Welshpool
Trail Running Calendar near Welshpool 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Welshpool for 2026-2027! We've gathered 43 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
A capped 32 mile trail event from Camp Plas in the Cambrian Mountains with marked routes, support checkpoints, on-site camping and mandatory kit checks.
An untimed 5k and 10k adventure run at Lyons Lane Motocross LTD in Shrewsbury on October 17, 2026. The course uses a MotoX track and includes brook crossings, hill climbs, a mud crawl and a water slide finish.
Five-mile Mercia Handicap fell race at Plush Hill with a 500 m ascent, FRA-mandated kit checks, handicap starts by estimated time and a £10 payment on race day.
November 2026
An evening trail run in Llandegla Forest on 6 November 2026 covering 6.4 km with 229 m climb; partially marked course, compulsory headtorch and kit, £5 entry on the day.
A provisional WFRA fell race on 15 November 2026, covering 8.1 km with 762 m ascent, mandatory WFRA kit and a 1 hour 15 minute cut off at Ashes Hollow.
Point to point time trial from Little Stretton to Stiperstones on 29 November 2026 with entry on the day, required navigational skills, and fees £8 adult £2 junior.
December 2026
A 6.4 km forest race at Llandegla with 229 m climb, compulsory headtorch and safety kit, and entry on the day only for a £5 fee.
Winter endurance on The Wrekin: cover 160 miles and 47,000 ft of ascent in 48 hours; entry requires prior 100 mile experience and places are limited.
A 14.5 km fell race in Cardington with 793 m ascent, a marked and marshalled route, mandatory FRA kit, and water available only at the finish.
An 8 km trail in Llangollen on 11 December 2026 with 244 m climb; the course is partially marked and a good head torch is essential.
A 24 hour out-and-back ultra from Llanbenwch campsite with solo or two to four person team entries and three distance options up to 98 km.
Boxing Day fell event near Minsterley with a 4.8 km course climbing 244 m, open to runners and walkers; entry fees support Severn Hospice.
January 2027
A looped, exactly 5k multi terrain race from the Caravan Park and Cafe at Llanbenwch near Ruthin with electronic timing, medals and countryside views.
The Holly Challenge on 23 January 2027 offers 5K, 10K, half marathon and marathon on the lanes of Lightmoor Nature Reserve near Telford. Entries are limited to 50 places and all finishers receive a medal.
February 2027
Trail races at Carding Mill Valley, Church Stretton with 10K, half and full marathon options across The Long Mynd and National Trust land.