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Trail Running Calendar near Aberystwyth 2026-2027

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Explore the top trail runs near Aberystwyth for 2026-2027! We've gathered 17 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.

September 2026
Point to point trail races from Barmouth beach into Snowdonia, offering 12K, 25K and 54K options with aid stations, chip timing and a cupless policy.
A 100 mile ultramarathon along the Cambrian Way from Rhayader, Wales, on 12 September 2026, with live GPS tracking, on-route support and a finisher medal.
October 2026
Experience a multi terrain race over Pen Dinas and Constitution Hill starting from the Aberystwyth Promenade. With distances for both seniors and juniors, runners face climbs on gravel, grass, and rocky paths with coastal views.
Cadair X is a 13.1 mile mountain half marathon with 1165 m of ascent that climbs to the 893 m summit of Cadair Idris. The marked route crosses woodland, glacial lakes and technical summit terrain and a GPX file is available.
A memorial road and off road event organised by Green Events featuring a half marathon and a 12k in mountainous scenery. The race is cupless, open to those over 16, and lists online and on the day entry options.
November 2026
6 mile out and back fell race from Llanfachreth village hall, 579 m ascent to the summit, opening the Meirionnydd Winter Series and listed in the WFRA North Wales Series Final.
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.
March 2027
Trail races at Nant Yr Arian on 20 March 2027 with 25 km Half Ultra, 10 km and multiple junior distances on waymarked mountain routes.
April 2027
The HOWUM in Llanidloes on May 1, 2027 offers Full and Half event options; entries are currently marked sold out with a waitlist listed.
June 2027
Mid Wales 200 2027 is a running event in Machynlleth UK on Wed 16 Jun 2027, with published entry information, course maps, photos, reviews and results.
A 51 miles trail and mountain race in Southern Snowdonia featuring Cadair Idris, six checkpoints, mandatory kit and live GPS tracking with a 20 hour cut off.
July 2027
A navigation-free challenge in Aberystwyth where participants are blindfolded, dropped at an undisclosed point and must find their way back over set distances.
August 2027
An ultrarunning event on the Wales Coast Path from Barmouth to Cardigan with 100 mile and 100 km options, live tracking, checkpoints and a 50 hour limit.
September 2027
Divona 100 in Rhayader, LD6, UK is scheduled for Sat 11 Sep 2027 and the event listing includes entry details, reviews, discounts, photos, course maps and results.
February 2028
A 27-mile point-to-point ultra that begins with a four-mile mountain approach to the Severn source, includes two staffed checkpoints and enforces a 4.0 mph minimum pace.
A five day ultramarathon along the River Severn of roughly 220 miles with daily finisher medals, hotel accommodation, kit transfer and mandatory navigation and safety kit.
July 2028
A 47 mile ultra from Barmouth to Llanidloes largely on National Cycle Route 8. It is Day 3 of the six day MTC CYMRUN, has a limited field and a minimum pace requirement, and includes tracking and a finisher medal.
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