Trail Running calendar near Rhyd-Ddu 2025-2026

Join July the Turd on 4 July 2026 in Ironbridge valley for marathon, 16 mile and 8 mile options over scenic tracks, paths and road. Friendly atmosphere, on site parking and bling for all finishers make it a great summer challenge.

Run around 27 miles of mountain terrain to the source of the River Severn, climbing Plynlimon before following riverside paths into Mid Wales. Part of the MTC Severn Challenge, this scenic ultra offers rugged views and checkpoint support.

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 the 48 mile MTC Severn Plod Ultra, a point to point scenic ultramarathon from Mid Wales to Shrewsbury along river paths and country trails. Expect rugged terrain, checkpoint support and an unforgettable challenge for experienced runn..

Tackle the scenic 59 mile Severn Path Ultra on 10 Jul 2026, a point to point run from Shrewsbury to Worcester along River Severn. Enjoy riverside views, rolling terrain, supportive checkpoints and a bespoke finisher medal and head visor.

Run through the wild beauty of Eryri at the Snowdonia Trail Marathon in Llanberis, with distances from 10K to a 57 km ultra offering panoramic climbs and rugged trails. Enjoy a lively event village, chip timing, and support on course.

Snowdon24 is a 24 hour ultra trail from Llanberis that challenges runners to ascend and descend Snowdon as many times as they can. Solo and relay entries with UTMB indexing, a lively event village and full on course support make for an epic..

Explore the Shropshire Hills at The Piece of Cake Trail Run in Carding Mill Valley on 11 July 2026, with 10 km, half and full marathon options. Marked routes, finishers medals and a fun cake competition await.

Take on the Welsh 3000 Challenge and aim for all 14 Snowdonia peaks in one epic guided route from Pen Y Pass. Choose a 20 hour push or a two day option with qualified leaders, support stops and run or walk paces.

Tackle trails and a climb to the Iron Age hillfort at Croft Ambrey on 19 July 2026, with 5 mile and 10 mile options. Fully marked courses, water stations and marshals make the scenic Herefordshire challenge welcoming to all abilities.

Take on the Paddy Buckley Round, a fully supported, guided three day loop in Snowdonia visiting 47 summits across 100 km. Small groups return to Capel Curig daily with on route refuelling to keep the mountain challenge manageable.

Join the Railway Ultra on 25 July 2026 for a scenic riverside run along a disused railway between Ironbridge and Bridgnorth, passing industrial heritage sites. Pick distances from 9 to 37 miles and enjoy aid stations and nearby pubs.

Ribble Runfest in Preston on 9 August offers flat, looped routes through Avenham and Miller Parks and along the River Ribble, with distances from 10k to ultra. With a small field of 100, stocked aid stations and finisher medals, it is a sce..

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.

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.

Run the 130 mile Leeds and Liverpool Canal route from Liverpool to Leeds, passing the Burnley Embankment and Bingley Five Rise. With a 40 hour limit and only 100 entries, this is a raw endurance challenge for seasoned ultrarunners.

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.

Take on the Yr Wyddfa Snowdon Ultra 100, a 102 mile mountain ultramarathon across rugged Snowdonia with roughly 5,172 m of ascent and demanding self navigation. Limited to 250 runners, it features checkpoints, live GPS tracking and a 42 hou..

Take on the Yr Wyddfa Snowdon Ultra 50, a rugged 45 mile mountain ultra through iconic Snowdonia peaks including Yr Wyddfa and Tryfan. Expect big climbs, GPS tracking, strict kit rules and a limited field for a true high mountain challenge.