Porthcawl
Trail Running Calendar near Porthcawl 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Porthcawl for 2026-2027! We've gathered 67 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
November 2026
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.
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.
Experience a 10 mile multi terrain trail run through the scenic woods of Pembrey Country Park and across the firm sands of Cefn Sidan Beach.
A 13.6 km cross country race on steep coastal paths in North Devon, organised by Ilfracombe Running Club and held in late November with limited entries.
Timed multi-lap event at Parc Taf Bargoed offering distances from a single 5.3 km lap up to an ultra, with bespoke medals and a no medal entry option.
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 lap based road event at Rhydycar, Merthyr Tydfil, on a 5.3 km AUKCM certified tarmac circuit along the Taff Trail. Runners choose how many laps to complete within a seven hour limit and can opt for a no medal entry.
December 2026
Festive family-friendly 2.5 km and 5 km runs at Dare Valley Country Park with medals, goody bags, refreshments and free parking.
A 7 hour Time Challenge at Dare Valley Country Park in Aberdare offering distances from 5 km to ultra, themed medals, a bobble hat and on-course aid stations.
Timed lap based run at Barry Sidings Country Park offering distances from 5 km to ultra on a 5.3 km tarmac lap with a 7 hour limit.
January 2027
A seven hour time challenge at Dare Valley Country Park offering distances from 3 km to 50 km, with medals, aid stations and vegan goody bags.
February 2027
A one way, fully marked 70k ultramarathon along the Taff Trail from Brecon to Nantgarw. The route moves from mountain landscapes to former industrial valleys and includes coach transfer to the start, checkpoints and live GPS tracking.