Trail Running calendar near Torfaen Principal Area 2026-2027

A community Pretty Muddy 5k obstacle course in Singleton Park on 16 May 2026, with mixed grass and path terrain, staggered wave starts and accessibility provisions including sunflower wristbands and BSL stage content.

Explore the scenic parish of Deddington on a 5k, 10k, or 20k run through local farmland. This community event supports local schools and the Firefighters Charity while welcoming runners of all abilities.

A multi-terrain 10 mile, 6 mile and 1 mile fun run in Beer, East Devon on 17 May 2026, organised by Beer Primary School PTFA to raise funds for the school with coastal and trail sections.

This 10K trail race starts and finishes on Cocklemoor in Langport, taking runners across mixed terrain paths through the Somerset Levels and countryside. It follows UK Athletics rules and is open to participants aged 17 and over.

A point to point race of approximately 5 miles along river paths and a canal towpath on 17 May 2026, organised by Maldwyn Harriers. Entry fees vary by category and entries may be taken on the day.

A scenic run around Blenheim Palace on 17 May 2026, featuring a 7.4k lakeside course and a separate dog race. Other options include a 4 mile route for buggies and wheelchairs and a 1 mile junior race.

An off road 10 km trail around Barbury Castle near Wroughton, featuring tracks, grass and Smeathes Ridge. The event is fully marshalled, supports Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity and includes a finishers medal and post race refreshm..

The Batch Bash is a short, sharp fell race in Shropshire featuring a 4.8 km course with 305m of climb. It takes place on an evening in May. Entries are available in advance or on the day.

A multi terrain 10 km run on 22 May 2026 through Parc Dinefwr, Parc Penlan and Parc le Conquet with a 90 minute cut off; entry includes cheese and wine for finishers and an optional event T shirt.

A non-stop **145 mile** towpath race from Birmingham to Little Venice, London, run under UK Athletics rules. Entry is for runners aged 20 plus, limited to 100 starters, with a 45 hour overall cut off and support options for unsupported runn..

A 26.2 mile trail marathon near Bridgend with mixed terrain, quarry and forestry sections, and a route past the Bedford ironworks. Places are limited to 60 runners and the course is marked with GPX and five feed stations.

Trail half marathon and 10K at Taunton Rugby Club on 24 May 2026, held on largely flat waymarked trails by local waterways. Chip timed event with feed stations, medical cover, event photography and wooden finisher medals.

Point to point ultramarathon across Dorset offering 100k, 50k and an 18 miles Purbeck Traverse. The mostly off road route uses marked GPX tracks, includes steep Purbeck ridges and coastal views, and requires mandatory kit and prior marathon..

A chip timed *10k* trail run on 24 May 2026 that starts and finishes at Bredon Cricket Club. The marshalled route climbs to the 299 m summit of Bredon Hill and all finishers receive a medal.

Crocodile 8 on 24 May 2026 is a hilly trail and tarmac race around Tillington and Burghill with music en route and an after-event party at Burghill Community Academy. Senior and junior distances are available.

A 26.4 km hill race from Lampeter Rugby Club with 915 m of ascent and a partially marked course. A relay team option splits the route into three legs and a £500 prize is available for anyone who breaks the course record.

An off-road race in Dursley on 25 May 2026 covering about 10.31 km with 318 m of climb, visiting Cam Peak, Cam Long Down, Uley Bury and Downham Hill. Entries are limited to 120 and handled via Entry Central.

A 5 km fell race near Pengenffordd in South Wales with about 320 m of climb and a route that requires navigational skills. Junior races are available from age 7 and the event is insured by the WFRA.

An inflatable obstacle-course run in Bristol on Saturday 30 May 2026 spanning a 5 km route. The organisers describe the 2026 edition as larger and more bouncy, with 42 recent bookings reported.

A themed Time Challenge at Dare Valley Country Park on 30 May 2026 celebrating 50 years of Rocky, with distances from 3 km up to ultramarathon and themed medals, pins, aid stations and free parking.