Trail Running Calendar East Midlands (England) 2024-2025

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 four tunnels and the stunning Monsal Viaduct. The event caters..

The Alan Kirk Memorial Lad's Leap will take place in Tintwistle on Sunday 6 April 2025.

TrailFest - Salcey Forest is a multi-distance running event set in the scenic Salcey Forest, England. Participants can choose from four distances: 10K, half marathon, marathon, and 50K, catering to all abilities and experience levels. The event promotes a fun and inclusive atmosphere, encouraging ru..

The Kings Cliffe 10K, organized by Nene Valley Races, is a scenic trail race set in the picturesque Northamptonshire countryside. Scheduled for April 6, 2025, the event starts and finishes at KC Active in Kings Cliffe. Participants will enjoy a circular route featuring easy tracks, green fields, and..

The Longhorn Trail Event at Thoresby Park is set to take place on April 12, 2025, offering participants a choice of three distances: 5km, 10km, and a half marathon. The event welcomes runners of all fitness levels, with the scenic park providing a flat terrain ideal for beginners and seasoned trail ..

The Pink Moon - Ladies Trail Half Marathon is a unique running event designed exclusively for women, set in the picturesque Derbyshire region near the Peak District. This race builds on the success of previous half marathons, offering a scenic and challenging course. The organizers are currently enh..

The Peak District Birthday Bash is an exciting running event taking place in the stunning landscapes of the Peak District. Participants can choose between two challenging courses: the Full Bash, a 70km route, and the Half Bash, a 35km option. The event, based in Castleton, celebrates the anniversary..

The Battle of the Brampton Valley Way is an exciting running event set in the scenic Brampton Valley, featuring a unique competition between Leicestershire and Northamptonshire. Participants can choose to start from either end of the 28-mile (45 km) route, which is a flat and picturesque course idea..

The NAV4 Lakes Mountain 40 is a challenging mountain running event set in the stunning Lake District, taking place on April 19, 2025. Participants will navigate a demanding 40-mile route that includes the summits of Helvellyn and High Street, with significant elevation gain. This event is designed f..

The Tissington Trail Marathon is a scenic running event set in the picturesque Derbyshire countryside, organized by Nice Work Race Management. The marathon follows a 13-mile route along the former railway line from Ashbourne to Parsley Hay, offering a traffic-free experience ideal for both seasoned ..

The Bat Challenge is an exciting running event hosted by Big Bear Events, taking place at Beacon Hill Country Park. This unique 6-hour challenge allows participants to run as many 5k laps as they desire, starting in daylight and potentially finishing in complete darkness. The course features a mix o..

The Dukeries 30 / 40 is a scenic trail running event taking place on May 3, 2025, in Sherwood Forest, Nottinghamshire. Participants can choose between a 30-mile or 40-mile loop, both of which showcase beautiful sandstone villages and historical sites. The course is fully marked and marshalled, requi..

The Spire Ultra is a challenging 33-mile trail race set in the picturesque Derbyshire countryside, primarily following the Chesterfield Round Walk. Celebrating its 9th year, this event showcases a variety of landscapes, including high moorland, ancient woodlands, and rolling farmland. Participants w..

The Shires and Spires Marathon will take place in Naseby on Sunday 11 May 2025. You can run between 10 and 35 miles.

The Shires and Spires Ultra Marathon is a scenic 54-mile running event set in Northamptonshire, featuring a mix of approximately 70% trails and 30% roads. Starting and finishing at Naseby Village Hall, the race offers five distance options, including an ultra marathon, marathon, three-quarter marath..

The Trent Valley Ultra is a scenic 50k ultra marathon set to take place in Nottinghamshire, featuring a picturesque route that winds through charming villages and natural landscapes. Scheduled for May 17, 2025, this unique event is the first brewery-to-brewery ultra marathon, offering participants a..

The Run Rabbit Trail Festival is a multi-distance trail running event organized by Race Harborough, set in the scenic Marston Lodge near Market Harborough. Scheduled for May 2025, the festival features three distinct challenges: the Trail Mix Challenge (25k), Headlight Hop (10k), and Thump Trail Hal..

The Grim Reaper Ultra Marathon is set to take place at the picturesque Grimsthorpe Castle Estate in South Lincolnshire on May 24 and 25, 2025. Participants can choose from four solo distances: 10, 40, 70, and 100 miles, as well as team relay options for the 40 and 100-mile distances. The event featu..

The Maverick Peaks Merlin 2025 is a premier trail running event set in the stunning Peak District National Park, taking place on June 7, 2025. Participants can choose from four challenging routes: Ultra (103 km), Long (55 km), Middle (28 km), and Short (10 km), each offering a unique experience thro..

The Montane Summer Spine will take place in Edale from Saturday 14 June 2025 to Monday 16 June 2025. You can run between 46 and 263 miles.