Trail Running Calendar East Midlands (England) 2026-2027

A ladies only trail half marathon in Sutton Scarsdale following a scenic out and back route under the April full moon. Enjoy campfire refreshments and a supportive atmosphere while raising funds for Women’s Aid.

A 54 mile circular ultra and a 26.2 mile marathon section based at Brixworth Country Park, combining trails, roads and canal towpath with waymarking, checkpoint support and real time GeoTracks tracking.

Take on the Rosebud Marathon, a 26.2 mile stretch of the Rose of the Shires Ultra through scenic Northamptonshire trails, roads and canal tow path. Enjoy waymarked routes, on site support, a finisher medal and prizes for top runners.

A county-versus-county out-and-back on the traffic-free Brampton Valley Way, offering a 14-mile one-way or a 28-mile ultra with timing mats, midpoint splits, and a county-level result comparison.

A scenic *10 km* trail race in the Nene Valley on 12 April 2026, starting and finishing at KC Active, Kings Cliffe. The circular, fully marked course uses easy tracks and includes a staffed aid station; entries handled via SiEntries.

A short fell race in Wirksworth that climbs to a trig point and returns over trails and fields. The main course is about 6.9 km and there are separate short and junior races for younger runners.

Herod Farm Fell Race is a classic mid-week fell run. The course covers 3 miles with 1,100ft of ascent. Race HQ at Jubilee House offers parking, toilets, and post-race refreshments.

A 230 km trail challenge over 75 hours on the Pennine Bridleway with GPX navigation, two indoor checkpoints offering hot meals and sleeping space, and a small capped field with finish medals and trophies.

Trail runs at Thoresby Park on 18 April 2026 across over 1,000 acres, with distances from a 2km family run to a half marathon. Canicross entries and Nordic walkers are welcome; finishers receive merchandise, a medal, and a snack.

A Castleton based trail event on 18 April 2026 offering 70 km and 35 km courses around the central Peak District, with entries via SiEntries and support for Peak District National Park Foundation projects.

An inflatable obstacle 5K at Donington Park in Derby on Saturday 18 April 2026, presented as a larger, bouncier 2026 edition with recent booking activity.

Backyard Ultra at Delapre Abbey in Northampton offers solo, pairs or an 8 loop option on 4.167 mile (6.7 km) hourly loops. Entry fees range from £85 to £225.

A 9 km fell race in the Peak District, starting from Kettleshulme Village Hall. The event supports the local primary school. Pre-entry is required.

A six mile self guided trail race around the Linacre Reservoirs, starting and finishing at Wadshelf Village Hall. The runnable loop features bluebell woods, waterside trails and one steeper climb, with entry fees set at £5 for UKA members a..

Marathon and half marathon along the traffic free Tissington Trail in Derbyshire. The out and back course climbs to Parsley Hay then returns to Ashbourne Leisure Centre, with route maps and GPX files available.

Bleaklow Blitz is an AM fell race on 26 April 2026 that runs from Torside Reservoir up the Pennine Way to Bleaklow Head and back, covering 12.9 km with 452 m of ascent.

A fell running event in Hayfield on 26 April 2026 covering 15.4 km (9.6 miles). Entry is £12, entrants must be at least 18, and race numbers with timing chips are collected on the day.

A multi-terrain 5 km race at Fineshade Wood on Sunday 26 April 2026 as Race 1 of the Northants 5K Series. The event includes bespoke finish medals, a virtual completion option with posted medals, and ANPR cashless parking.

Waymarked trail races in Castleton offering short and long routes across the Great Ridge and Mam Tor with a small wave start system and post-race bakery refreshments. Participants must be 18 or older and the long course carries mandatory ki..

A four hour endurance run on a 5.3 km circuit around New Mills held at Millers Bar on 3 May 2026. Runners complete as many laps as they can and finish with a gong and a postrace drink.