Trail Running calendar near Birkenhead 2025-2026

Run a scenic 10K or half marathon around Carsington Water on Saturday 4 April 2026, with undulating trail routes and sweeping reservoir views. Every entry includes a themed medal, water and post race goodies, and an event tee is available a..

Classic Lake District fell run from New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel, a sharp 3.5 mile course with 2100 ft of climbing over rough rock and moor. Day entries welcome; bring map, compass and waterproofs for this high country test.

Event overview Its Grim Up North Running stages a canal towpath event on the Leeds & Liverpool Canal near the Barge Pub in Rodley (LS13 1HP) on 05/04/2026. The course is an out-and-back along a flat, even towpath with good trail underfo..

Join the Chasewater Easter Egg Challenge on 05/04/2026 for scenic undulating multi terrain runs around the reservoir, with distances from junior to 20k. Dress as an Easter character and enjoy a bespoke medal, free photos and prizes.

Enjoy a scenic 10K plus trail from Shibden Hall to the heart of Halifax, threading through historic buildings usually closed to the public. This inaugural race supports Calderdale Overgate Hospice.

Join this friendly 3 mile race in Haworth on the South West Pennines, climbing 100 m over a scenic course around the Old Sun Hotel. Every finisher gets a Cadbury's Creme Egg and winners take Easter eggs, with chip butties at the pub after.

Run the scenic Ripon Rowel and visit Fountains Abbey, Hackfall Woods and other historic spots at the Punk Panther Ripon Stinger hosted from Studley Roger Village Hall. Distances to suit all levels with medals, shirts and hot food.

Calderdale Hike on 11 April 2026 features 16, 24 and 35 mile circular routes across Pennine valleys and moors with big climbs and great views. Proceeds support 24th St Paul's Scouts and entrants aged 14 plus are welcome.

The Jeffrey's Mount Figure of Eight on Sat 11 Apr 2026 in the Lake District is a classic 7.8 km fell race with 530 m of climb that rewards stamina and navigation. On the day entry is £8 and proceeds support Macmillan Cancer Support.

The Summit 2 Sea - Offa's Dyke Half Marathon is a challenging spring race covering approximately 13.8 miles from the summit of Moel y Parc to the coast at Prestatyn. Runners will ascend over 2,450 feet, starting at over 1,300 feet above sea..

Enjoy Bramham Park trails with 5km, 10km and half marathon options that pass estate statues, woodland and scenic views. Canicross friendly, this atmospheric trail event is perfect for runners wanting a memorable countryside run.

Take on the Llangollen Fell Race on 12 April 2026 with three scenic but testing routes from 5 miles to 28 km across the North Wales hills. Race HQ serves tea, coffee and cakes and entry is open in advance or on the day.

Take on the Montane Howgills Trail in Sedbergh on 12 April 2026, a scenic challenge across the Howgill fells with 10K, half marathon and marathon options. Enjoy great support, timing, photos and a bespoke finisher medal.

Ogwen | Yr Helgi Du 2026 is a skyrunning style mountain trail race on April 12 at Plas y Brenin, Capel Curig, weaving technical ridges across the Carneddau and Glyderau. Expect tough terrain, stunning views and a lively event village.

Spring in Lakeland is a scenic one day LDWA route from Ambleside that takes runners and walkers on about 23 miles with big Lakeland climbs and views. Enjoy classic scenery, a navigation challenge and friendly checkpoints.

Run the Rivington 10 miles Trail Challenge on 12 April 2026, a scenic chip timed route around Rivington Village, White Coppice and Wheelton plantation. Popular and often sold out, finishers earn bespoke medals and top prize categories.

Tackle a classic spring fell race in Mow Cop on Sun 12 Apr 2026: 10.5 km with 400 m of climb across stirring hill terrain. Entries on the day for adults 18 and over, with team scoring and friendly club spirit.

Join the Bunny Run 2 in Haworth on Tue 14 Apr for a lively 3 mile course with 100 m climb across the South West Pennines. Teams welcome, minimum age 12, finishers get a Cadbury Creme Egg and Easter egg prizes with chip butties and pub hospi..

Take on the Ossy Moors Fell Race in Oswaldtwistle on Wednesday 15 April 2026. This lively 5 mile fell course with about 300 m of climb weaves Bowland trails and offers on the day entry for a friendly competitive vibe.

Take on a midweek Peak District challenge at Herod Farm: a scenic but testing 3 mile route with 340 m of climb. Pre entry is £6 or £10 on the night; registration runs 18:15 to 19:15.