Trail Running calendar near Prestatyn 2025-2026

Join the Kinder Barrel Race in Edale on 5 September, a spirited fell event where teams carry a barrel across Kinder alongside individual and kids races. Family fun with food, a bouncy castle and a bar supporting local schools.

Tackle the wild Shropshire Hills at Carding Mill Valley with scenic 13.1 mile and 26.2 mile trail races through the Long Mynd. Well marked routes, aid stations and marshals make this a classic, challenging day out for trail runners.

Join a scenic 10k through Malham Cove and Tarn, featuring a climb to Weets Top and a thrilling descent. Finish with a hearty post race meal, a beer and event goodies.

Tackle a scenic half marathon from Malham Show Field through Malham Cove and Malham Tarn, climbing to Weets Top before a rewarding descent with sweeping views. Part of the Due North Trail Trilogy with post race food and a beer.

Short, fierce fell race from Burnsall featuring a steep climb through heather to a cairn and a fast direct descent. A compact test of speed and hill craft that counts for the BOFRA Championship.

Overview The Dragon’s Back Race is a multi-stage ultra running event across Wales. The full route runs from Conwy Castle to Cardiff Castle and is held each September. Key metrics for the full course include: 380 km 6 days 16,400 m ascent..

The Ultra X England will take place in Edale from Saturday 12 September 2026 to Sunday 13 September 2026.

Run or walk THE LAP, a fully waymarked 47 mile trail circumnavigation of Lake Windermere with a generous 24 hour limit. Expect varied tracks, on course aid stations and a warm finishers meal and medal to celebrate the moment.

Join a guided, non competitive mountain run across the 15 Welsh 3000s in Snowdonia, a rugged 30 mile traverse with 4,000 m of ascent including Crib Goch. Expert guides, transport and support are included for experienced runners.

Bradley Fell Race in Bradley Village near Skipton is a scenic BOFRA Championship event with a 3.5 miles (5.6 km) senior course climbing about 800 feet across moorland. Registration and the race start will be from the junior field this year.

Take on the Yorkshireman, a challenging off road marathon and half through moorland, trails and woods in Bronte Country. Expect rugged scenery, chip timing, lively feed stations and a friendly community vibe with entries selling out early.

The Peak District Challenge will take place in Hathersage from Friday 18 September 2026 to Saturday 19 September 2026.

Brutal Extreme Triathlons presents multiple intense triathlon races over four days in stunning Llanberis. Test your endurance amid dramatic Welsh mountain scenery in mid September 2026 with fellow athletes who crave a true challenge.

Run along the scenic, traffic free Tissington Trail from Parsley Hay to Ashbourne across two days of half marathons, with a gentle downhill and mixed terrain. Enter one or both days for a bespoke medal, photos and race day support.

The Three Towers Ultra crosses the West Pennine moors to reach Jubilee, Rivington and Peel towers on an unmarked yet scenic and demanding route. Choose 39 or 55 mile options, test your route finding and join a guided recce at Ranken Arms.

Oktoberfest Running by Grim Up North hits the Leeds and Liverpool Canal at Rodley for chip timed races on a flat towpath, with distances from 5K to Ultra. Finishers get a medal and post race treats in a fun, friendly atmosphere.

Take on the wild beauty of the Lake District at Maverick Lakes X Trail 2026 on 19 September. Expect rugged trails, spectacular views and a true outdoor running challenge for all levels.

The Abersoch Half Marathon will take place in Abersoch on Saturday 19 September 2026. You can run 13 miles.

The High Peak 40 is a 40 mile ultramarathon around Buxton combining trails and road into a scenic autumn challenge. In its 40th year, runners must finish within 14 hours.

The Bronte Half Marathon is a 13.1-mile trail race held in the scenic Bronte Country between Haworth and Hebden Bridge, Yorkshire. Known for its hilly course, the event supports Sue Ryder and offers a unique challenge alongside the Bronte B..