Trail Running calendar near Ambergate 2025-2026

The Trident Grantham Triathlon, held at Grantham Meres Leisure Centre in Lincolnshire, is a classic sprint triathlon featuring a pool swim, scenic bike ride, and fast-paced run. Reviving a beloved local tradition, this well-organized event welcomes athletes of all levels, including first-timers. Set..

The Run for Wildlife Spring 10k is an annual running event held at the Yorkshire Wildlife Park in the UK. This unique 10k race features a single large loop course that winds through the park and its grounds, offering a mix of road, park paths, trail, and grass surfaces suitable for road shoes. Each..

The A Coventry Way Challenge is a 40-mile running or walking event set in the scenic countryside around Coventry, starting and finishing at the Heart of England Social Club in Meriden. Open to individuals aged 18 and over, participants can take part solo or in relay teams. The course features five c..

The Pennine Barrier Ultra 50 is a challenging 50-mile ultra-marathon held in the Yorkshire Dales National Park, starting and finishing in the village of Malham. Featuring 2,593 meters of ascent, the course includes iconic landmarks such as Malham Cove, Malham Tarn, Fountains Fell, Janet’s Foss, and..

The Malvern Hills Ultra is a challenging ultra running event held in Worcestershire, UK, starting and finishing at Abberley Village Hall. Scheduled for May 2, 2026, it offers multiple race distances: 23, 31, 38, and 47 miles, with the longest featuring over 2,900 meters of ascent along the Worcester..

Tempo Trail Races 2026 is a weekend trail running event held in the scenic Cotswolds, based at Ilmington Sports & Social Club near Shipston On Stour, UK. The event offers a variety of race distances to suit different levels, including a 100K Ultra, a new 50K Ultra, a Marathon, a Half Marathon, and a..

The Rainow 5 is a popular 5-mile trail and fell race held annually in May around Rainow and Kerridge Ridge, organized by Macclesfield Harriers & Athletic Club. Attracting 250-300 runners, the race features a hilly course that includes scenic ridge paths and local nature reserves. Established in 1989..

The Sheinton Steeplchase is a 5.3 km cross-country race held near Sheinton Church by Cressage in the West Midlands. Featuring a total ascent of 100 meters, it offers a challenging yet accessible course that is not a traditional fell race but still highly regarded for its competitive and enjoyable na..

The Run Rabbit Trail Festival is a multi-distance trail running event held at the scenic Deene Park Estate near Corby. Organized by Race Harborough, it offers a weekend of challenges designed for runners of all abilities. Participants can choose from three main events: the Trail Mix Challenge (25k),..

The Dukeries 30 / 40 is an annual trail running event held in Nottinghamshire, starting and finishing at Walesby Sports & Social Club near Sherwood Forest. It offers two distances: 30.8 and 40.8 miles, both following a clockwise circular route mainly on forest trails, footpaths, and minor roads. The..

Shires and Spires is a celebrated multi-terrain running event held in Northamptonshire, starting and finishing at historic Naseby Village Hall. Known for its scenic routes through the English countryside, the race offers five distances: 10K, half marathon, three-quarter marathon, marathon, and a 35-..

The Jack Bloor Race will take place in Ilkley on Tuesday 12 May 2026.

The Trent Valley Ultra is a scenic 50-kilometer ultra marathon held in Nottinghamshire, starting and finishing at Milestone Brewery & Tap in Cromwell, Newark. The course winds through charming villages using footpaths, bridleways, tracks, and minor roads, showcasing the natural beauty of the region...

The Youlgrave Pommie Panter Fell Race is a traditional fell running event held in Youlgrave, Derbyshire, within the Peak District. The challenging 5.8-mile (9.3 km) course features 876 feet (267 m) of climb over rough trails, open fields, country lanes, and some low-level technical sections includin..

The Leaden Boot Challenge is a demanding 26.2-mile walk or run held annually in the Peak District National Park, starting and finishing in the village of Alstonefield. The course features 4,800 feet of ascent and descent, traversing scenic areas such as Milldale, Nabs Dale, Ilam Rock, Musden Woods,..

The Bronte Half Marathon is a 13.1-mile trail race held in the scenic Bronte Country between Haworth and Hebden Bridge, Yorkshire. Known for its hilly course, the event supports Sue Ryder and offers a unique challenge alongside the Bronte Bike Challenge, inviting runners to compete against cyclists..

Panopticons Ultra is a 32-mile (52 km) trail ultra marathon held in East Lancashire, England, featuring a point-to-point course through the scenic South Pennines. The route highlights four iconic art installations known as the Panopticons by Mid Pennine Arts, including Colourfields, Halo, Singing Ri..

The Grim Reaper Ultra Marathon is a multi-distance running event held at the scenic Grimsthorpe Castle Estate in South Lincolnshire, UK. Scheduled for May 23-24, 2026, it offers solo race options of 10, 40, 70, and 100 miles, plus a 100-mile team relay. The course features a fully marked 10-mile loo..

God's Own Backyard Ultra - Spring 2026 is a challenging endurance running event held at Hunters Greave, Hawksworth, Leeds. Competitors run a 4.167-mile loop every hour on the hour, needing to complete each loop within the hour to continue. The course features a mix of canal towpath, farmland, woodla..

The Gerald Story Memorial Fun Run is an annual 5.5-mile trail running event held at Worksop College, starting in Worksop and winding through the scenic Clumber Park. The mostly trail course includes a short closed road section and offers beautiful natural surroundings. The event honors Gerald Story,..