Trail Running calendar near Belper 2026-2027

The Batch Bash is a short, sharp fell race in Shropshire featuring a 4.8 km course with 305m of climb. It takes place on an evening in May. Entries are available in advance or on the day.

Experience an out and back 6 mile trail race near the source of the River Yarrow. This event features lesser known paths and tracks starting from the Rivington Tea Room.

Calverley Chaos is a fully marked 8 km 5 mile trail race based at The Railway Inn in Calverley, Leeds. The route uses permanent colored footpath markers with extra markers on race day and entry is limited to 150 runners.

Experience a classic fell race through the Peak District National Park starting in Castleton. This 9.2 km course takes runners along the scenic Great Ridge with over 400 meters of elevation gain and a descent from Hollins Cross.

Experience an evening fell race through ancient landscapes and modern turbines with views of the Peak District. This 9.5 km course features steep hills and a downhill finish in Carsington Village.

Run a 4.167 mile loop every hour in this last person standing event in Leeds. Complete the distance within sixty minutes to stay in the race until only one champion remains.

Experience a 32 mile point to point trail ultra through the South Pennines visiting four unique art installations. This scenic route offers 4700 feet of climbing with transport provided from the finish to the start line.

Run through the historic Grimsthorpe Castle Estate on trails and woodland tracks. Choose from distances ranging from 10 to 100 miles with solo and relay options and complimentary weekend camping included for all participants.

A non stop 145 mile ultramarathon from Birmingham to London along the Grand Union Canal Towpath. This iconic event features a flat route with a 45 hour cut off and is open to all runners aged 20 and over.

Experience a scenic 10km trail race through ancient woodlands and moorland in the heart of North Yorkshire. Enjoy breathtaking valley views and a well-marshalled route that supports local charities.

Experience the landscape of the Shropshire and Mid Wales border with 10 or 16 mile routes for walkers and runners. Enjoy a scenic journey through moorlands and woods finishing on the historic Offa’s Dyke National Trail.

Test your endurance at MacTuffX Blackburn through a series of timed intervals. Choose between individual or team entries for repeated distances of 400m or 800m in this high intensity fitness event.

Experience a flat and scenic trail run along the Hornsea Rail Trail starting from East Hull. With distances ranging from 5k to a full marathon, runners enjoy a well marshalled course through the Yorkshire countryside.

Enjoy a lively 6.5 km hill run on Mynydd Myfyr near Oswestry with mixed terrain and 150 m of climbing, supporting Trefonen Hill Walk Weekend. Entry on the day welcome; scenic views and prizes make it a rewarding spring challenge.

A team relay event following the Yorkshire Wolds Way from Filey to Hessle. Teams have a 13.5-hour time limit to complete the challenge. Three team categories are available for entry.

A chip timed *10k* trail run on 24 May 2026 that starts and finishes at Bredon Cricket Club. The marshalled route climbs to the 299 m summit of Bredon Hill and all finishers receive a medal.

Choose your own distance on a flat, scenic 5.3km loop along the River Mersey. This timed event gives you 7 hours to run as many laps as you like, from a single lap to an ultra. Every participant earns a finisher's medal.

Tackle a scenic 4.5 mile fell race with 305 m of climbing around Bamford in the Peak District on Monday 25 May 2026. Part of the lively Bamford sheepdog trial festival, the event pairs fast trails with rural festivities and offers pre entry..

This fell race in Great Harwood covers 8.8 km with 300m of climb, starting at the New Showfield. It is part of the Great Harwood Show, and entry includes admission to the show. The event is for seniors aged 18+ only.

Test yourself at the Stanhill Fell Race in Lancashire. Participate in this 4.5 mile fell run through Oswaldtwistle as part of the local Accrington Fell and Trail Series.