Trail Running calendar near Pentrefoelas 2026-2027

Experience a scenic point to point half marathon along canal towpaths from Wolverhampton to Brindley Place, with varied surfaces, a unique 360m tunnel and floating water stations. Chip timed finishers get a bespoke medal and T shirt.

Run July the Turd on 4 July 2026 around Ironbridge valley in Shropshire from The Unicorn Inn. Choose marathon, 16 mile or 8 mile on mixed tracks, paths and road; road shoes suffice, onsite parking and finisher bling.

Tackle a classic Peak District fell race from Warslow Village Hall: 10 km with 675 m of climb across moorland and steep trails. Expect challenging ascents, sweeping views and a friendly village atmosphere.

Run a scenic half marathon from Lyme Hall over Kerridge Ridge to the Macclesfield Canal with marked course, aid stations and chip timing. Entry includes parking and park access; finishers can choose a medal or have a tree planted.

Choose a half marathon or 10k through the rolling forest trails of Cannock Chase, featuring challenging hills and scenic views. Organised by Nice Work on 5 July 2026, the event includes on site parking, a bespoke medal, free photos and priz..

Run around Tittesworth Reservoir and the southern Peak District on scenic, rugged trails with punchy climbs and wide hill views. Choose 10K, 22K or 50K and enjoy chip timed results, a waterside finish, free race photos and a themed medal.

Take on the MTC Hafren Ultra, a scenic 27 mile point to point from Rhyd y benwch up Plynlimon to the source of the River Severn and finishing at Caersws. Expect moorland and boggy terrain, challenging climbs and long descents for a true mou..

Run a five day, 220 mile ultra along the River Severn, following the Severn Way with rugged, sometimes overgrown trails and GPX navigation provided. Each day is a separate race with bespoke medals and a big trophy for completing all five.

Take on the Stiperstones Fell Race in Snailbeach on Wed 8 Jul 2026, a rugged 6.7 km course with about 375 m of climb across classic Shropshire ridgelines. Pre entry is £7 or pay £10 on the day, with junior races available.

Tackle a scenic 48 mile point to point ultra along the River Severn from Mid Wales to Shrewsbury, with rolling hills, canal paths and nature reserves. Expect a tough but rewarding day with checkpoints, mandatory kit and a cup free event.

Run the scenic MTC Severn Path Ultra, a challenging 59 mile point to point along the River Severn from Shrewsbury to Worcester. Enjoy riverside towns, staffed checkpoints with dietary options and a friendly, well supported ultra experience.

Run rugged trails around Snowdon at Snowdonia Trail Marathon Eryri in Llanberis, with distances from 10K to ultra. Expect epic mountain views, live timing, lively event village and a kids fun run raising funds for Llanberis Mountain Rescue.

Take on a 24 hour ultra on Snowdon, racing to ascend and descend Yr Wyddfa as many times as you can in one epic day. Solo runners and relay teams of up to five will find mountain support, a buzzing event village and UTMB indexed entry.

Run the scenic Shropshire Hills at The Piece of Cake Trail Run in Carding Mill Valley with 10K, half marathon and marathon distances. Enjoy marked trails, aid stations, a finisher medal and a cake competition.

Take on the Charlesworth & Chisworth Carnival Fell Race on Sat 11 Jul 2026 in the Peak District, a testing 5 km / 3.1 mile course with 180 m of climb. Pre entry and entry on the day plus junior races make this a great community running day.

Manchester Phoenix Blaze is a timed event on a 5.3 km riverside lap in Chorlton Water Park. Participants can complete multiple laps within a seven hour limit and all finishers receive a medal while the event supports Carrington Animal Rescu..

Join the Peak Forest Fell Race on Sunday 12 July 2026 for a scenic 9.7 km fell run in the Peak District with 247 m of climb. Enjoy marked routes, marshals, free village parking and warm post race cakes and hot drinks.

Join Race the Train 2026 on 12 July for an 11 mile point to point trail from Bury to Rawtenstall that starts on the steam whistle. Run beside the railway as a steam train may overtake, with family able to follow by train.

Ludlow10 offers scenic road and off road races around Whitcliffe Common and the Shropshire countryside. Choose the half marathon, 10k or 5k and tackle undulating lanes including the famous Donkey Steps while enjoying beautiful Ludlow views.

Take on the Welsh 3000 Challenge and cross 14 peaks in Snowdonia from Pen y Pass in a guided 20 hour push or a two day option. Small guided groups, food stops and return transport make it a supported mountain running and walking adventure.