Trail Running Calendar East Midlands (England) 2025-2026

The Wingerworth Wobble is a 4.66 mile trail race through fields woods and rolling hills in Derbyshire. Expect a marked course, a runnable hill finish, a finisher medal and refreshments while supporting local causes.

Choose a 10k or half marathon and enjoy scenic trails around Pitsford Water starting and finishing at Brixworth Country Park on 1 March 2026. Fully marked and marshaled routes include village passages and a few stiles on the half for a rewa..

Join Scrimshire's Scramble, a community trail 10K around North Leverton Windmill with mixed off road terrain and sweeping countryside views. Finishers get windmill milled flour, a sustainably designed medal and a jar of local honey.

Run a flat, traffic free canal towpath at Burton Waters near Lincoln beside the historic Roman Fossdyke. Choose a half marathon, marathon, ultra or the seven hour timed challenge and chase a medal by completing a measured lap.

Take on 15.5 or 26.6 mile routes at the 6th Hannington Hike on 8 March 2026 in Wellingborough, across rolling Northamptonshire countryside. Entries include checkpoints, refreshments and a hearty finish meal.

Run 18 km along the iconic Pennine Bridleway from Hayfield up to Rushup Edge and back, with 806 metres of climbing and stunning Peak District views. This supported, self navigated trail hosted by Rangers Expeditions & Ultras has an aid stat..

Ranger Ultras PB50km is a new 50 km Peak District loop with 1840 m ascent and dramatic White and Dark Peak scenery. Self navigated with aid stations, Ranger support and eco medals this tough trail run rewards grit.

Grindleford Gallop is a challenging 34 km off road route with about 825 m of ascent across the Peak District, taking in moorland, the Monsal Trail and Chatsworth Park. It is a volunteer led fundraiser supporting Grindleford Primary School.

Take on the scenic Chicken Run in Hayfield, Peak District, with two route options over challenging fell terrain. Friendly community vibe, cakes and refreshments at the school, and proceeds support Hayfield Primary School.

Run beneath the Sherwood Forest canopy on Sunday 15 March 2026, choosing from a new 20 Mile, half marathon, 10k or junior run. This Gold Badge trail event features bespoke medals, free photos and prizes for top finishers.

Take on Trails of Mena in Derbyshire on 21 March 2026 with a marathon or a 20 mile trail through fields, woodland and the 5 Pits Trail. Enjoy a circular, lightly marked course, aid stations, a finisher medal, warm drinks and support for Spa..

Join the TFG Beer & Pudding Races at Thornbridge Brewery in Bakewell for scenic trail runs of around 7 km or 13.5 km with small group wave starts. Finish in the brewery tap room with a beer and a classic Bakewell pudding.

Challenge yourself at Spring Run on 22 March 2026 at Northampton Active, where a six hour timed event lets you tackle distances from a 5K up to an ultra marathon. Enjoy lap support, a Spring Run medal and a generous goody bag.

Take on a 10k under the stars through scenic Salcey Forest on a marked two lap night trail where a head or chest torch is required. Petzl will bring demo lights and there will be hot drinks and a lively post race atmosphere.

Tackle the scenic Monsal Trail from Bakewell with a half marathon or 10k along traffic free multi terrain paths through tunnels and over the famed Monsal Viaduct. Finishers get bespoke medals and free photos.

Join the Pink Moon Ladies Trail Half Marathon, a women only trail run through Sutton Springs Wood on 4 April 2026. Finishers get a medal and campfire cake with hot drinks while supporting The Elm Foundation.

Join a scenic trail run around Carsington Water on Saturday 4 April 2026 with 10K and half marathon options on undulating paths around the reservoir. Finish in the lively event village with food, freebies and a focus on sustainability.

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.

Take on the Rose of the Shires 54 mile circular ultra from Brixworth Country Park, or opt for the 26.2 mile Rosebud Marathon. Scenic trails, towpath and country roads with checkpoints, live GPS and UTMB 100K index.

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.