Trail Running calendar near Birkenhead 2026-2027

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.

Tackle the Peak District on 21 May 2026 at the Parks Life fell race in Belper Parks Recreation Ground. Choose the main 7 km route with 210 m climb or shorter junior races for U12 and U10, with on the day entries available.

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.

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.

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.

Test your endurance on a 25.5 km route in the Howgill Fells featuring 1500m of elevation gain. This former military training route offers weighted or unloaded categories for runners and walkers seeking a significant mountain challenge.

Experience a traditional 11.2 km fell race with 400 metres of ascent over Hutton Roof Crags. This navigation-based event includes junior races and a country fair at the local village hall.

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.

Join this free annual event traversing the Yorkshire Three Peaks to support ANDYSMANCLUB. Enjoy a supported route with a complimentary hot breakfast after the first peak and optional camping at Holme Farm.

A short, classic fell race in Coniston featuring a steep climb and a rapid descent over scree. The 1.6 km course is a BOFRA Championship counter, with categories from Under 9 to Seniors. Parking is available nearby for a fee.

Take on the Glaramara Fell Race on Sun 24 May 2026 in the Lake District, starting from Glaramara Outdoor Centre at Seatoller. The 8 km course packs 700 m of climb and entry on the day is free with donations to charity.

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.

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.

Experience a 13 km fell race through the beautiful Yorkshire Dales National Park. Enjoy a well marked route and various junior distances held alongside a traditional village street market with food and entertainment.

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.

Take on the Stanhill Fell Race on Wed 27 May 2026 in Stanhill, Lancashire, a sharp 8 km fell challenge through the Bowland hills with roughly 250 m of climb. Finish at the Britannia Tap and Grill for friendly post race banter and local beer..

Experience the inaugural Bluebell's Revenge fell race featuring an 8.9 km figure-of-eight course around the Chevin. This FRA-licensed event offers 315 meters of climbing and concludes with social food and drinks at the Bluebell Inn.