Trail Running calendar near Betley 2025-2026

Classic Peak District fell races from Hayfield Scout Hut offering a tough 24.5 km and a shorter 15.5 km option. Routes are mostly unmarked so runners must navigate and carry compulsory kit; entries accepted in advance or on the day.

Short, fierce fell race from Burnsall featuring a steep climb through heather to a cairn and a fast direct descent. A compact test of speed and hill craft that counts for the BOFRA Championship.

Run the spine of Wales in the legendary Dragon’s Back Race, a six day, 380 km ultra through rugged mountain terrain from Conwy Castle to Cardiff Castle. Choose the full route or shorter stage options to suit your adventure spirit.

The Ultra X England will take place in Edale from Saturday 12 September 2026 to Sunday 13 September 2026.

Take on the Leeds Country Way In A Day, a 100 km loop around Leeds on waymarked trails that showcase West and North Yorkshire views. Mostly rural with checkpoints, aid stations and a finisher medal for completing the full circuit.

The Robin Hood 100 is a biennial 100 mile trail ultra from Retford through Sherwood Forest and along the Chesterfield Canal, passing the Major Oak. Expect runnable trails, steady climbs, well stocked aid stations and a 30 hour finish limit.

Run the classic Welsh 3000s across Snowdonia's 15 peaks in an epic guided mountain run covering about 50 km and 4,000 m of ascent. Enjoy expert mountain leaders, support vehicle and food stations as you tackle this iconic route.

Bradley Fell Race in Bradley Village near Skipton is a scenic BOFRA Championship event with a 3.5 miles (5.6 km) senior course climbing about 800 feet across moorland. Registration and the race start will be from the junior field this year.

Tackle the wild moorland of Bronte Country and the Aire Valley with the Yorkshireman Off Road Marathon or Half, featuring challenging climbs and waymarked trails. Volunteer run with chip timing and a friendly, charitable atmosphere.

Take on the Peak District Challenge in Hathersage on 18 to 19 September 2026, choosing distances from 25 km to 100 miles with self navigation or guided walks. Teams get real time GPS tracking and you can fundraise for charity.

Brutal Extreme Triathlons presents multiple intense triathlon races over four days in stunning Llanberis. Test your endurance amid dramatic Welsh mountain scenery in mid September 2026 with fellow athletes who crave a true challenge.

Take on the Cotswold Half Way, a scenic 47 miles along the Cotswold Way from Chipping Campden to Painswick. Expect very hilly trail terrain, supportive aid stations and live tracking as you race to finish within 15 hours.

Oktoberfest Running by Grim Up North hits the Leeds and Liverpool Canal at Rodley for chip timed races on a flat towpath, with distances from 5K to Ultra. Finishers get a medal and post race treats in a fun, friendly atmosphere.

Take on the Cotswold Way Century, a stunning 102 mile non stop trail from Chipping Campden to Bath showcasing rolling hills, stone tracks and panoramic views. Test your endurance over varied terrain with a 32 hour time limit and full suppor..

Take on a 6.7 km loop at Wyre Forest with Lone Wolf Birmingham, running one lap each hour and as many laps as you like up to 24 hours. Wooden trophies and medals await finishers, with a cafe and relaxed event atmosphere.

Run along the scenic, traffic free Tissington Trail from Parsley Hay to Ashbourne across two days of half marathons, with a gentle downhill and mixed terrain. Enter one or both days for a bespoke medal, photos and race day support.

The Three Towers Ultra crosses the West Pennine moors to reach Jubilee, Rivington and Peel towers on an unmarked yet scenic and demanding route. Choose 39 or 55 mile options, test your route finding and join a guided recce at Ranken Arms.

The High Peak 40 is a 40 mile ultramarathon around Buxton combining trails and road into a scenic autumn challenge. In its 40th year, runners must finish within 14 hours.

The Bronte Half Marathon on 20 September 2026 is a hilly 13.1 mile trail race through atmospheric Bronte Country between Haworth and Hebden Bridge, limited to 200 runners and organised by Sue Ryder. Enjoy great scenery, finishers get pie an..

Join the Yorkshire Weekend Saunter in Brighouse on 20 September 2026 for a relaxed run, jog or walk along scenic Yorkshire routes. Choose 5K, 10K or a half marathon and enjoy a jumble medal, hot food and a post race drink.