Trail Running calendar near Birkenhead 2026-2027

Take on the Eskdale Show fell race in the Lake District, a scenic 6.9 km course with 277 m of climb across classic fell terrain. Open to adults and juniors, with easy entry on the day for spontaneous race plans.

The Three Shires Fell Race is a 22 km mountain event with 1535 m of climbing. Starting from Tilberthwaite Farm, this classic fell race requires navigational skills and specific safety kit for all participants.

A senior fell race near Cliviger covering 4.3 miles (7 km) with about 1310 feet of ascent. The flagged and marshaled course runs over moorland with steep climbs and grassy descents; entry fees are £6 or £8.

A 24 hour offroad run at Leighton Hall in Cumbria on 26 September 2026. Solo, couples and team categories are available, run on a 5 km loop with alternating directions and prizes for distance and time on feet.

The Ladybower Reservoir will take place in Hope Valley on Saturday 26 September 2026. You can run between 21 and 52 kilometers.

Trail runs across the 1,000 plus acre Harewood House estate with 5 mile, 10 mile and 15 mile options, live chip timing, Canicross friendly entries and finishers receiving a medal and snack.

A single-lap 13 km BM fell race on Ilkley Moor with 370 m ascent over rocky tracks, heathery paths, a mile of road and forest sections with roots and slippery bridges. Basic facilities and FRA mandatory kit are required.

Tower to Castle Ultra 30 covers 30.9 miles from Blackpool Tower to Lancaster Castle with a ferry crossing at Fleetwood, way marked sections and compulsory checkpoints. Pre registration is required and entries close 20 September 2026.

A mid distance fell race at Canolfan Ceiriog Centre in Glyn Ceiriog on 26 September 2026 covering 11.6 km with 425 m of ascent. Entry is £6 on the day and the centre provides refreshments and changing facilities.

A charity relay in Malham on 27 September 2026 with mixed teams formed on the day and an entry fee of £5 per person. The route climbs near the summit of Cawden Hill then returns on a direct descent.

A village based fell race on 27 September 2026 covering 11.3 km with 415 m ascent. The course is marshalled and partially flagged, basic waterproof kit is required, and prizes are awarded by age category and teams.

A BM fell race around Wirksworth covering 13.7 km with 457 m of ascent, run on varied quarry, trail and pasture terrain under FRA licence. The route includes steep climbs, Harborough Rocks and views toward Carsington Water.

Trail races at Delamere Forest on 27 September 2026 offering a 13.1-mile half marathon (two laps) and a 10.6 km 10K (one lap), with chip timing, aid stations, marshals and a canicross option.

A trail event in Blackpool on 27 September 2026 using a 10K loop for 10K, half marathon, marathon and ultra distances, passing Marton Mere, Blackpool Zoo and offering on-course refreshments and bespoke finisher medals.

A five mile trail race in Worsley on 27 September 2026, organised by Swinton Running Club at Beesley Green Community Centre. Affiliated and unaffiliated entries are offered and on the day entry is subject to availability.

Breidden Hills is an 11.5 km fell race around Criggion, Shropshire with 790 m of ascent. The course is partially marked so navigational skills and kit checks are required, entrants must be over 18 and entry is £8.

Rowbotham's Round Rotherham is a long distance trail event around South Yorkshire with solo and relay options over 80 km or 50 miles. The undulating route includes about 800 m of climb and is based at the Manvers Waterfront Boat Club.

Two routes from Buxton Community School through the western Peak District: 26.2 miles with 4000 ft ascent or 14.3 miles with 2000 ft ascent. Checkpoints provide refreshments and a hot meal at the finish.

A 35 mile circular ultra in North Yorkshire that follows the northern Ripon Rowel through Nidderdale AONB and finishes via Studley Royal deer park. Options exist for solo runners and relay teams with staffed checkpoints and village hall fac..

A 15.2 km fell race in the Peak District with 490 m of climb, held at Curbar Primary School on 3 October 2026. Pre-entry is required and proceeds go to Curbar Primary School.