Trail Running calendar near Tywyn 2025-2026

Tackle the Chester Ultra 50 mile trail around Chester, linking the Sandstone Trail, Delamere Forest and Helsby Hill within a 17 hour cut off. The 2026 event is sold out and mandatory kit plus a GPS tracker are required.

Castle 2 Castle Ultra is a sold out 32 miles run from Powis Estate in Welshpool to Caffi Wylfa in Chirk, blending fast flat paths, rolling footpaths and open views. Prizes await top finishers and everyone gets a finisher plate and goodies.

Tackle a rewarding 25 mile circular walk through the Shropshire hills, starting and finishing at Minsterley Village Hall on 28 February 2026. Organised by LDWA Marches Group, this challenging route needs map and compass and is currently ful..

Run the scenic Brecon to Cardiff Ultra, a fully marked 70 km one way race along the Taff Trail on 1 March 2026. Enjoy epic views, checkpoint support and a finishers medal as you cross the line at Coleg y Cymoedd in Nantgarw.

Take on the Brecon to Cardiff Xtreme, a winter mountain trail offering a challenging 75 km ultra or a 26.2 mile marathon across rugged ridges. Navigation, big climbs and stunning upland views make this a true mountain test.

Join the St David's Day Dragon Run at Dare Valley on 1 March 2026, a relaxed seven hour challenge where you choose how many laps to run. Expect scenic trails, medals from 3 km and tasty goody bags with vegan options.

Hit the trails at Loggerheads Country Park with 5 km, 10 km and Canicross routes over riverside paths, rocky sections and a set of steps to conquer. Organised event with on site facilities and great reviews.

Tackle a scenic but testing 6.8 km fell course around Dolgarrog with 417 m of climb, hosted at Canolfan Porthlwyd. Entry on the day; minimum age 16 makes it perfect for adventurous runners.

Join the CODopoly Triple in Shropshire for a weekend of flexible running from The Unicorn Inn, with routes offering views of Ironbridge and south Telford. Pick one to three days and mix 8 mile, Half Marathon or Marathon distances to suit yo..

Join the Nant Yr Arian Silver Trail Races on 14 March 2026 in the scenic Cambrian Mountains, featuring a trail Half Marathon, 10 km and fun youth races for all ages. Organized by Aberystwyth Athletic Club, the community event supports local..

Canicross on Saturday and trail races on Sunday at the private Brynkinalt Estate in Chirk, with scenic approx 5k and 10k routes over footpaths, grass and climbs. Festival vibes, photos and results add to the experience.

Take on the Beast of the Blacks in the dramatic Black Mountains of Wales on 14 March 2026, choosing 11, 20 or 40 mile trail routes through rugged, scenic terrain. Well supported with checkpoints, vegan refuel, camping and canicross welcome..

Explore ancient trees and rolling trails in Wyre Forest on 15 March 2026 with a half marathon or a 7.6 mile Super Seven. Enjoy timed, fully marshalled courses, finishers medals and a friendly forest atmosphere with cafe and on course suppor..

Join the Dashing Dog Charity Run at Dare Valley Country Park for a 7 hour time challenge where you choose how many laps to run. Support local dog rehoming charities and enjoy scenic trails, medals and on course aid.

Finish the season with the final round of the West Glamorgan XC League at Gnoll Park, Neath on 15 March 2026, a testing 5 mile cross country hosted by Neath Harriers. Club only event with no on the day entries, registration opens 2 February..

Ras yr Aran on 28 March 2026 starts from Llanuwchllyn village hall near Bala and offers a testing 10 mile senior race with about 945 m of ascent across classic North Wales terrain. Teams and juniors welcome with limited entries.

Join the Red Warrior Challenge at Margam Country Park on 22 March 2026 for mixed terrain races offering 5K, 10K and 20K options. Solo runners and canicross teams welcome at this sixth annual celebration of trail fun and challenge.

Join a friendly, inclusive trail challenge at Moel Famau on 28 March 2026. The Piece of String race at Bwlch Penbarras is a surprise 6 to 12 km hill run with canicross first and a medal and chocolate for finishers.

Guided recce of the Glyders from Capel Curig, 15 km with 1,830 m of ascent, led in small groups by Mountain Leader qualified guides. Ideal for fell runners wanting a taste of the Paddy Buckley Round on 28 March 2026.

Join a guided recce of the Ogwen Valley to Capel Curig leg of the Paddy Buckley Round in Snowdonia on 29 March 2026. Tackle 16 km with 1,245 m of gain in small groups led by experienced mountain leaders.