Trail Running Calendar East Midlands (England) 2025-2026

Challenge the Beast or Beastier in Bamford on 15 November 2025, two scenic fell races across the Peak District. Bat shaped anticlockwise routes climb Bamford Moor, Bamford Edge and Win Hill for a classic Hope Valley skyline run.

Experience the Hathersage Night Race, a five mile run along Stanage Edge under the stars on 19 November 2025. Finish with a pie and pea supper and a talk by a fell running author at the Outside Store, Hathersage.

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.

Run the Baslow Bolt across Peak District trails and limestone edges in a lively winter fell race. About 13.2 km and 400 m of climb, finishing at the village school to benefit local charities.

Run scenic, undulating trails around Carsington Water in a choice of a half marathon or 10K, with kilometre markers and friendly course support. Entries include chip timing, free photos and a finisher medal to celebrate your effort.

Celebrate the season with duathlons and trail runs through atmospheric Sherwood Pines on 14 December 2025. Races range from a family mile to full duathlon, with medals, festive treats and dog friendly 5 km and 10 km options.

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.

Take on a scenic 10k through the historic Rauceby Estate on 27 December 2025, winding past Rauceby Hall and parkland. Enjoy a festive post Christmas challenge on a family owned country estate with wide paths and countryside views.

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.

Experience a moonlit fell race through Dovedale's valleys and riverside trails at Moonriver Night Race on 9 January 2026. A 9.5 km course with 345m climb over rough riverside paths; bring a headtorch for a classic winter night challenge.

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.

Run the scenic Tissington Trail through the Derbyshire Dales on a traffic free former railway, choosing a half marathon or 10k across a relaxed two day weekend. Enjoy wide hill views, gentle gradients and a welcoming race vibe.

Join the 38th Charnwood Hills Race on Sunday 1 February 2026 for a scenic yet testing 14.5 mile fell run through Bradgate, Broombriggs and Beacon Hill parks with over 1,500 feet of ascent and rough underfoot. Perfect for runners who love to..