Trail Running Calendar East Midlands (England) 2026-2027

A ladies-only trail half marathon under the April Pink Moon. This scenic out-and-back route through Sutton Springs Wood and the Five Pits Trail is challenging and supports a Women's Aid charity. Finish with a medal, cake, and drinks by a ca..

Trail races around Carsington Water on 4 April 2026 offering a half marathon and a 10K with marked kilometres, marshals and an event village with food and partner giveaways.

Join the Alan Kirk Memorial Lad's Leap on Sun 5 Apr 2026 in Crowden near Woodhead for a testing 9.5 km moorland race with 518 m of ascent and spectacular Peak District views. Teams welcome and entries available on the day.

Rose of the Shires Ultra The Rose of the Shires Ultra is a 54-mile circular ultra marathon in Northamptonshire. The route starts and finishes at Brixworth Country Park and passes through countryside, villages, towns, and two country parks...

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.

An out-and-back ultra along the traffic-free Brampton Valley Way with a county-versus-county scoring format, feed stations, two dark tunnels, and a 7 hour cut-off. Entries limited to 100 starters from each end.

This 10K trail race explores the scenic, rolling countryside of the Nene Valley. The friendly event features a fully marked and marshaled loop course starting in Kings Cliffe. Participants are encouraged to bring their own water bottles and..

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.

Take on a midweek Peak District challenge at Herod Farm: a scenic but testing 3 mile route with 340 m of climb. Pre entry is £6 or £10 on the night; registration runs 18:15 to 19:15.

The PB230 Trail Challenge is a 230km journey along the Pennine Bridleway with 75 hours to finish. It offers indoor checkpoints with hot meals and sleeping space, traversing the scenic uplands of the Peak District, Yorkshire, and Cumbria. En..

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 Peak District's birthday with a run or hike through its central landscapes. Choose between a 70km or 35km journey starting from Castleton. The event supports the Peak District National Park Foundation.

Challenge yourself on this 9 km Peak District fell race with 320 m of climb, starting from Kettleshulme Village Hall. Join the community and support Kettleshulme Primary School as all profits go to the school.

A marathon and half marathon on the traffic free Tissington Trail in Derbyshire on 26 April 2026, using a 13 mile former railway route between Ashbourne and Buxton. Advance and on the day entry options are noted.

A challenging fell race on the Pennine Way. Cover 12.9 km with 452 m of climb to Bleaklow Head and back. Records show a fast course for those seeking a competitive test.

A classic fell race in the Peak District, the Kinder Downfall covers 15.4km with 600m of ascent. Full FRA kit and previous fell running experience are mandatory for this BM-category event. The race starts and registers in Hayfield village.

A multi terrain *5 km* race at Fineshade Wood on 26 April 2026 set in Northamptonshire woodlands. Finishers receive a bespoke medal and a virtual completion option is available.

Run scenic trails in the Peak District starting from historic Castleton. Choose between a 6.5km or 13.1km fully waymarked course with a flexible morning start. Finish with award winning local bakery treats.

The Mad Miller is a four-hour endurance run on a 5.3km circuit past New Mills' landmarks. Runners complete as many laps as possible before celebrating at the finish with a gong and a drink.

A waymarked annual trail event in Sherwood Forest offering 30 mile and 40 mile clockwise loops that pass Cresswell Crags, Clumber Park and the Welbeck area, with aid stations and a 10.5 hour cut off.