Newport
Trail Running Calendar near Newport 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Newport for 2026-2027! We've gathered 138 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
A 20 km multi terrain fell race across the Mendips with 420 m climb, varied terrain features and charity support; cupless event with water points and age category prizes.
A 9.6 km fell race with 485 m ascent near Abergavenny on 31 October 2026; full WFRA kit is required and parking at the pub is very limited.
Timed lap event at Barry Sidings Country Park with flexible start times, distances from 5 km to ultra on a tarmac out and back course and a medal or no medal option.
November 2026
Approximately 7 mile multi-terrain race from Risca Leisure Centre to Twmbarlwm and back, with about 1000 ft ascent; entries listed via Entry Central.
Three trail races around Talybont-on-Usk in the Brecon Beacons on 7 November 2026, from a 49-mile ultra to a 13-mile half, with substantial elevation and ITRA/UTMB indexing.
A 30 mile trail ultra in the Brecon Beacons on technical paths, with four checkpoints, compulsory kit requirements, and a six hour cut-off at the third checkpoint.
A ten mile cross country race in Chipping Sodbury with muddy, varied terrain and water obstacles. Held on Remembrance Sunday and preceded by a commemorative silence, it draws around 1300 runners.
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.
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.
A 60 lap run at Queen Square marking men’s mental health month and raising funds for Talk Club in Bristol.
A Movember charity run at Ashton Court Park offering 1.5k, 5k, 10k and half marathon options with chip timing, medals and headbands, mixed path and trail terrain, some hilly sections, and on course refreshments.
Trail races from Bath Racecourse with a two lap hilly half and a one lap Ultra 10km actual 12.45km, raising funds for local charities.
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.
An off road hill race around Brent Knoll of about 6 miles with steep climbs, muddy trails and a summit circuit, offering age prizes and a unique finisher medal.
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.
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.
Timed lap event at Rhydycar, Merthyr Tydfil on 29 November 2026 with distances from 5 km to ultra on a certified tarmac course.
December 2026
Part of a 12 Days of Christmas series at Pengethley Manor in Ross on Wye offering 5k, 10k, half marathon, marathon and ultra distances on a tough off road loop. Runners and walkers have seven hours to complete their chosen distance with virtual optio..