Trail Running calendar near Birkenhead 2025-2026

Challenge yourself on this 9 km Peak District fell race with 320 m of climb, starting from Kettleshulme Village Hall. Join the community and support Kettleshulme Primary School as all profits go to the school.

Run the beautiful grounds of Temple Newsam near Leeds on 19 April 2026, with scenic trails through gardens, woodland and open country. Distances from 6.7 miles to a full marathon mean there's a challenge for every trail runner.

Take on a scenic 8.6 mile loop around Trawsfynydd Lake in Snowdonia, a mixed tarmac and trail course with one testing hill and 175 m of ascent. All entry funds support the volunteer South Snowdonia Search and Rescue Team.

Join a guided 14 km trail run in peaceful Penllyn Forest on 19 April 2026, exploring quiet tracks between Bala and Lake Vyrnwy. Expect a led run with scenic stops and friendly company in person.

Join a scenic 10 km fell race in the Lake District at Witherslack, featuring 340 m of climb on a fully flagged route. No pre entry needed; sign up on the day at Dean Barwick Primary School and enjoy post run refreshments.

Run the 10k Red Squirrel trail through Ainsdale National Nature Reserve, across wooded paths and dune climbs with a chance to spot wildlife. Proceeds support Southport Stronger Together.

Take on scenic, undulating forest trails in Cannock Chase AONB with half marathon, 10K, 5K or junior race. Chip timed entries include a themed medal, free photos and a lively event village while supporting Midlands Air Ambulance and Newlife..

Challenge yourself at the Trunce 2 fell race in Oxspring, Sheffield on Mon 20 Apr 2026, a 6.2 km Peak District route with 190 m of climb across classic moorland. Entry on the day keeps this friendly fell race open to juniors and seniors.

Hop into spring at the Bunny Run 3 in Haworth on Tue 21 Apr, a punchy 3 mile trail with 100 m climb through South Pennines. Finishers get a Cadbury's Creme Egg and Easter egg prizes and can enjoy chip butties at the Sun Inn.

Join the Tigers Trail, a scenic 10 km fell race in the Peak District with about 259 m of climb on Wednesday 22 April 2026. Start above the Fox House with marshalled routes, kit checks and prizes for top finishers.

Run the Calderdale Way from Heptonstall across moorland, woodland and valleys with 30, 50 or 100 miles to choose from. Enjoy vegan friendly aid stations, GPS tracking, baggage drop and a finisher medal on this scenic off road ultra.

Take on the iconic Three Peaks Race on 25 April 2026 in Horton in Ribblesdale, a classic 24 mile fell challenge across Pen y Ghent, Whernside and Ingleborough. Solo and relay teams welcome for big climbs, stunning views and fell running her..

Run the stunning North Wales coast from Prestatyn to Bangor in the North Wales 50km and 100km ultramarathons on 25 April 2026. Expect flat coastal miles, inland hills and iconic sights like Conwy Castle and the Great Orme.

Take on the Fellsman, a rugged 60 mile Yorkshire Dales traverse with 11,000 feet of ascent, or choose the Fellsman Dart 30 mile option with 4,200 feet. Volunteer run with checkpoints, route support and live tracking.

Join the Corvedale Cake Walk for scenic 10 or 22 mile routes around Abdon Burf and Wenlock Edge, with stunning Shropshire views and friendly checkpoints. Finish with cake and hot drinks while supporting local church communities.

Tackle the classic Eskdale Elevation fell race in the Lake District, a testing 20.2 km route with 1455 m of climb across dramatic fells. Enter on the day for £10 with proceeds going to charity.

Experience the Run for Wildlife Spring 10K at Yorkshire Wildlife Park, a running safari on mixed terrain with glimpses of lions, giraffes and rhinos while supporting the Wildlife Foundation. In-person entries include park entry but are curr..

Run the Tissington Trail Marathon or Half in Ashbourne on 26 April 2026 and enjoy traffic free miles along a scenic former railway between Ashbourne and Buxton. Both distances offer a challenging out and back on mixed undulating terrain.

Run Delamere Forest on 26 April 2026, choosing 21k or 42k over undulating woodland trails that pass Blakemere Moss, the Sandstone Trail and Old Pale Hill. Enjoy marked kilometres, aid stations and classic forest scenery.

Take on the Bleaklow Blitz, an 8 mile fell race from Torside Reservoir up the Pennine Way to Bleaklow Head and back. Expect wild moorland, stiff climbs and a fast descent for a classic spring challenge.