Trail Running calendar near Ambergate 2026-2027

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.

A timed multi-lap run along the River Mersey at Chorlton Water Park featuring 5.3 km laps, a 7 hour limit, a bespoke finisher's medal and a handmade knitted bee, with £2 from each entry donated to Ray's of Sunshine Children's Charity.

A half marathon at Loggerheads Country Park run as three laps of a 7 km loop, with solo and three person relay options, feed stations on each circuit and a medal for all finishers.

Experience a classic 8.4 km Peak District fell race in Birch Vale with 335 meters of climbing. Join a limited field of 125 runners for this traditional Derbyshire event starting and finishing near the Sycamore Inn.

Join a community run through the paths and trails of Campbell Park to support Movember. Choose from 5k, 10k, or half marathon distances and enjoy a chip timed race complete with unique medals and fancy dress prizes.

A team relay at Lee Mill Quarry in Rossendale where teams of four each run a flagged 10.7k course; the route is described as hard and demanding and carries compulsory safety kit requirements and a course map on registration.

Experience an undulating trail run around the scenic Carsington Water reservoir. Choose between a half marathon or 10k route and enjoy countryside views along with a themed finishers medal and post race treats.

Marked and marshalled winter trail races at Alyn Waters in December, offering 5 km and 10 km courses. The event is chip timed, includes a free 1 km children's dash and a canicross 5 km option, and is open to all abilities.

A lapped run at Burrs Country Park on mixed trail with a seven hour limit. The first 50 entries receive a limited edition yellow Phoenix soft toy and all participants receive a medal.

Take on the Cardington Cracker, a 9 mile fell race near Church Stretton with 793 m of climb and breathtaking Border views. Pre entry only and limited parking mean early sign up is essential for this rugged, rewarding test.

A flagged Pennine fell race of about 6 miles with 500 m of climb across fields, moorland and rough tracks. Entry requires FRA mandatory kit and a minimum age of 18.

A one-lap trail 10 km through and around Tatton Park on 6 December 2026 organised by Run North West, finishing outside Egerton Youth Club. The course mixes trail, grass, tarmac and gravel with veteran and overall prizes plus a best fancy dr..

A festive trail event at Chasewater Country Park offering 10k, 5k and a junior run around the reservoir. Mostly flat compacted trails, prizes including best dressed fancy dress, and funds raised for Shelter.

A single 10 mile canicross loop at Grafham Water on 6 December 2026, starting on the dam and circling the reservoir. The event includes dog-friendly facilities, a finisher medal with a dog charm, and nearby camping.

A timed multi-terrain event at Ferry Meadows with 5.3 km laps on gravel and grass. Runners choose a four or six hour format, complete as many laps as possible, have aid each lap and receive a bespoke finisher medal.

Run the Trail by Torchlight in Llangollen: an 8 km fell race over scenic starlit moor with about 244 m ascent. Bring a head torch and enjoy a lively night race open to runners aged 16 and over.

Trail races of 12, 19 and 32 miles take place at Otley Cricket Club on 12 December 2026. Entrants must be 18 or older; the event limits numbers to 100, uses trackers and provides checkpoints plus a finisher medal and event T shirt.

Moors The Merrier 21 is a scenic yet testing fell race of 21 miles across the South West Pennines from Hebden Bridge Golf Club. Expect moorland vistas, festive fun with a Santa hat and small gift tradition, plus post race hot meal.

Three looped routes around Holmfirth start and finish at Brockholes Village Hall, with options of 11.6, 7.2 and 4.2 mile loops. Entrants may do one or more loops in order and the event includes basic catering and a finish certificate.

Festive trail races at Sherwood Pines near Mansfield include a family 1 mile plus 5km and 10km options with canicross permitted on the longer distances. Live chip timing, medals and seasonal treats are provided to finishers.