Trail Running Calendar Wales 2026-2027

A 12 hour Backyard Ultra on a 4.2 mile loop near Crickhowell in the Black Mountains. The final lap is run in reverse as a sprint to decide male and female winners; medals are awarded for 32 miles or more.

Multi-distance triathlons in Llanberis combining lake swims, laps on a 28 mile bike circuit, lake-run laps and a mountain section up and down Yr Wyddfa. Solo and 2–4 person relay entries available; support crews required for ultra events.

A short beach race along Abersoch beach on 19 September 2026 that mixes hard and soft sand and several groynes. Finishers receive a zinc alloy medal and winners earn cash prizes including a course record bonus.

Ras Pedol Peris is an AL Welsh fell race in Eryri near Llanberis on 19 September 2026, visiting major summits including Snowdon. Two course options are offered: a full 28 km with 2600 m ascent and a half 14 km with 1350 m ascent.

A 15.5 km fell race with 840 m of climb near Glyntawe. The route includes exposed ridges and technical sections so advanced navigation and mountain skills are required.

A scenic, hilly trail half marathon in the Cothi valley near Pumsaint, offering a 13 mile race, a 6.5 mile alternative and a kids race, based at Pumsaint Village Hall on 20 September 2026.

The Porthkerry 5MT is a five mile mixed terrain race in Porthkerry Country Park, offering coastal views and diverse surfaces. The 2026 edition marks the race's 20th anniversary and includes the South Wales Regional Trail Championship.

A multi day continuous 286 km mountain race across Wales with over 11,000 metres of ascent. Enter solo or in teams of three or six; the course links Llanberis, Yr Wyddfa, Cadair Idris and Pen y Fan with five supported checkpoints.

Three coastal trail races on 26 September 2026 around the Gower Peninsula offer routes of 50, 34 and 23 miles along cliffs, bays and coastal paths. The event is self navigated with checkpoints, GPS tracking and coach transfers to starts.

A functional fitness race at Neath Sports Centre on 26 September 2026 featuring ten Xercises plus running, with Solo, Doubles, and Relay categories and standard and LITE weight divisions.

A Category B Medium fell run of 11.6 km with 425 m ascent around Glyn Ceiriog on 26 September 2026. Entry is £6 on the day and runners should expect to carry WFRA recommended kit while refreshments and changing facilities are available.

Guto Nyth Bran is a fell race on 26 September 2026 at Bedwas Community Hall covering 9.6 km with 396 m of climb. The course is partially marked, includes a short walk from parking, and is for entrants over 18.

A fully waymarked sea to summit ultramarathon from Caernarfon Castle to Rhyd Ddu, covering 29 miles with about 5600 ft of ascent. Professional mountain safety and medical teams support runners and finisher medals form part of the Sea to Sum..

Trail race at Margam Country Park offering 5 km and 10 km routes through woodland with castle views. The event features chip timing, water stations, a finisher's medal and parking included with entry.

A fell race near Criggion covering 11.5 km with 790 m of ascent on a partially marked course that requires navigational skills. Entry is £8 and teams may enter free of charge.

A lap-based ultra in Bridgend where runners repeat a nine mile loop to cover as much distance as possible inside an eight hour time limit. The mixed terrain course includes a steep hill, road views and a technical forest descent.

A 7 hour Time Challenge at Dare Valley Country Park with flexible distances from 3 km to ultramarathon options. Finishers receive a themed medal, distance pins and refreshments including doughnuts and ice cream.

A short fell race on Fan Fawr covering 3.2 km with 305 m of climb, requiring experience and navigational skills. Entry is on the day only for £2; minimum age over 16 and junior races to be confirmed.

An uphill only 10 km from Ruthin to the Jubilee Tower on Moel Famau, featuring mixed terrain and a summit finish above 550 m; transport back to town can be purchased on site.

A 32 mile trail through the Cambrian Mountains from Camp Plas near Dolanog, capped at 100 runners and fully marked with checkpoints and a 14 hour cut off. The weekend includes on-site camping, catering, live music and lakeside activities.