Trail Running calendar near Anstey 2025-2026

Run the Rose of the Shires, a scenic 54 miles loop from Brixworth Country Park through Salcey Forest, canal towpaths and 21 villages. Mostly off road and a UTMB index 100K, the route offers navigation challenges and relay team entries.

Run along the banks of the River Thames in Henley with half marathon, 10K and junior races, chip timing, unique medals and free race photos. Event village serves food and drinks and the event supports the Royal Berks Charity.

Tackle the Rosebud Marathon, a scenic 26.2 mile section of the Rose of the Shires Ultra around Northampton. Expect mixed trail and road terrain, live GPS tracking, manned checkpoints and a finisher medal.

Challenge yourself on the Calderdale Hike, a scenic but testing set of 16, 24 and 35 mile circular routes across the high Pennine valleys around Sowerby Bridge. Expect steep climbs, moorland views, kit checks and hearty post hike food.

Join a guided trail marathon through the Chilterns and Ridgeway into Wendover Woods, tackling rolling hills and technical single track while qualified run leaders steer small ability groups. Midway refreshments and a wooden Run the Wild fin..

Tackle the classic Wardle Skyline, a scenic fell race in the South West Pennines on Sat 11 Apr 2026. The 11.3 km route climbs 381 m from Wardle Square and accepts pre entries and same day entry for runners after a spirited hill challenge.

Join the Battle of the Brampton Valley Way, a one day 28 mile ultra along the traffic free route between Northampton and Market Harborough. Choose your start end, expect two dark tunnels so bring a head torch, enjoy feed stations and a fini..

Join a scenic 10k trail around Kings Cliffe, starting and finishing at KC Active amidst rolling Northamptonshire countryside. The well marked loop uses tracks and disused railway lines, with marshals, an aid station and eco friendly water r..

Tackle a classic spring fell race in Mow Cop on Sun 12 Apr 2026: 10.5 km with 400 m of climb across stirring hill terrain. Entries on the day for adults 18 and over, with team scoring and friendly club spirit.

Take on the Mike Briggs Wirksworth Incline & Infants, a challenging fell race in the Peak District featuring a 6.9 km course with 400 m of ascent. Pre entry is required for the main race and junior races are available for younger runners.

Kick off spring with the inaugural High Lodge Wild Trail Runs at Thetford Forest on 12 April 2026, choose a chip timed 5 km or 10 km and enjoy fully supported forest trails. All finishers get a medal, Wild Deer merch, a snack and a drink.

Take on a midweek Peak District challenge at Herod Farm: a scenic but testing 3 mile route with 340 m of climb. Pre entry is £6 or £10 on the night; registration runs 18:15 to 19:15.

Take on the Ranger Ultras PB230km Trail Challenge, a multi day 230 km test across the Pennine moors with 6,162 m ascent and a 75 hour limit. With just 30 entries, enjoy remote scenery, on course support and hearty checkpoint hospitality.

Join the Shropshire Way 80K Festival on 18 April 2026 in the Shropshire Hills for one day of trail running and walking across hill summits, ancient woodland and market towns. Choose routes from 10K to 80K, enjoy local food on course and sup..

Run the Chiltern Ridge Classic 51K with 996m of climb across Ashridge, Ivinghoe Beacon and The Ridgeway from Berkhamsted Castle to Wendover. A UTMB Index event limited to 400 runners with a fully marked course and aid stations.

Enjoy flat trails through Thoresby Park with a 17th century mansion backdrop and roaming deer and long horned cattle. Distances from 2km to half marathon, canicross welcome, and finishers get a medal and Wild Deer merchandise.

Join a guided 18 mile trail run along the Malvern Hills ridge, summiting the peaks and tackling 1300 m of ascent with a qualified coach. Not a race; expect steady trail pace, stunning views and friendly company.

Celebrate the Peak District's birthday with a scenic run or walk from Castleton on 18 April 2026, choosing 70 km or 35 km routes across iconic moorland. Join runners and walkers in supporting the Peak District National Park Foundation.

Tackle the classic Blackstone Edge Fell Race on 18 April 2026, a challenging 5.6 km route with 366 m of climbing across rough ground, bog and the Pennine Way. Expect stunning upland views and a true fell running test for seasoned racers.

Challenge yourself on this 9 km Peak District fell race with 320 m of climb, starting from Kettleshulme Village Hall. Join the community and support Kettleshulme Primary School as all profits go to the school.