Trail Running Calendar East Midlands (England) 2026-2027

Join the Padfield Plum Fair Scamper on Sun 22 Nov 2026 for an 8.8 km fell race around Padfield in the Peak District, featuring 320 m of climb and stunning views. Open to runners aged 16+, with pre and on the day entries and limited parking.

Join the Sherwood Christmas 10k, 5k or Junior Run on 22 November 2026 at Sherwood Pines for festive multi terrain forest trails, medals, photos and prizes including best dressed Santa. Proceeds support Shelter.

Tackle the Baslow Bolt, a scenic yet testing 13 km Peak District fell race with 400 m of climb. On 28 Nov 2026 at St Anne's Church, this community fundraiser finishes with cake and refreshments.

Tackle the Famous Grouse Fell Race in Birch Vale on 29 Nov 2026, a spirited 8.4 km Peak District route with plenty of climb. Entry is on the day, register at the Sycamore Inn and enjoy results and prize giving at the pub.

Trail races around Carsington Water on 5 December 2026, offering a half marathon and a 10K with marked kilometres, course support, a themed medal, water and post-race goodies.

Trail runs at Sherwood Pines near Mansfield offer 1 mile, 5km and 10km options across woodland trails. 5km and 10km entries allow one well controlled dog per runner and use live chip timing.

Salcey Forest Christmas Race offers flat but muddy tree lined trails for 5k and 10k plus a junior fun run. Seasonal fancy dress is encouraged with a best outfit prize, and proceeds support Shelter.

A self-sufficient 38-mile winter mountain run around Helvellyn starting from Askham. This unmarked route is designed for experienced runners with strong navigation skills and features 2000m of ascent through the Lake District.

Celebrate New Year's Eve with the Wormstones fell race in the Peak District, an energetic 8 km with about 400 m of climb. Join at The Beehive in Glossop on 31 Dec 2026 for tough trails, great company and curry after the run.

The Montane Winter Spine is a 268-mile non-stop race along Britain's Pennine Way in winter. Runners have 156 hours to traverse from Edale to Kirk Yetholm across demanding upland terrain. It is an unsupported event requiring significant prio..

A forest trail event at Sherwood Pines offering 10k, 5k and a junior run on undulating multi terrain, with route maps, bespoke medals, free photos and parking included in the ticket.

Weekend races on the traffic free Tissington Trail near Ashbourne offering a half marathon and a 10k with views across the Derbyshire Dales. Entrants receive a bespoke medal, free photos and organisers award prizes for leading runners.

Run a 5k adventure with your dog through the mixed terrain of Irchester Country Park. The event features expert advice, a staggered start for safety, and treats for all canine participants. Every finisher earns a medal, with trophies for th..