Barry
Trail Running Calendar near Barry 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Barry for 2026-2027! We've gathered 75 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
Trail races at Wimbleball Lake offering one lap 5 km and 10 km routes, a canicross option, and chip timed results with marshals and a feed station.
A fell race near Machen covering 7 km with 365 m ascent, held with on the day entry and registration at Machen Welfare Ground.
September 2026
A new 15 mile trail event in September 2026 on the Rhymney Valley Ridgeway Walk, with 2,267 ft of ascent, mostly off-road terrain, one fully stocked checkpoint and organised entry support from Rudry to Parc Penalta.
Timed lap event at Parc Taf Bargoed on 12 September 2026 offering distances from 5 km up to ultra with a 7 hour time limit.
A 12km canitrail and trail run at Halo Ogmore Valley Life Centre in aid of PAPYRUS on 13 September 2026, entry £26, dogs welcome.
A 23 mile trail race across the Quantock Hills pitting runners against horses, with a Pegasus Challenge four person relay in Over Stowey on 19 September 2026.
Trail race in the Doone Valley, Exmoor covering 16 km (10 miles) with hilly terrain, chip timing, a finishers' medal and a 250 runner limit.
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 fell running race in Caerphilly on 26 September 2026 featuring a 9.5 km course with 336 m of climb, partially marked and with a short walk from parking to the start.
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 coastal 10 km race along the North Somerset shoreline, passing Black Nore Lighthouse and Redcliffe Bay. The mixed terrain route includes grass, mud, rocks and tarmac with undulating sections and a seafront finish.
October 2026
Test your endurance on a 9 mile mixed terrain loop with an 8 hour time limit to complete as many laps as possible in Bridgend.
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 trail half marathon in the Quantock Hills with a 21.2 km route and 839 m ascent, limited to 300 runners and featuring chip timing, waymarked route and on course feed stations.
Trail running and ruck options at Ashton Court Estate with 6k, 10k and half marathon distances and supplied GORUCK backpacks.
A new 50 mile LDWA qualifier in October 2026 around Crowcombe with two loops through the Brendon Hills and Quantocks; the event and waiting list are full.
A seven hour Time Challenge at Dare Valley Country Park offering distances from 3km to 50km, themed finisher medals and distance pins, on course aid with vegan options, and basic venue facilities including toilets and free parking.
Join the Aberfan Memorial Run in Merthyr Tydfil to honour the 1966 victims and support the Aberfan Memorial Charity. Choose 5 km to ultra on a scenic tarmac loop along the Taff Trail with flexible start times and official timing.