Trail Running Calendar East Midlands (England) 2026-2027

Experience a scenic circular trail run through the Derbyshire countryside on tracks and woodland paths. Choose between a full marathon or a 20 mile route starting from North Wingfield with full checkpoint support.

Experience the scenery of the Peak District with 7 km or 13.5 km trail races starting and finishing in Bakewell. Enjoy a waved start and celebrate your finish with a local beer and pudding at Thornbridge Brewery.

Test your navigation skills in this Category A long fell race across the high and exposed terrain of the Edale Skyline. Experience is required for this unmarked course through potentially harsh winter conditions.

Experience an evening trail run through Salcey Forest with this dedicated 10k event. Light up the night with your head torch on a flat two lap course featuring dedicated waves for runners and canicross teams.

Join this flexible six hour challenge in Salcey Forest and run as many 3.5 mile laps as you like. Whether you aim for a 5k or an ultramarathon, this off road event welcomes runners, walkers, and canicross participants.

Enjoy a flexible 6 hour timed challenge at Salcey Forest where you choose your own distance. Complete as many 3.5 mile laps as you like on scenic forest trails with options for canicross and rucking.

Experience a unique traffic free run through railway tunnels and across the Monsal viaduct in the heart of the Peak District with choices of 10k and half marathon distances.

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.

Explore Northamptonshire's countryside on a 54-mile ultra marathon loop from Brixworth Country Park. For those preferring a shorter distance, the Rosebud Marathon covers the final 26.2 miles of the route. Relay team options are also availab..

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.

Represent Leicestershire or Northamptonshire in this unique 28 mile ultra marathon along the flat and traffic free Brampton Valley Way featuring two historic tunnels.

Experience a scenic 10k trail race through the rolling Northamptonshire countryside and disused railway tracks. This eco friendly event features a fully marked circular route starting and finishing in Kings Cliffe.

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 230km multi day trail challenge from Edale to Kirkby Stephen with 6162m of ascent and a 75 hour time limit. Enjoy iconic scenery with indoor checkpoints, hot meals, and a personal drop bag service.

Thoresby Park Longhorn Trail on 18 April 2026 offers routes from a family 2 km up to a half marathon across a largely flat 1,000 acre estate with historic house, wildlife and live chip timing. Nordic walkers and canicross participants are w..

Celebrate the anniversary of the Peak District National Park with a 35km or 70km journey from Castleton. Open to runners and walkers, this event supports local conservation while showcasing the regions diverse landscapes.

Experience a unique obstacle run at Donington Park featuring a series of large inflatable structures. This 5k event offers a bouncy course designed for teams and individuals to navigate through a variety of inflatable challenges.

Test your endurance at Delapre Abbey with this Backyard Ultra format. Run 6.7 km loops every hour as a solo competitor, in a pair, or as part of a fixed eight loop challenge until only one runner remains.

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.