Trail Running calendar near Tywyn 2025-2026

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.

Run a scenic 30 mile ultra around the Rhymney Valley Ridgeway in South East Wales, with ridge top views, trails and woodland. Staffed checkpoints, no time limits and post race care make this a welcoming challenge.

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..

Tackle a 45 mile mountain ultramarathon in Snowdonia, summiting Yr Wyddfa and crossing iconic peaks for spectacular but demanding terrain. Limited to 500 entrants, this scenic challenge rewards grit and mountain skill.

Run the rugged beauty of the Shropshire Hills at Battle of the Borders, starting from Carding Mill Valley and tackling the dramatic Long Mynd ridges. Choose marathon, half marathon or 10K on waymarked, scenic but rewarding trails.

Join the Ross on Wye Riverbank Run on 6 September 2026 for scenic multi terrain 5k, 10k and a family fun 500m along the River Wye. Flat, fast course, chip timing and medals for all finishers make it perfect for racers and families alike.

Take on the Stretton Skyline, a scenic yet demanding 30.5 km fell race around Church Stretton with 1357 m of climb and panoramic Shropshire Hills views. Pre entry only, finishers enjoy a tasty goody bag.

The Montane Dragon's Back Race will take place in Conwy from Monday 7 September 2026 to Friday 11 September 2026.

Join a guided mountain run across Snowdonia on 12 September 2026, visiting 15 Welsh 3,000 ft peaks and the Crib Goch traverse. This epic 30 mile route packs about 4,000 m of ascent and is led by qualified mountain leaders.

Tackle The Relentless in Bridgend, a tough looped ultra on 18 September 2026 offering 50 miles (5 loops) or 100 miles (10 loops) with big support, crew zones and drop bag access each lap. Limited to 25 runners per distance so book early.

Run the scenic 13.1 mile 361° Abersoch Half Marathon on the Llyn Peninsula, finishing with a final kilometre across Abersoch Beach. Enjoy music, massages, beach bar and prizes plus medals and tech tees for all finishers.

Run the Pumsaint trail half marathon in Llanwrda, a scenic, hilly route through the Cothi valley that rewards effort with great views. Held each September from Pumsaint Village Hall, it is a perfect challenge for trail lovers.

Run the spectacular Wales coast on marked trails through the Gower Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with beaches, cliffs and salt marshes as your backdrop. Choose 23, 34 or 50 mile routes and enjoy checkpoints, finish food and a medal.

Race scenic trails at Margam Country Park with castle views on a 5K or 10K loop. Fully marked and marshalled with chip timing, water stations and a finisher medal, ideal for new and experienced runners.

Take on the Town to Tower 10k on 3 October 2026, an all uphill 10k from Ruthin to the Jubilee Tower atop Moel Famau. Expect varied trails, steep climbs and stunning summit views in this scenic autumn challenge.

Run the 32 mile Loop Ultra on October 10 2026 from Camp Plas toward Lake Vrynwy, a scenic fully marked trail with ranger support and just 100 spots. Camp onsite, enjoy live music and waterside activities for a festival feel after the run.

Take on Twin Peaks and Ras Consti in Aberystwyth for a coastal trail that climbs Pen Dinas and Constitution Hill. Senior race is 11.7 km with great views and junior races welcome ages 7 to 15.

Enjoy scenic autumn trails at Loggerheads Country Park with 6 km and 12 km options suitable for all abilities, including canicross. Family friendly with no time limits and early starts for quieter running.

Take on the Brenig Way 50 km trail through the Dee Valley and Clocaenog Forest, finishing on the Llyn Brenig dam. Expect technical climbs, riverside paths and full electronic timing with GPS trackers to keep you on course.