Trail Running Calendar East Midlands (England) 2026-2027

Tackle the Peak District on 21 May 2026 at the Parks Life fell race in Belper Parks Recreation Ground. Choose the main 7 km route with 210 m climb or shorter junior races for U12 and U10, with on the day entries available.

A BS Category fell race in Castleton on 22 May 2026 covering 9.2 km with 427 m ascent along the Great Ridge and descending from Hollins Cross. Entry is via SiEntries, fee £8 and minimum age 18.

An evening fell race around Carsington Pasture with views of the Peak District and Carsington Water. The *9.5 km* route has 230 m of ascent, rough pasture and two road crossings; free parking and post race food are available.

Running festival at Grimsthorpe Castle Estate on 23 and 24 May 2026 offering 10, 40, 70 and 100 mile solo races and a 100 mile team relay. The marked 10 mile loop passes woodland, limestone tracks and the estate lake and includes free weeke..

Tackle a scenic 4.5 mile fell race with 305 m of climbing around Bamford in the Peak District on Monday 25 May 2026. Part of the lively Bamford sheepdog trial festival, the event pairs fast trails with rural festivities and offers pre entry..

A new fell race from Sinfin Running Club around the Chevin covering 8.9 km with 315 m of climb. The marked course uses two short loops and a figure of eight and includes some short road sections.

An in-person 8 km trail loop around Calke Abbey nature park, meeting at Ticknall Village Hall Car Park. Organised by Run 4 U and Perform Running Club, with free parking and refunds available up to one day before the event.

Trail races of 101 km and 55 km start from Bakewell Showground and cross moorland, valleys and Pennine footpath sections in the Peak District, with marked routes, outposts, GPS tracking for ultras and specified mandatory kit.

A memorial trail run of about 5.5 miles from Worksop College into Clumber Park on 31 May 2026, with marshalling, first aid support and a finisher medal. All profits are donated to Cancer Research.

A score fell race around Longstone Edge starting from The Crispin Inn in Great Longstone supporting Buxton Mountain Rescue Team. Competitors use SI timing and competition maps to collect points in a time limited score format, solo or as pai..

A 5k, 10k and junior race at Sixfields Stadium in Northampton on Sunday 31 May 2026. The start and finish are inside the stadium and the route continues on closed roads around the town.

A six hour lap based event from Braybrooke Taproom on well surfaced trails along the Griffin Trail and Brampton Valley Way, with free parking, onsite toilets and a taproom for post run refreshments.

Experience a 5 mile fell race through the beautiful limestone scenery of Calver Village. This Category B short race features 900 feet of climbing and is open to all runners aged 18 and over.

Inflatable 5K in Lincoln is an inflatable obstacle fun run at Lincoln Showground on 6 June 2026, with 2.5 km laps and options up to 15 km, music zones, a finisher's medal and on-site food and drink.

A 5k mud obstacle event at Markeaton Park where participants climb, crawl and slide around varied terrain. Organised by Cancer Research UK, the event has a fundraising target and includes on-site facilities and a Race for Life medal.

A 5 mile charity trail run in Epperstone on 9 June 2026 raising funds for The Brain Tumour Charity. The undulating course includes a short hill, offers individual and club prizes, and is limited to 375 entrants.

Scenic 10 and 20 mile off road trail races around Fotheringhay on 13 June 2026, with camping available and marked, marshalled courses. Participants are asked to bring a cup or water bottle to support eco friendly practices.

A 268 mile non stop expedition style race along the Pennine Way from Edale to Kirk Yetholm with a 156 hour time limit. Five main checkpoints offer meals, medical support and sleeping areas; entries require a fee.

A fell running event in Edale featuring a 7.6 km course with 402 m of ascent and a finish on the Edale Country Day Field. Entry includes admission to Edale Country Day and entries close on Friday 12 June.

A Peak District fell race on 16 June 2026 covering 6.8 km with 305 m of climb around Lea Green, Matlock. Entry on the day is available for £7 and juniors may run free with the main race.