Trail Running Calendar East Midlands (England) 2025-2026

Tackle a rugged 50 km loop from Hayfield across the White and Dark Peak with 1840 m of ascent and on course support to keep you moving. This self guided route follows classic Pennine trails for stunning scenery and a proper trail challenge.

Take on the Pennine Bridleway PB18km on 14 March 2026, an 18 km trail with 806 m ascent from Hayfield to Rushup Edge. Enjoy a self navigating route, an aid station at the turn and medals for finishers with a staggered flexible start.

Run the undulating multi terrain trails at Sherwood Pines on 15 March 2026, choosing from a new 20 Mile, half marathon, 10k or junior run. This Gold Badge event offers bespoke medals, free photos and prizes for top finishers.

Take on a scenic trail marathon or 20 mile route from North Wingfield, looping through fields, woodland and the 5 Pits Trail with aid stations and GPX navigation support. Finishers receive a medal and warm cuppa and the event supports Spani..

Thornbridge Brewery in Bakewell hosts the TFG Beer & Pudding Races, with 7 km and 13.5 km scenic trail routes in the Peak District. Waymarked courses and small group starts lead to a brewery finish where beer and Bakewell pudding await.

Take on the Elephant Challenge at Salcey Forest on 24 March 2026, tackling repeated 3.5 mile loops over six hours. Runners, walkers, canicross and ruckers welcome, with an option to support Roald Dahl charity.

Experience the Petzl Night Trails 10K at Salcey Forest under torchlight, with Petzl demo head torches on site. Enjoy a flat two lap trail, a canicross option and post race hot drinks plus a medal or tree planting token.

Run the traffic free Monsal Trail from Bakewell on 28 and 29 March in this two day weekend event. Choose a scenic Half Marathon or 10k that threads through four tunnels and across the Monsal viaduct with sweeping Derbyshire Dales views.

Run the Pink Moon Ladies Trail Half Marathon on 4 April 2026 for a scenic women only route through Sutton Spring Wood and the Five Pits Trail and support The Elm Foundation. Enjoy a campfire finish with medal, cake and hot drinks.

Run a scenic 10K or half marathon around Carsington Water on Saturday 4 April 2026, with undulating trail routes and sweeping reservoir views. Every entry includes a themed medal, water and post race goodies, and an event tee is available a..

Tackle the Rose of the Shires Ultra, 54 mile circular challenge around Brixworth Country Park across trails, towpath and country roads. Enjoy countryside scenery, navigation sections, on course support and a finishers medal.

Run the Rosebud Marathon, a scenic 26.2 mile leg of the Rose of the Shires Ultra across Northamptonshire with roughly 60% trail and 40% road. Enjoy varied terrain, aid stations and live GPS tracking to Brixworth Country Park.

Run a scenic 10k trail loop through the Nene Valley countryside, over green fields, farm tracks and old railway lines. Fully marked with an aid station, this spring race is ideal for runners wanting a country escape.

Run the Battle of the Brampton Valley Way on April 12, a scenic out and back on traffic free rural trail with 14 or 28 mile options. Expect tunnels, gentle climbs, regular aid and a friendly Northamptonshire atmosphere.

Tackle 230 km of the Pennine Bridleway over several days and 75 hours, running from the Peak District into Cumbria. Expect wild uplands, staffed checkpoints and a small supportive field for a true adventure run.

Run through the sweeping Thoresby Park estate with wild deer and long horn cattle, choosing routes from a 2 km family run up to a half marathon. Family friendly and canicross allowed on most distances, with medals and scenic countryside fin..

Celebrate the Peak District's birthday in Castleton with scenic 70 km and 35 km trail routes that showcase the park's varied landscapes. Entry supports Peak District National Park Foundation conservation and community projects.

The Trident Grantham Triathlon will take place in Grantham on Sunday 26 April 2026.

Run the scenic, traffic free Tissington Trail from Ashbourne to Buxton with marathon and half marathon options on an undulating out and back course. Finish at Ashbourne Leisure Centre with bespoke medal, free photos and prizes.

Tackle the Bat Challenge at Beacon Hill Country Park: a six hour off road loop where you choose your pace and complete as many 3.3 mile laps as you can. Expect a steady climb to scenic high points and a fun, supportive atmosphere.