Wales
Trail Running Calendar Wales 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Wales for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 190 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Wales below and join the trail community at these great events!
November 2026
A mountain fell race around Cilcain of 14.2 km with 910 m ascent, Category A with mandatory kit, limited Waterworks parking, and a staffed kit dump.
Multi terrain races at Margam Country Park on 8 Nov 2026 featuring individual and CaniX 5K, 10K and 20K events plus a 12 x 5K Countdown Ultra.
Cross country meeting at Llandaff Fields in Cardiff on 8 November 2026, with age-group, school and senior races and World Athletics Silver Label status.
Two long distance trail races on the Snowdonia Slate Trail that pass slate heritage sites, include aid stations, GPS tracking and strict mountain safety requirements.
Fully marked trail races at Margam Park including a half marathon and a 10k, running through woodland, parkland and the deer park with coastal views; entries include parking, timing, a medal and download photos.
Trail Half Marathon Wales at Margam Country Park on 14 November 2026 features fully marked forest races over 21.1 km and 10.2 km with checkpoints and included parking.
Guided 55 km run across three of Anglesey's highest tops with over 2000 m ascent, checkpoint support and guides, starting and finishing at Lligwy beach.
A 16.1 km fell race around Penmaenmawr with 594 m ascent, partial route marking and an early start option for slower runners; entry is online only (£12).
Timed lap event in Cardiff Bay offering flexible start times and distances from one 5.3 km lap up to multi lap ultra within a 7 hour limit.
The Smurf Run at Dare Valley Country Park is a seven hour Time Challenge on well maintained park paths, with distances from 3 km up to 50 km. Finishers receive themed medals, distance pins and a goody bag with vegan options.
Community Santa run at Montgomery School with 1 and 3 mile routes, optional Christmas dress, on-site refreshments and free parking; children under 14 must be accompanied.
A trail half marathon at Loggerheads Country Park with solo and teams of three relay options, varied terrain and feed stations each 7 km lap.
A 5.7 km fell race in Llanfoist with 485 m ascent, limited to 120 runners; entry fees £6/£4 and no entries on the day.
Two trail distances on 28 November 2026 around Machen, featuring wooded single track, ridgeway exposure and steep climbs. The half course is fully marked while the marathon requires self navigation with marshals at key points.
Lap-based timed event at Parc Taf Bargoed on 28 November 2026 offering flexible distances from a 5.3 km lap up to ultra, with medal and no medal entry options.
A fully marked 10km night trail run near Narberth, Pembrokeshire with light installations, fancy dress prizes, mandatory torch and phone, marshals and mobile first aid.
Final race of the 2026 RTT Series in Afan Forest offering 5 km and 10 km trail routes with chip timing, medals and water stations at Bryn Bettws Lodge.
A club organised race at Blaenwern Holiday Centre in Llanybydder on 29 November 2026 covering 6.5 miles on mixed surfaces; junior and senior categories are included and past results are archived online.
Timed lap event at Rhydycar, Merthyr Tydfil on 29 November 2026 with distances from 5 km to ultra on a certified tarmac course.