Trail Running calendar near Birch Vale 2026-2027

A 25 mile LDWA event from Minsterley Village Hall across South Shropshire countryside, with about 4,675 ft ascent, four legs and three serviced checkpoints. The route is undisclosed until the day and map and compass navigation is required.

Join Phoenix Running Manchester's Dragonfly Run at Hardy Farm for a timed, multi distance challenge on a flat riverside towpath. Enjoy a bespoke finisher medal option, cakes at aid stations and a £1 donation per runner to Glossop Cat Rescue..

The Wingerworth Wobble is a scenic 4.66 mile trail race from Wingerworth across fields, hills and woodland with a runnable hill finish. All finishers receive a medal and refreshments and proceeds support the local school.

Take on the Cannock Chase Wildwood Trail Series on 28 Feb 2026 at Birches Valley, a scenic yet testing woodland course with steep climbs, fast descents and technical, muddy trails. Half and 10K with canicross options and eco wooden medals.

Cloud Nine is a classic 9 mile fell race from Congleton to the summit of Bosley Cloud and back, offering rugged trails and great views. Entry is by pre registration only, places are limited and FRA mandatory kit rules apply.

A community-led off road trail run at North Leverton Windmill on 1 March 2026, roughly 10 kilometres over undulating, muddy and firmer lanes. Organised by volunteers as a not-for-profit event; finishers get local flour, a medal and honey.

A short but steep fell race on Ilkley Moor covering about 8 km with 401 m of climb, run under FRA rules. The event has an entry limit of 400, requires FRA minimum kit, and includes junior races plus age and team prizes.

Tackle undulating trails, muddy paths and a shallow stream crossing on an adventurous six mile route at Baggeridge Country Park. Join the Action Heart Tuff Un on 1 March 2026 to test yourself and support a West Midlands cardiac charity.

A chip timed, approximate 10 km multi‑terrain race in Ripon with an accompanying 1 km fun run for all ages. Entry is limited and fees are £18 to £20; proceeds support St Wilfrid's Primary School.

Take on Saint Michael's Harrogate 10K or 5K on 1 March 2026, a scenic trail run supporting North Yorkshire Hospice Care. Family friendly 5K offers free child places with adult supervision and aid stations on course.

A fully flagged fell race at Cautley on 1 March 2026, about 6.5 km with 663 m of ascent. Pre-entry is available, mandatory waterproof kit is required and dogs are not permitted.

Take on the Loggerheads Trail 5 km or 10 km at Loggerheads Country Park on 7 March 2026, including a 5 km canicross option and member entries. Enjoy varied riverside and technical trails, a few challenging steps, and friendly on site suppor..

Scenic trail across Saddleworth Moor with reservoir views and required self navigation between checkpoints. Choose roughly 25, 40 or 60 km routes with staffed checkpoints, live tracking and a post race meal.

A seven hour timed event on the flat canal towpath at Burton Waters near Lincoln, offering half, marathon and ultra options on a measured course. Limited to 50 entrants with transfers allowed given seven days notice.

Run the Scott Sports Dirty Dozen, a 12 km loop across Cannock Chase with muddy singletrack, climbs, fast descents and the notorious Ditch of Doom. Kids course, on site parking and a bespoke finisher medal complete the day.

Tackle a scenic but testing 6.8 km fell course around Dolgarrog with 417 m of climb, hosted at Canolfan Porthlwyd. Entry on the day; minimum age 16 makes it perfect for adventurous runners.

Join the Stan Bradshaw Pendle Round on 7 March 2026, a classic 15 km fell race from Barley Village Hall across iconic Pendle terrain with about 545 m of climbing. Enjoy tough upland running, friendly village hospitality and hot soup afterwa..

The 40th Two Crosses Circuit on 8 March 2026 starts at Greenmount Old School Community Centre and follows routes across the Western Pennine reservoirs and moors. Two routes are offered, 18 miles and 26 miles, with a nine hour limit and a wa..

The Lincoln Marabank Sunday will take place in Burton Waters on Sunday 8 March 2026. You can run 7 hours.

Take on the Granny's Bay Challenge, a six hour timed run on flat tarmac along the Ribble estuary in Lytham St Annes, with scenic views across to Southport and North Wales. Complete as many laps as you like and earn a medal after one lap.