Trail Running calendar near Ashbourne 2026-2027

Experience the landscape of the Shropshire Hills through a series of trail runs and walks ranging from 10 km to 80 km. Enjoy local food and historical landmarks while supporting educational charity programs.

Thoresby Park Longhorn Trail on 18 April 2026 offers routes from a family 2 km up to a half marathon across a largely flat 1,000 acre estate with historic house, wildlife and live chip timing. Nordic walkers and canicross participants are w..

Experience a guided 18 mile adventure across the Malvern Hills ridge and surrounding woodlands. This social group run features over 1300m of elevation and stunning panoramic views at a non competitive pace.

Celebrate the anniversary of the Peak District National Park with a 35km or 70km journey from Castleton. Open to runners and walkers, this event supports local conservation while showcasing the regions diverse landscapes.

Experience a scenic 12k trail race through the heart of the Yorkshire Dales starting and finishing in Burnsall. Enjoy a well marked route complete with a post race meal and local beer for all participants.

Experience the Yorkshire Dales on a half marathon route featuring the Dales Way footpath and 500m of ascent. Enjoy riverside paths and 360 degree views with post race rewards including a hot meal and local beer.

Experience a unique obstacle run at Donington Park featuring a series of large inflatable structures. This 5k event offers a bouncy course designed for teams and individuals to navigate through a variety of inflatable challenges.

Enjoy a scenic run along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal in Saltaire with a choice of three distances. Finishers receive a jumble medal, hot food, and a drink at this welcoming event accessible by train.

Burnsall 12K is a trail race in Burnsall Village on 18 April 2026, following the first section of the half marathon and measuring about 11 km. The event is UKA licensed, requires minimum kit and has an age limit of 17 plus.

A short, sharp fell race in the South Pennines visiting the Blackstone Edge trig point. This classic 5.6 km route features a Roman road and a notorious bog. It's an English Championship counter with a long history dating back to 1983.

Test your endurance at Delapre Abbey with this Backyard Ultra format. Run 6.7 km loops every hour as a solo competitor, in a pair, or as part of a fixed eight loop challenge until only one runner remains.

A 9 km fell race in the Peak District, starting from Kettleshulme Village Hall. The event supports the local primary school. Pre-entry is required.

On 18 April 2026 Nightingale House Hospice stages 5 km and 10 km multi terrain runs at Alyn Waters Country Park with chip timing, marshals, water stations and finishers medals. A 1 km children's dash accepts on day entries.

Experience a scenic trail run through the historic woodland and gardens of Temple Newsam in Leeds. Choose from four distances ranging from 6.7 miles to a full marathon on an undulating multi-loop course.

Martley Madness is a 10-mile trail and country lane race through the Worcestershire countryside. The undulating route features woodland, Rodge Hill, and part of the Worcestershire Way. All finishers get a medal and celebratory cake at the f..

Join a guided 14 km trail run in peaceful Penllyn Forest on 19 April 2026, exploring quiet tracks between Bala and Lake Vyrnwy. Expect a led run with scenic stops and friendly company in person.

Run a scenic 10K trail through the Ainsdale National Nature Reserve. The wooded course includes a climb up the highest dune peak before the finish. All finishers get a medal, and proceeds support local charities.

Experience the scenic forest trails of Cannock Chase with a half marathon 10k or 5k race. Enjoy chip timed results and a unique themed medal while running through one of England’s most historic natural landscapes.

Challenge yourself at the Trunce 2 fell race in Oxspring, Sheffield on Mon 20 Apr 2026, a 6.2 km Peak District route with 190 m of climb across classic moorland. Entry on the day keeps this friendly fell race open to juniors and seniors.

Hop into spring at the Bunny Run 3 in Haworth on Tue 21 Apr, a punchy 3 mile trail with 100 m climb through South Pennines. Finishers get a Cadbury's Creme Egg and Easter egg prizes and can enjoy chip butties at the Sun Inn.