Trail Running Calendar East Midlands (England) 2026-2027

A two-day trail running festival at Deene Park near Corby offering 10k, 21.1k, 25k challenges and a combined 56.1k Quest with medals and multi-event entry options.

Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the Spire Ultra is a 33-mile trail race on the Chesterfield Round Walk. This scenic route navigates the varied landscapes of the Peak District's eastern fringe. Finishers receive a special 10th-anniversary..

Take on The Tour of Bradwell The Other Half, a challenging fell race in the Peak District starting and finishing at Bradwell Sports Club. Expect a long high ground route with big climbs and a lively mass start atmosphere.

The Cressbrook Crawl will take place in Cressbrook on Saturday 9 May 2026. You can run 11 kilometers.

Shires and Spires is a multi-terrain race through the Northamptonshire countryside, starting from historic Naseby. The event alternates its course direction yearly and offers five distances from a 10K to a 35-mile ultra marathon. Entry incl..

Take on the classic Shining Tor fell race in the Peak District on 13 May 2026, a scenic 9.4 km challenge with 311 m of climb. Expect rough trails, great views and a friendly fell running atmosphere for adults of all abilities.

A multi terrain 5 km race at West Lodge Farm in Desborough that passes fields, nature trails and farm animals, with a bespoke finisher medal and a virtual entry option to receive the medal by post.

Join the Hayfield May Queen fell race on Fri 15 May 2026 for a lively village run as part of the May Queen celebrations and the 3 Days in May series. Entry is on the day, with all proceeds supporting the May Queen charities.

An approximate 10K undulating trail race on 15 May 2026 near Skellingthorpe Pavilion with chip timing, medals and goody bags. The course is unsuitable for wheelchair users or runners with dogs and entries close on 01/05/2026.

The Trent Valley Ultra is a 50 km brewery-to-brewery run through the villages of Nottinghamshire. Enjoy a scenic route with checkpoints and finish with food, drinks, and a commemorative pint glass.

Tackle the Mark Boulton Memorial Mount Famine fell race in the Peak District on Sat 16 May 2026. This testing 8 km course climbs 564 m and rewards strength, skill and grit on rough moorland.

A 9.3 km fell race around Youlgrave in the Peak District featuring rough trails, climbs, limestone descents and a swamp. Entry is limited, the fee is £6, and all profits go to Youlgrave Parish Council.

A short, sharp fell race as part of the Three Days in May events. The 1.2-mile course goes straight up and down Lantern Pike from a field near the pub. Entry is on the day only.

Tackle the Peak District on 21 May 2026 at the Parks Life fell race in Belper Parks Recreation Ground. Choose the main 7 km route with 210 m climb or shorter junior races for U12 and U10, with on the day entries available.

Join the Castleton Great Ridge Race on 22 May 2026 in the Peak District for a scenic but challenging 9.2 km route with 427 m of climb over dramatic ridgelines. Open to adults 18 and over with online and on the day entry available.

This evening fell race on May 22, 2026, offers a 9.5 km tour through the historic mined landscapes of Carsington Pasture, with views of the Peak District. The event includes a downhill finish, food and drinks afterwards, and free parking. I..

The Grim Reaper returns to Grimsthorpe Castle Estate with solo and relay races from 10 to 100 miles on a scenic 10-mile trail loop. It features a unique day and night 10-mile option, on-site camping, and support for all abilities.

Tackle a scenic 4.5 mile fell race with 305 m of climbing around Bamford in the Peak District on Monday 25 May 2026. Part of the lively Bamford sheepdog trial festival, the event pairs fast trails with rural festivities and offers pre entry..

Bluebell's Revenge is a new fell race from Sinfin Running Club. The 8.9 km route around the Chevin features a marked course with marshals. The event finishes at the Bluebell Inn where food and drink are available.

Event Overview The Maverick Peak District X-Trail is a long-distance trail running event taking place in the Peak District National Park on Saturday, May 30, 2026. The event starts and finishes at Bakewell Showground. It offers two ultra-di..