Trail Running calendar near Pontrhydyfen 2025-2026

Mortimer Forest Trail Race, organized by Ludlow Runners, is a multi-terrain event set in Mortimer Forest on the Herefordshire/Shropshire border. The 10-mile route features the infamous Big Dippers, a climb to the top of High Vinnalls, and a downhill finish with far-reaching views across the Welsh Ma..

A Nightmare Before Xmas Trail ½ Marathon takes place at the Bridgend Miniature Railway Centre, Fountain Road, Aberkenfig, Tondu, Bridgend CF32 9BZ. This roughly 13-mile trail challenge combines The Hateful Eight 8-mile route with about 5 extra miles of mixed terrain, including mud, water, a killer h..

The Slow and Dirty is a festive-themed 19-kilometer trail race held in Sturminster Newton, Dorset, following a flat, hard-surfaced route along a former railway line known as the Somerset and Dorset (S & D). Despite its name, the course is fast and clean, ideal for runners of all abilities, including..

The Christmas Carol Bobble Hat Run, organized by Saturn Running, takes place in the scenic Dare Valley Country Park in Aberdare, Wales. This inclusive event welcomes runners and walkers of all abilities. Participants can choose their distance within a 7-hour time challenge, with a minimum of 3km and..

The Midwinter Mortimer Trail is a challenging trail running event held in Herefordshire, England, featuring two main distances: approximately 30 miles (Ultra) and 15 miles (Croft 15). The routes traverse the scenic Mortimer Trail from Ludlow Castle to Kington (Ultra) and from Aymestrey to Kington (C..

The Plain Crazy Winter is a challenging 12.5-mile trail run held in Warminster, known for its hilly, cold, and scenic course that can be windy, snowy, and desolate. The event supports The Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal and offers prizes for top male and female finishers across various age categor..

The Bell Challenge Day 5, organized by Running Events Devon, takes place on January 2, 2026, in Exmouth at Capel Lane. This 7-hour timed event features a mainly flat, accurately measured 5.3 km out-and-back course on a scenic, disused train line surfaced entirely with tarmac, classifying it as a roa..

The Walter Raleigh Round Half Marathon is a scenic 13.6-mile race starting and finishing in Budleigh Salterton, England, the birthplace of Sir Walter Raleigh. The course traverses quiet back lanes, unsurfaced county roads, hidden footpaths, the Otter Valley, High Peak, the Jurassic Coast, and a dism..

Haldon Night is a winter night-time trail running event held at Haldon Forest Park, near Exeter (Bullers Hill, Kennford, EX6 7XR). The program features a single-loop 10K and a 5K for adults, plus 1K and 2K races for kids (with adults able to run with children). There’s also a 10K canicross option.Ra..

The Cardiff Trail 10k is an exciting running event set against the stunning backdrop of Castell Coch. Scheduled for January 18, 2026, this newly introduced race offers participants a unique blend of competition and natural beauty, making it an ideal choice for both experienced runners and newcomers...

Pagan Trails is a challenging running event set in the picturesque Dartmoor region, specifically in Chagford. Participants can choose between two distances: a Marathon of over 28 miles and a Half Marathon exceeding 14 miles, both featuring significant elevation gains. The routes take runners past an..

Saturn Running's "Spice Up Your Run - Wales" is a fun and inclusive running event held at Dare Valley Country Park in Aberdare. Participants can walk or run a minimum of 3km, with options to complete laps of approximately 7km each, allowing distances up to 50km, including half-marathon, marathon, an..

Pagan Midwinter Marathon, organised by OuterEdge Events, takes place at Chagford Cricket and Football Club in Devon (TQ13 8AS). Also known as PAGAN TRAILS, the event runs in midwinter on Dartmoor’s north-eastern edge, threading through stone circles and other pagan sites. The programme offers two ch..

The Icing on the Cake is a trail running event held in the scenic Shropshire Hills, starting and finishing at Carding Mill Valley near Church Stretton. Participants can choose between a half marathon (13.1 miles) featuring one loop through rugged countryside, or a full marathon (26.2 miles) which in..

The Haldon Winter Series is a trail running event held in the scenic Haldon Forest, Devon. It offers a welcoming, no-pressure atmosphere suitable for all abilities, with fully marked courses and water points. Participants can choose from multiple distances including 2.5K, 5K, and 10K runs, with opti..

The Westonbirt Arboretum Winter Night Race is an exciting running event set in the stunning National Arboretum, featuring over 2,500 tree species. Participants can choose between 5km and 10km routes, which showcase the arboretum's diverse landscapes and solid terrain, providing a unique blend of tra..

Exeter Half Marathon & Riverside 5 Miles is a two-day running event in Exeter, beginning at Piazza Terracina on Haven Road. The half marathon features a two-lap, 13.1-mile course that winds along the historic Quayside and around Riverside Valley Park, finishing at Haven Banks. The Riverside 5 Miles..

The Westonbirt Arboretum Winter Day Race is a scenic running event set in the stunning National Arboretum, featuring over 2,500 tree species. Participants can choose between a 5km or 10km race, with routes that showcase the beauty and diversity of the arboretum's landscape. The event is designed to..

The Trails & Tarmac Backyard Ultra, organized by Limitless Trails, is an endurance running event held near Crickhowell in the Black Mountains, Powys, UK. The race features a 4.2-mile (approximately 4.17 miles) loop combining equal parts trail and tarmac, with mostly flat terrain, one gradual climb,..

The Dalwood 3 Hills is a popular multi-terrain running event held in Dalwood, near Axminster, Devon. Returning in 2026, it offers three distances: a challenging 10-mile course featuring hills, mud, and river crossings; a 5km "Dalwood Dash" with similar terrain; and a new 3km "Dalwood Doddle" fun run..