Trail Running calendar near Belper 2026-2027

Take on The Half & Half 10 km on 25 January 2026 at Sowerby Bridge for a split terrain challenge. Rugged muddy trails and obstacles give way to a tarmac finish, entries are limited to 100 and hoodies are available to pre order.

Tackle trails, paths and a signature hill across two round Dirt Run events at Irchester and Brigstock. Choose from shorter races up to 15 km, enjoy marshalled routes, water stations and a custom finisher medal for each round.

Tigger Tor is a classic winter fell race from Fox House on 25 January 2026, taking runners across Houndkirk, Burbage and Hathersage Moors in a 14.2 km course with 490 m of climb. Navigation and mandatory kit make it a true fell challenge.

A night score event at The Railway Inn in Marple on Tuesday 27th January. Choose a 40, 60 or 75 minute course, use MapRun or a paper backup, and note late entries are not guaranteed a map.

Run scenic trails across the Shropshire Hills and Long Mynd at The Icing on the Cake on 31 Jan 2026 with marathon, half and 10k options. Finish by the National Trust tea rooms and join the cake competition for a sweet post race treat.

Timed lap based event on a flat 5.3 km riverside out and back near Hardy Farm in Manchester, with flexible distances from 5 km to ultra and a seven hour time limit. Medal free entry option and a charity donation per finisher.

Hoofstones Fell Race in Todmorden covers 8 miles with 425 m of climb across the Pennines, testing navigation skills. Race HQ is the Staff of Life pub where post race refreshments and prizes await; entries accepted pre entry or on the day.

Take on the Dovedale Big Daddy on 1 February 2026, an AL fell race in the Peak District covering 20.4 km with 1370 m ascent and nine steep climbs through the Manifold and Dovedale valleys. Entries close 29 January and are limited to 250.

A new trail running event at Fountains Abbey on 1 February 2026 with 5km, 10km and half marathon routes through the Deer Park, Water Garden and abbey grounds. Entries are sold out; the event is canicross friendly with live chip timing and a..

Join the DirtRun Dudmaston 10k on 1 Feb 2026 for a scenic off road 10 km through Comer Woods at Dudmaston Estate. Enjoy a finisher medal and goodie, with category prizes including real ale for top performers.

A fell race on 1 February 2026 covering about 14.5 miles across Bradgate, Broombriggs and Beacon Hill Country Parks with rough underfoot and over 1,200 feet of ascent. Entry is limited to 350 runners and pre entry is required.

Take on the Mickleden Straddle on 1 Feb 2026, a rugged 14.3 mile fell race across high moorland with navigation required and winter conditions possible. Pre entry and FRA kit checks mean this is a demanding winter race for fell runners.

Join the Dry January 10k at Willen Lake, Milton Keynes on 1 February 2026 to run 5k or 10k in person or virtually while supporting Alcohol Change UK. Enjoy a bespoke medal, charity technical t shirt and a fun lakeside route.

An off-road navigational race on Cannock Chase on 1 February 2026, about 26.5 km with 540 m ascent, visiting five checkpoints in order; pre-entry only with limited places and SI timing in use.

A winter ultra on the Pendle Way from Barley offering full 45 mile and alternative 30 mile routes for runners and walkers, waymarked with maps and GPX files and requiring winter kit and navigational ability.

Take on NAV4 LAW75, a two day 75 mile winter endurance route from Skipton to Appleby along Lady Anne's Way and Dales trails. With checkpoint support and dramatic winter scenery, it is a true adventure for experienced runners and walkers.

A trail race around Harrogate and Knaresborough on 7 February 2026 with 14, 20 and 34 mile options. Routes use country paths and Nidd Gorge, with checkpoints, live trackers for longer distances and a mandatory kit list.

Rombalds Stride is a scenic 23 mile trail across Rombalds Moor, Ilkley Moor and Otley Chevin from Guiseley, offering classic Yorkshire moorland views and a tough, hilly route. Spots are limited and the event fills fast.

Explore Lincolnshire countryside in the Rauceby Ripper, a scenic 9 mile multi terrain route starting at Rauceby Hall and finishing in South Rauceby. Runner and walker options available though the main race is sold out with a waiting list op..

Wadsworth Trog THE BEAST is a 31 km fell race around Hebden Bridge on Saturday 7 February 2026, featuring about 1,110 m of ascent and demanding navigational skill. Strict kit checks and no GPS navigation make this a true mountain test.