Trail Running calendar near Birkenhead 2026-2027

A guided recce of the Paddy Buckley Round in Snowdonia. This leg covers 15km with 1,580m of climb over the Hebogs on 10th May 2026. Experienced guides with Mountain Leader qualifications lead the run.

Run through vibrant bluebell woods and along the River Yarrow on this scenic 10K trail. Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere, a custom finisher's medal, and a post-race gathering at the Flaming Grill Pub.

Choose between a 10k or 15k trail run through the tracks and fields around Scorton village. The route climbs to Nicky Nook for panoramic views across Lancashire. Both fully marked courses start from Gubberford Lane.

Trunce 3 at Oxspring Playing Field on Mon 11 May 2026 offers a scenic but hilly 6.2 km senior race with 190 m of climb in the Peak District. Entry on the day is £3 with a 3 km over 10 junior race included, part of an eight race series.

Take on the Caradoc Classic, a scenic 3.5 miles fell race from Church Stretton climbing about 268 m. Part of the local Summer Series, this friendly community event includes junior races and on the day entries.

Tackle the Caw fell race in the Lake District on Wednesday 13 May 2026, 9.3 km with 550 m climb from Broughton Mills. Day of race entry, great views and a classic fell running challenge for all abilities.

Take on the classic Shining Tor fell race in the Peak District on 13 May 2026, a scenic 9.4 km challenge with 311 m of climb. Expect rough trails, great views and a friendly fell running atmosphere for adults of all abilities.

Part of a summer series, this event in Rodley features 5k and 10k distances. Registration is simple, with on-the-day entries accepted. All runners get a medal, food, and a drink.

Ultra-Trail Snowdonia by UTMB is a UTMB World Series trail running event in Llanberis, North Wales, offering races from 25 km to 164 km with large elevation gains across technical mountain terrain. It is scheduled for 15 to 17 May 2026.

Join the Hayfield May Queen fell race on Fri 15 May 2026 for a lively village run as part of the May Queen celebrations and the 3 Days in May series. Entry is on the day, with all proceeds supporting the May Queen charities.

The Holcombe 10 will take place in Ramsbottom on Saturday 16 May 2026. You can run between 10 and 10 miles.

Explore Yorkshire's trails at the Punk Panther Skipton Skedaddle. Choose from four distances, from a half marathon to a 50-mile ultra, on routes linking famous paths like the Pennine Way. Every finisher gets a medal and a meal back at the h..

Distances The event offers three trail distances and a relay: 10 km 13.1 miles (Half Marathon) 26.2 miles (Full Marathon) Marathon Relay (teams of two, each running a half-marathon lap) The 10 km and half marathon are single-lap routes. T..

Starts at The Unicorn Inn in Telford, the route follows Ironbridge Gorge and the Silkin Way. Options include eight miles, sixteen miles or a full marathon and food and ales will be available afterwards.

The classic Sedbergh Fell Race ascends Winder, offering a short but steep 3.5 km course with 340 meters of climb. It is a BOFRA championship event with dedicated junior races. The race starts from The Showfield in Sedbergh.

A 37 mile circular fell race in the Lake District visiting Helvellyn, Scafell Pike and Coniston Old Man. Teams of two navigate mountain terrain under FRA rules and must carry compulsory safety kit.

Tackle the Mark Boulton Memorial Mount Famine fell race in the Peak District on Sat 16 May 2026. This testing 8 km course climbs 564 m and rewards strength, skill and grit on rough moorland.

Run the Shropshire Historic 50K from Telford Town Park to The Quarry Park in Shrewsbury on 16 May 2026, via Ironbridge, Buildwas Abbey and Wroxeter Roman City. Officially measured with chip timing, nutrition stations and free photos.

The Charlesworth Chase is an 8.3 km fell race in the Yorkshire Dales on 16 May 2026. Starting from the Craven Arms in Appletreewick, it features 366 m of climb. Entry is on the day only and includes a beer at the finish.

Leaden Boot Challenge The Leaden Boot Challenge is a 26.2-mile walk/run event with 4,800 feet of ascent and descent. It starts and finishes in Alstonefield, a village in the Peak District National Park. The route is elliptical and goes thro..