Trail Running Calendar East Midlands (England) 2025-2026

Run the Hathersage Night Race in November, a 5 mile 8 km course over Stanage Edge in the Peak District with about 400 m of climb. Pre entry only, head torch and full FRA kit required, with an optional pie and pea supper and post race talk a..

Experience the Petzl Night Trails 10K at Salcey Forest under torchlight. Tackle a two lap trail, bring a head torch, enjoy Petzl demos, canicross starts and post race hot drinks plus a medal or tree token.

Tackle the Peak District in Ranger Ultras Peak District South & North, a two day trail event from Edale through scenic White Peak and rugged Dark Peak. Choose a single stage or the full 93 km challenge with on course support and finishers m..

Run the Sherwood Christmas 10k, 5k or Junior Run through scenic undulating trails at Sherwood Pines. Enjoy festive fun, a best dressed Santa contest and prizes while supporting Shelter.

Take on the Baslow Bolt, a 13 km Peak District fell race with 400 m of climb on Sat 29 Nov 2025, starting and finishing at St Anne's Church. Enjoy a well marked route, post race refreshments and a village atmosphere supporting the local sch..

Tackle the classic Famous Grouse Fell Race in the Peak District on Sunday 30 November 2025, a sharp 8.4 km route with 335 m of climb around Birch Vale. Entry on the day, limited field for a proper fell race atmosphere.

Take on the scenic Carsington Water Half Marathon or 10K on Saturday 6 December 2025, running undulating reservoir trails with marked kilometres. Enjoy chip timing, a finisher medal, post race goodies and a lively event village.

Tackle the classic Gravy Pud fell race in the Peak District Sun 7 Dec 2025, an 8 km / 5 miles route with 305 m climb that visits rugged moorland and finishes at the Bulls Head in Tintwistle. A lively community event for experienced runners.

Tackle a scenic 3 hour mountain marathon across the Peak District moors, solo or in pairs with junior entries available. Pre entry only for this natural terrain challenge, with waterproof maps and post race hot drinks and flapjack.

Celebrate the season at Sherwood Pines on 14 December 2025 with duathlons, new 5km and 10km trail runs and a family mile. Canicross friendly routes, relay options and festive medals with mince pies and drinks make it fun for all.

Join the Salcey Forest Christmas Race on 14 December 2025 for 10k, 5k or a 1.2km junior fun run on mostly flat forest trails. Fancy dress, festive prizes and bespoke medals, with proceeds supporting Shelter.

Take on the NAV4 Tour de Helvellyn, a winter ultra of about 38 miles and 2000 m of climbing starting and finishing at Askham Community Centre. This low support unmarked route demands strong mountain navigation and self reliance.

Run a scenic 10k around the historic Rauceby Estate on 27 December, winding through parkland surrounding the Grade II listed Rauceby Hall. A festive post Christmas challenge set in 2,000 acres of rolling countryside.

Tackle an undulating winter cross country on Sunday 28 December 2025 at Acresford Sand and Gravel in Huncote, featuring Croft Hill and a stream for a scenic but testing 10K. Junior one and two lap races share the same start and finish.

Experience a winter trail half marathon on Saturday 3 January 2026 around Sutton Spring Wood and the Five Pits Trail, finishing back at Race HQ. Expect dusk running, a Wolf Moon medal and post race cake and hot drinks by the campfire.

Moonriver Night Race lights up Dovedale valley in the Peak District on 9 January 2026, a 9.5 km route with 345 m of climb over riverside trail, fields and woodland. Limited to 250 runners, entries are pre entry only so book early.

Take on the Montane Winter Spine, a continuous 268 mile winter race along the Pennine Way from Edale to Kirk Yetholm with a 168 hour limit. Expect harsh winter weather and strict qualification rules for this epic endurance test.

The Northampton 10K is a well-organized running event held at Northampton Racecourse Park, featuring a 2.2 km start followed by three laps around the racecourse. The course is accurately measured and takes place on pathway terrain, offering..

Kick off the year with the Sherwood New Year 10k, 5k and Junior Run through scenic, undulating forest trails at Sherwood Pines. Expect a bespoke finisher medal, free photos and a friendly, multi terrain race atmosphere.

Join The Dirt Run, a two round multi terrain series in Northamptonshire with trails, paths and a muddy hill to conquer. Choose 5 km to 15 km routes and collect a custom finisher medal amid scenic parkland.