Trail Running Calendar East Midlands (England) 2025-2026

The High Peak 40 is an ultramarathon event set to take place in 2025, following a successful return in 2024 after an eight-year hiatus. This challenging race covers 40 miles through the stunning landscapes of the Peak District, starting and ending in Buxton. Participants will traverse scenic trails,..

The Tissington Trail Half Marathon Weekend is a scenic running event held along a former railway line in Derbyshire, offering breathtaking views of the Derbyshire Dales. Participants can choose to race on either Saturday or Sunday, with a 13-mile route that features a slight downhill gradient, makin..

The Clipston Trail Half and Country 5 Miler is a scenic running event set in the picturesque countryside surrounding Clipston. Participants can choose between a challenging half marathon and a shorter 5-mile race, making it suitable for both seasoned runners and those new to trail running. The event..

The Peak Raid Race 1 in Edale is an exciting fell running event scheduled for September 21, 2025. Participants will navigate the stunning terrain of the Peak District, utilizing their route choice and navigation skills to collect points within a three-hour time limit. The event allows competitors to..

The Ladybower Reservoir Trails 54k event, organized by RunThrough UK, is set to take place on September 27, 2025. This challenging race features a scenic loop starting from Hope Valley, including summits of Win Hill and breathtaking views of Ladybower, Derwent, and Howden reservoirs. Participants wi..

The 10k Rauceby Estate Run is an exciting new running event set in the picturesque Rauceby Estate, a 2000-acre property featuring the historic Rauceby Hall. This all-terrain race covers approximately 10 kilometers, incorporating at least 25% private land that has never hosted a race before, along wi..

The Stuart Learmouth Undulator Fell Race is a challenging 13.7 km (8.5 miles) event held in the scenic Peak District, organized by the Wirksworth Running Club. This classic BM fell race features a diverse mix of terrains, including fells, trails, and lanes, with a total ascent of 457 meters (1500 fe..

The Goyt Valley Challenge is a running event organized by the High Peak LDWA, featuring two route options: a long 26.2-mile course and a shorter 14.3-mile course. Both routes traverse the scenic western Peak District, including notable landmarks such as Axe Edge, Goyt Valley, and Lamaload Reservoir...

The Wild Deer Leafkick Trail Running Event returns to Thoresby Park, offering a variety of distances including a family-friendly 2km, as well as 5, 10, 20, and 30-mile options. The event is suitable for runners of all fitness levels, with a flat terrain ideal for beginners and those looking to advan..

The Drone Valley Trail Half Marathon is a new 13.1-mile trail race set in the picturesque Derbyshire countryside, starting and finishing at the Drone Valley Brewery in Unstone. This event invites runners to navigate a scenic route featuring forests, fields, hills, and canal paths, making it ideal fo..

The Peak Raid Race 2 in Hayfield is an exciting fell running event set in the stunning Peak District, scheduled for October 12, 2025. Participants will navigate through diverse terrains, from challenging high moorlands to more accessible limestone dales, using their route choice and navigation skill..

The ATW Holdenby House Trail & Canicross event takes place at the historic Holdenby Estate, a 2,000-acre site in Northamptonshire. Participants can choose from various distances, including a 5k, 10k, and Half Marathon, with the course offering scenic views of the estate and its gardens. A special 5k..

The Ranger Ultras High Peak HP18km Trail Run is an exciting trail running event designed for participants of all skill levels, from beginners to elite athletes. Set in the stunning Peak District, the 18km course features a mix of fast trails and challenging ascents, with a total elevation gain of 48..

The Ranger Ultras High Peak Ultra is a trail running event offering 70km and 100km distances, held over two days in October 2025. Participants start together and can choose to turn at the 35km or 50km mark, allowing for flexible race options. The course retraces the historic Cromford and High Peak R..

The Amberaid 30 Trail Race and Petit Raid is a thrilling running event set in the picturesque Amber Valley, Derbyshire, near the Peak District. Participants can choose between a challenging 31-mile trail run or the shorter 20-mile Petit Raid, both featuring scenic countryside paths, hills, and stunn..

The Dukeries 10 is an exciting trail running event featuring an 11-mile circular loop set in the scenic Nottinghamshire countryside. Designed for both novice and experienced runners, the course is nearly flat and follows well-marked paths, offering a mix of woodland, mud, field edges, and gravel tra..

The Monsal Trail October Half Marathon & 10k Weekend is an exciting running event set in the stunning Peak District, specifically starting at the old Bakewell station. Participants can choose between a half marathon and a 10k race, both of which take place over the weekend. The course features beaut..

The Irchester Spooktacular is a Halloween-themed night-time running event held at Irchester Country Park, featuring a 5k race and a 2k Family Fun Run. Participants can enjoy running through scenic woodland trails while dressed in fancy dress, with prizes awarded for the best costumes. All finishers..

The Shepshed 7 is a popular running event organized by the Shepshed Running Club, taking place in 2025 on November 2nd. This event features a scenic 7-mile race set in the traffic-free countryside of Garendon Park, along with a fun run for participants of all ages. Runners can expect a well-organize..

The Sherwood Trail Half Marathon is a scenic running event set in beautiful, undulating forestry, taking place on November 2, 2025. This completely off-road race offers participants a chance to immerse themselves in nature while focusing on their running. The event is designed for runners aged 17 an..