entry on the day is available for £5, teams welcome and runners must be 16 or over.

A sharp 4.4 km fell race from the Ragleth Inn in Little Stretton featuring 390 m of climb and great ridge views; a fast, testing course for keen fell runners. Pre entry via SI Entries or entries on the day are welcome.

After a long break the Flagg Moor Run returns to the Peak District on Friday 14 August 2026. Enjoy a scenic 5.5 mile route through fields, lanes and country roads with a steady downhill finish. Friendly and low key.

SkyRun Eryri brings classic Snowdonia skyrunning to Rhyd Ddu with four mountain trail races from a technical 55 km ultra to shorter scenic challenges. Expect rocky scrambles, grassy ridges and towering Welsh 3000s views.

Take on the Piethorne Fell Race on Sun 16 Aug 2026: a 10 km test with 275 m of climb across the scenic South West Pennines. Starts at the Bulls Head in Newhey with cash prizes for record breakers and both pre entries and on the day entry.

Challenge yourself on the Pilgrims Cross Fell Race across the West Pennine Moors, a scenic but tough 10.7 km with 390 m of climb. Entry is on the day only with a small fee, and the race features in the Rossendale midweek series.

Final event in the Phoenix Running 2026 Summer Series at Chorlton Water Park. Timed laps on a 5.3 km out and back riverside course let participants cover distances from 5 km up to ultra and all finishers receive a bespoke medal.

Take on the Fellrunner Golf Ball in Rossendale for a gritty 8.8 km fell race with 244 m of climbing across classic Bowland terrain. Teams are welcome and post race food and drink ensure a warm community finish.

Take on the classic Holcombe Two Towers fell race on Wednesday 26 August 2026 in the South West Pennines, a challenging 4 mile course with 400 m of climb through rugged moorland. Expect steep trails, great views and a lively community atmos..

Take on the 130 mile nonstop canal towpath race from Liverpool to Leeds along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, with supported or unsupported entry options. Field capped at 100 runners and a 40 hour cutoff make this an epic endurance test.

Tackle a classic Pennines fell race in Pendleton on 29 August 2026. The 8 km course packs 457 m of ascent across rough terrain, with on the day entries and homemade cakes and a cosy village pub to reward you.

An 8 km fell race in the South West Pennines with 360 m of ascent, starting and finishing at the Red Lion in Whitworth. Expect a steep opening climb and a rollercoaster ridgeline over Brown Wardle and Hades Hill.

Run Anglesey's rugged coast with Ring O' Fire 130, a 130 mile three day circumnavigation of the island with cliffs, beaches and about 4,000 m of ascent. Or try the Firelighter 50, a near 47 mile coastal challenge finishing in Moelfre.

Groovy Baby Love is a Peak District fell race from Hayfield Scout Hut on Sat 5 Sep 2026, 16 km with 675 m climb across unmarked ground. Mandatory kit and navigation skills required; pre entry and day entries available.

Take on the Yr Wyddfa Snowdon Ultra, an epic circa 100 mile mountain race across Snowdonia Eryri with about 5,172 m of ascent and a 42 hour cutoff. Limited to 250 runners, this self navigation ultra rewards seasoned trail and mountain runne..

Tackle a rugged 45 mile mountain ultra around Snowdonia's iconic peaks, starting and finishing in Betws y Coed. Expect big climbs, dramatic scenery and a tight 500 runner field for a true mountain running test.

Take on the Bullock Smithy Hike, a 56 mile circular challenge starting and finishing in Hazel Grove. Enjoy scenic trails and choose to hike or tackle it as the Ultra 56, hosted by the 3rd Hazel Grove Scout Group.

Run the rugged beauty of the Shropshire Hills at Battle of the Borders, starting from Carding Mill Valley and tackling the dramatic Long Mynd ridges. Choose marathon, half marathon or 10K on waymarked, scenic but rewarding trails.

Join a scenic charity 10k across Staffordshire countryside, starting and finishing at the canal side Hartley Arms in Wheaton Aston. With only 150 places, the race finishes with music and food at the pub to celebrate local charities.

RunThrough Snowdonia Sea2Sky in Barmouth invites trail runners to tackle coastal paths and climb Cadair Idris with 12 km, 25 km and 54 km options. Expect stunning views, waymarked trails, chip timing and a lively event village.