Trail Running Calendar East Midlands (England) 2025-2026

The NAV4 Lakes Mountain 40 is a challenging mountain running event set to take place in the stunning Lake District, featuring a route that includes the summits of Loadpot, High Street, Helvellyn, and Place Fell. This 12th edition of the race covers approximately 40 miles with significant elevation g..

The Tissington Trail Marathon and Half Marathon is a scenic running event set in the picturesque Derbyshire countryside, utilizing a former railway line that runs from Ashbourne to Buxton. The race features a 13-mile route that is traffic-free and slightly downhill on the return, making it suitable..

The Bleaklow Blitz will take place in Glossop on Sunday 27 April 2025.

The Bat Challenge is an exciting running event hosted by Big Bear Events, set in the scenic Beacon Hill Country Park. Participants can enjoy a unique experience of running during both daylight and darkness, as the event spans six hours. Runners can choose to complete as many 5k laps as they wish, ma..

The Dukeries 30 / 40 is a scenic running event set in the heart of Sherwood Forest, featuring two distance options of 30 and 40 miles. This circular loop is designed for both novice and experienced trail runners, providing a safe and supported environment to enjoy the beautiful landscapes of Notting..

The Linacre Loop is a six-mile trail race set in the picturesque Derbyshire countryside, featuring the stunning Linacre Reservoirs. This self-guided event allows participants to navigate through scenic woodland trails and muddy fields, with a mix of runnable paths and a challenging climb towards the..

The Kinder Downfall is a challenging fell race taking place in the picturesque Hayfield area, covering a distance of 9.6 miles with an elevation gain of 1970 feet. This event is part of the Hayfield Championship series and is designed for runners aged 18 and over. Registration is conducted online, w..

The Trident Grantham Triathlon is set to take place on May 5, 2025, at the Grantham Meres Leisure Centre. This classic sprint triathlon aims to revitalize a cherished local tradition, previously organized by SBR Events, now under the management of Trident Sports Events. Participants can expect a wel..

The Spire Ultra is a 33-mile trail race set in the picturesque countryside surrounding Chesterfield, now in its 9th year. The route primarily follows the Chesterfield Round Walk, showcasing a variety of landscapes, including high moorland, ancient woodlands, and rolling farmland. Participants will e..

The Shires and Spires Marathon will take place in Naseby on Sunday 11 May 2025. You can run between 10 and 35 miles.

The Shires and Spires Ultra Marathon is a scenic 54-mile running event set in Northamptonshire, featuring a mix of approximately 70% trails and 30% roads. Starting and finishing at Naseby Village Hall, the race offers five distance options, including an ultra marathon, marathon, three-quarter marath..

The Hayfield May Queen Fell Race is a popular event held in mid-May as part of the Hayfield May Queen festivities. Covering a distance of 3 miles with a climb of 700 feet, the race starts and finishes at the Scout Hut. It is open to runners aged 12 and over, adhering to the rules set by the Fell Run..

The Trent Valley Ultra is a scenic 50k running event set to take place in Nottinghamshire, featuring a picturesque route through charming villages, utilizing footpaths, bridleways, and minor roads. Participants can expect strategically placed checkpoints every 6-8 miles to keep them refreshed. The e..

The Run Rabbit Trail Festival is a multi-distance trail running event organized by Race Harborough, set in the scenic Deene Park Estate near Corby. Scheduled for May 17-18, 2025, the festival features various challenges, including the Trail Mix Challenge (25k), Headlight Hop (10k), and Thump Trail H..

The Youlgrave Pommie Panter Fell Race is a traditional event set in the scenic Peak District, featuring a challenging 5.8-mile route with an elevation gain of 876 feet. The race is designed for runners with some navigation skills, as it includes rough trails, open fields, and technical sections. Lim..

The Grim Reaper Ultra Marathon is a multi-distance running event set in the picturesque Grimsthorpe Castle Estate in South Lincolnshire, scheduled for May 24-25, 2025. Participants can choose from four solo distances: 10, 40, 70, and 100 miles, along with team relay options for the longer distances...

The Gerald Story Memorial Fun Run is an annual 5.5-mile trail run held in Clumber Park, starting from Worksop College. This event honors Gerald Story, a founding member of the Worksop Harriers, and aims to raise funds for Cancer Research. Participants must be at least 16 years old, and the course is..

The Calver Peak will take place in Calver on Wednesday 4 June 2025. You can run 8 kilometers.

The Up the Nab Fell Race is an exciting running event scheduled for June 4, 2025, starting from Glossop Rugby Club in Charlesworth. This race features a challenging 3.1-mile hilly route, attracting both men and women participants. Online entries are available for £6.00 plus a booking fee, with on-th..

The Carsington Hill Race is an evening fell race scheduled for June 6, 2025, organized by Friends of St Margaret’s in support of village facilities. The race covers a distance of 9.5 km (6 miles) with an ascent of 267 meters, traversing varied terrain that includes ancient mined landscapes and moder..