Trail Running calendar near Porthcawl 2025-2026

Martley Madness is a scenic 10 miles trail race across Rodge Hill and woodland, with challenging climbs and quiet country lanes. Finishers get bespoke medals and proceeds benefit Cardiac Risk in the Young.

Total Coastal offers two challenging routes along the South West Coast Path: a 50 km Ultra starting Kingswear and finishing Ness at Shaldon, and a 13.1-mile Half Marathon from Preston Green near Paignton to Shaldon. The courses are multi-te..

Run coastal trails from Little Haven in Pembrokeshire National Park past cliffs, coves and sandy bays on exposed, undulating terrain. Choose 10K to ultra, score Endurancelife points and enjoy chip timing, a finisher medal and on site suppor..

The Bath Beat showcases scenic running and walking from Bath into Cotswolds countryside, with distances from 12.5 to 26.5 miles. Checkpoints serve homemade cakes, long routes offer hot meals, and finishers get a medal and warm welcome.

Tackle the scenic Butcombe Trail Ultra in the Mendip Hills with 50 mile or 50 km self navigation routes starting at Churchill HQ. Rugged off road trails, pub stops and friendly volunteer support await.

Choose your distance in this 7 hour time challenge at scenic Dare Valley Country Park, with multi lap routes from 3 km up to 50 km. Enjoy on course snacks, vegan options and themed medals with distance pins.

Trail festival in Offwell near Honiton on the first May bank holiday, headlined by a 68 mile round with 38, 31 and 15 mile options across AONBs and the Jurassic Coast. Camping, communal meals and a Sunday mini round create a friendly vibe.

Run the Brecon Beacons with Rasus y Bannau, choosing marathon, 75 km or 100 km routes over iconic ridges and reservoirs. Rugged mountain terrain, full safety support and spectacular views await.

Take on the HOWUM 2026 30 mile trail ultra around Llanidloes, following scenic paths past reservoirs, the Severn source and historic waymarked trails. With no time limit and three supported checkpoints this is a wild friendly challenge.

Run Exmoor's rugged coast and moorland at Maverick Exmoor X Trail in Lynton on 2 May 2026. Choose from five routes from 5 km to 56 km, enjoy fully marked, timed trails, a finishers medal and stunning Valley of Rocks views.

Take on the Sid Valley Ring for a scenic coastal challenge across lanes, footpaths and cliffs with sweeping Lyme Bay views. Choose half or third marathon, expect muddy hills and enjoy trails while helping support local maintenance.

Run a scenic point to point 50 mile ultramarathon from Taunton to Minehead, flat early then coastal and undulating through marshes, beaches and the Quantocks. Well supported but cupless so bring a bottle or cup.

Tackle a rugged 50 miles ultra across West Somerset coast, moorland and woodland with dramatic climbs and the tiny Culbone church. Six aid stations, GPX route and medical cover support a 16 hour cutoff for experienced runners.

The Westcountry Ultra 100 Miler on 9 to 10 May 2026 takes runners along scenic canal, river and coastal trails in Somerset on a challenging 100 mile route with about 9,500 ft of climbing. With a 32 hour cut off, cupless aid and pacers allow..

Experience rugged Exmoor trails from Martinhoe with 10K, half, marathon and ultra routes across moorland, cliffs, woods and river crossings. Fully marked course, timing and finishers medal make it a scenic challenge for all abilities.

Tackle the Epona 100, a 100 mile ultra with 17,000 ft of climbing across Offa’s Dyke and the Beacons Way. Starting and finishing in Abergavenny, the mostly trail route offers eight aid stations and a 50 hour cutoff.

Explore the wild Preseli hills in West Wales up to Foel Cwmcerwyn on trail, fell and boggy terrain. Choose the shorter Beast Bach or the full Preseli Beast for a scenic, tough off road challenge with post race food and evening social.

Run through the Dorset landscape that inspired Thomas Hardy with a challenging trail half marathon or a 5 mile option. Start and finish at Dorchester Rugby Club with on route entertainment and an event village raising funds for local causes..

Join the Dilton Dash on 10 May 2026 at Dilton Marsh for scenic multi terrain 10K, 3K and 1/2K fun runs supporting village causes. Expect stiles and gates, medals for all finishers and prizes for winners.

Join the Scorpion Run on 10 May 2026 at Symonds Yat Rock for a scenic 10k trail through the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley with riverside views. Expect gravel tracks and a tough final 1 km climb to the cafe finish with coffee and hot food.