Trail Running calendar near Birkenhead 2025-2026

Explore Shropshire countryside on the Corvedale Cake Walk, a scenic challenge over Abdon Burf and Wenlock Edge with checkpoint cakes and hot drinks. Walkers and runners welcome, with proceeds supporting local church communities.

Take on Cadair X, a scenic mountain half marathon of 13.1 miles that climbs to the summit of Cadair Idris. Expect rugged trails, woodland and glacial lakes for a dramatic and rewarding mountain run.

Join the Run for Wildlife Spring 10K at Yorkshire Wildlife Park for a scenic single loop around the grounds, supporting the Wildlife Foundation. Open to walkers, joggers and runners, this family friendly event blends wildlife and fitness.

Run the scenic, traffic free Tissington Trail from Ashbourne to Buxton with marathon and half marathon options on an undulating out and back course. Finish at Ashbourne Leisure Centre with bespoke medal, free photos and prizes.

RunThrough Delamere Forest 26 April 2026 features scenic 42k and 21k trails through woodland, Blakemere Moss and the Sandstone Trail. Clear course markings, marshals and an event village promise great Cheshire views and a memorable day.

Join Piglove By The River for 5km and 10km runs from a riverside beer garden in Leeds, featuring scenic, mostly flat trails perfect for fast times or a fun social run. All finishers receive a Piglove Brewery drink and optional tees or medal..

Tackle a 50 mile trail ultramarathon through the stunning limestone scenery of Malham and the Yorkshire Dales on 2 May 2026. Expect big climbs, iconic peaks and well stocked checkpoints on this tough but beautifully scenic UKA permitted rac..

Take on the Welsh 3000s Ultra Run on 2 May 2026 in Snowdonia, a guided mountain run over all 15 Welsh 3,000 ft peaks. About 30 miles with 4,000 m of ascent, Adventure Awaits provides expert guides, a support vehicle and food stations.

Take on the HOWUM 2026 30 mile trail ultra around Llanidloes, following scenic paths past reservoirs, the Severn source and historic waymarked trails. With no time limit and three supported checkpoints this is a wild friendly challenge.

Join a guided Paddy Buckley recce and fun run across the Moelwyns from Capel Curig to Nantmor on 3 May 2026, covering about 35 km with 2,500 m of ascent through stunning Snowdonia scenery. Small groups and experienced Mountain Leader guides..

Start the Jane Tomlinson Canal Race Series with a flat 5 km along the scenic canal towpath in Methley on 5 May 2026. Community race raising funds for the Jane Tomlinson Appeal with age category prizes.

Enjoy a scenic, hilly 5 mile trail around Rainow and Kerridge Ridge at the Rainow 5, held on the first Wednesday evening in May. Friendly, low key event with modest prizes, post race cakes and a pub gathering, all raising funds for local ch..

The Sheinton Steeplchase is a 5.3 km cross-country race held near Sheinton Church by Cressage in the West Midlands. Featuring a total ascent of 100 meters, it offers a challenging yet accessible course that is not a traditional fell race bu..

Brockholes Bimble on 8 May 2026 offers 10K, half, marathon or ultra on scenic trails around lakes, the River Ribble and woodlands. Limited to 100 entrants, the friendly event includes snacks, a bespoke finisher medal and £2 from each entry..

Take on THE LAP, a fully waymarked 47 mile 75K trail ultra circling Lake Windermere, open to runners and walkers with a 24 hour limit. Enjoy scenic low level Lakes running, stocked aid stations, GPS tracking and a finisher medal.

Take on Offa's Dyke in 24 Hours South, a continuous 24 hour challenge from Prestatyn heading south along the National Trail. Solo runners or teams of 2 to 4 can run or walk, aiming to reach the furthest point south when time elapses.

Take on the tenth Spire Ultra on 9 May 2026, a 33 mile trail challenge around Chesterfield that winds over moorland, ancient woods and rolling farmland. Enjoy rugged scenery, navigational thrills and a special 10 year finisher memento.

Take on the Marsden Moors Marathon on 9 May 2026 with scenic circular routes of 26, 23 or 18 miles around the Colne Valley. Enjoy moorland trails, reservoir and canal views, checkpoints and a warm finish meal for a memorable challenge.

The Cottam Canter on Saturday 9 May 2026 at UCLAN Sports Arena in Preston offers 5K through ultra distances on a scenic 5K canal and park loop, perfect for loop lovers and ultra runners. Field limited to 100 so enter early.

Five Trig Points on 9 May 2026 is an 18 to 19 mile trail challenge around Delph with about 3,000 ft of ascent and self navigation to five local trig points. Manned checkpoints supply snacks and the finish offers free soup and hot drinks.