East Midlands (Engla..
Trail Running Calendar East Midlands (England) 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in East Midlands (England) for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 189 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in East Midlands (England) below and join the trail community at these great events!
September 2026
Trail races in the Peak District at Bakewell Showground offering 21.5k, 15k and 9.1k routes with riverside and estate views, chip timing, medals and on course support.
TrailFest at Holdenby House on 13 September 2026 offers traffic free trail races of 10K, half, marathon and 50 km across rolling Northamptonshire.
A multi distance walking and running event based in Hathersage with routes from 25 km to 100 miles. Teams and qualified solo entrants can self navigate or join led groups with professional Mountain Leaders.
A 40 mile ultramarathon around the Peak District starting and finishing in Buxton, following trails and roads through Goyt Valley, Mam Tor, Cave Dale and the Monsal Trail. The 40th anniversary edition is scheduled for 19 September 2026.
A half marathon along the traffic free Tissington Trail from Parsley Hay to Ashbourne with scenic views over the Derbyshire Dales. Races run on Saturday and Sunday 19 and 20 September 2026 with coaches to the start and a bespoke medal for finishers.
Two trail distances from Errwood Reservoir to the Cat & Fiddle Inn and Forest Distillery in the Peak District on 19th September 2026, with post-race gin and chocolates.
A six hour looped challenge at Sherwood Pines where runners can complete as many laps as they wish or a single lap; all finishers receive a bespoke medal.
Experience a 24 hour relay or solo challenge on a 10 km loop through the scenic Belvoir Castle Estate with on site camping and races for all ages.
Trails around Clipston offer a half marathon and a 5 mile country route over bridleways and footpaths, with elevation gain, water stations, medals and homemade cakes.
A three hour fell running score event in the Peak District where competitors choose their own route and compete solo or in pairs for league points.
Peak Raid Mountain Marathon on Sun 20 Sep 2026 is a three hour score event in the Dark Peak, Peak District. Competitors run solo or in pairs; pre-entry only, minimum age 14 with under 18s accompanied by an adult over 21.
A category B fell race in Hathersage organised by Fat Boys Running Club, about 10 km with 355 m ascent, with separate junior 2 km and 3 km races.
Mudfest at Rosliston Forest is a four hour event on a 4 km loop in Derbyshire with small fields and bespoke medals for finishers.
An evening trail music run from Ticknall Village Hall Car Park around Calke Abbey nature park, featuring a 6 to 8 km loop and free parking.
Trail running at Ladybower Reservoir on 26 September 2026 with 21K and 52K routes, marked courses, stocked aid stations and chip timing.
A new 12 miles trail race in Clumber Park on 26 September 2026 with a marshalled route, water stations, finisher medals and a three hour cut off.
A themed Time Challenge in Northampton offering distances from 3 km to ultras, themed medals, goody bags and aid stations on trails around the Washlands.
Peak District fell race on 26 Sep 2026 with a 9.7 km course rising 290 m plus a 1.5 km junior race.
A BM fell race around Wirksworth covering 13.7 km with 457 m of ascent, run on varied quarry, trail and pasture terrain under FRA licence. The route includes steep climbs, Harborough Rocks and views toward Carsington Water.
A six hour multi lap challenge at Northampton Active offering distances from 5k to ultra on 4.37 mile laps, with aid stations, a finish medal and a five piece goody bag.