Trail Running Calendar East Midlands (England) 2024-2025

The Tissington Trail Half Marathon & 10k is a scenic running event set in the picturesque Derbyshire countryside, organized by Nice Work Race Management. This popular race features an out-and-back route along the traffic-free Tissington Trail, offering a gentle climb through the stunning Peak Distri..

The Charnwood Hills Race, organized by the Bowline Climbing Club, is a challenging fell race set to take place on February 2, 2025. The course spans approximately 14.5 miles, featuring over 1,500 feet of ascent through scenic areas such as Bradgate, Broombriggs, and Beacon Hill Country Parks. Limite..

The Winter Bash is a 10-mile trail race set in the scenic South Derbyshire countryside, offering a winter twist on the popular Brooksie's Bash event. Participants will navigate the course themselves, with a clear map and written directions provided, along with a GPX file for tech-savvy runners. This..

The Unstone Undulator is an exciting new trail race set in the picturesque landscapes of Unstone and Dronfield, Derbyshire. This six-mile loop offers participants a scenic experience through forests and fields, featuring challenging climbs and smooth descents. The race is self-guided, with runners p..

The Doctors Gate fell race is a challenging 12.7-mile event set in the scenic landscape of Old Glossop. Participants will navigate a route that includes nearly 3000 feet of ascent, starting and finishing at the Queen's Arms. The course follows the historic packhorse route, connecting with the Pennin..

The Dirt Run at Irchester Country Park, part of the Wellingborough Multi Terrain Series, offers a thrilling winter trail running experience. Runners can choose from three distances: 5K, 10K, or 15K for Round 1, which features a scenic course through the Jurassic landscape. Round 2 takes place at Bri..

The Badger Challenge is a unique running event held at Beacon Hill Country Park, offering participants a rewarding experience with stunning views. This 6-hour event allows runners of all abilities to complete as many 5k laps as they wish within the time limit, making it suitable for both competitive..

The Pitsford Water Trail Races, organized by Race Harborough, feature fully marked and marshaled trail races over 10k and half marathon distances. Set in the scenic Northamptonshire countryside, the event starts and finishes at Brixworth Country Park, offering participants a chance to experience bea..

The Elephant Challenge is a unique running event held at the scenic Salcey Forest in England. Participants can run, hike, or walk as many 5k laps as they wish within a 6-hour time limit, making it suitable for all fitness levels. The course features well-maintained pathways, primarily off-road, allo..

The Lincoln Marabank is a running event organized by Vigilantes Maravan CIC, set to take place on March 8, 2025, at Burton Waters near Lincoln. This inclusive event welcomes runners of all abilities, offering a flat, traffic-free course along the historic Fossdyke canal. Participants can run for up ..

The Lincoln Marabank is a running event organized by Vigilantes Maravan CIC, set to take place at Burton Waters near Lincoln. This event caters to runners of all abilities, offering a unique opportunity to tackle various distances, including half marathons, marathons, and ultra marathons, on a flat,..

The Grindleford Gallop is a scenic running event covering 34 km with an ascent of 825 meters, taking participants through the picturesque villages of Grindleford, Froggatt, Eyam, Great Longstone, Edensor, and Baslow. The course features stunning landmarks such as the Riley Graves and Chatsworth Park..

The Ranger Ultras PB18km Trail Run is a low-key yet enjoyable trail running event set in the scenic Peak District, taking place on March 15, 2025. Participants can choose their start time within a flexible window, allowing for a personalized experience whether running solo or with friends. The cours..

The Ranger Ultras PB55km Ultra is a trail running event set along the scenic Pennine Bridleway, starting from the historic village of Hayfield. Scheduled for March 15, 2025, this low-key race emphasizes enjoyment and value, allowing participants to choose their pace and style. The course features a ..

The Sherwood Pines Half Marathon is part of a larger event that includes a marathon, 10K, and a junior race, all set in the scenic Sherwood Pines forest. This race caters to runners of all abilities, making it an excellent choice for both novices and experienced athletes. The half marathon features ..

The Trails of Mena is a trail running event taking place in Derbyshire, featuring a half marathon and a full marathon. The course offers a scenic combination of tracks, maintained trails, fields, and woodlands, designed to provide a runnable experience with some challenging ups and downs. Participan..

The Ranger Ultras PB270km Trail Challenge is an exciting multi-day trail running event scheduled for April 2-6, 2025. Participants will tackle a challenging 270km course through stunning landscapes, including The Peak District and North Yorkshire moors, with a total ascent of 6628 meters. The event ..

The Rosebud Marathon is a scenic 26.2-mile race that takes participants through the picturesque Northamptonshire countryside, featuring a mix of trails, roads, and canal towpaths. Approximately 60% of the route is on trails, while the remaining 40% is on roads. The event starts in Hartwell and finis..

The Rose of the Shires Ultra Marathon is a challenging 54-mile race set in the picturesque Northamptonshire countryside. This circular route, starting and finishing at Brixworth Country Park, features approximately 70% trails and 30% roads, showcasing stunning landscapes, including two country parks..

The Monsal Trail April Half Marathon & 10K is a scenic running event set in the picturesque Peak District, organized by Nice Work Race Management. Participants can enjoy a traffic-free course that follows a former railway line, featuring stunning views, four railway tunnels, and the iconic Monsal Vi..