Trail Running calendar near Birkenhead 2025-2026

The Hameldon Quarry Fell Race will take place in Hapton on Sunday 4 May 2025.

The "May The Fourth Be With You" event offers participants the choice of running a half marathon or a full marathon in the scenic Shropshire Hills, starting from Carding Mill Valley near Church Stretton. Following a successful 2024 event, entries for the 2025 race are now open, with a limit of 200 p..

The Coiners Fell Race is an exciting running event organized by Calder Valley Fell Runners, featuring a challenging 11 km (6.9 miles) route with a total ascent of 396 meters (1,300 feet). Set in the picturesque Coiner's country, the race takes participants through scenic paths, tracks, and moorland,..

The Hartcliff Hill Race is a popular fell running event taking place in Penistone, Sheffield. This 4.6-mile race features a marked and marshalled course, suitable for runners of all experience levels. The terrain includes a mix of fields, rough tracks, and short asphalt sections.The race starts and..

The Jane Tomlinson Canal Race Series is a well-established running event organized by Rothwell Harriers, featuring three scenic 5-kilometer races along the flat canal towpath of the Aire and Calder Navigation in Methley, Leeds. The series aims to raise funds for the Jane Tomlinson Appeal and include..

The Sheinton Steeplechase is a popular cross-country running event organized by Mercia Fell Runners, aimed at promoting safe and sustainable fell running in the West Midlands. The race features a distance of 5.3 km with a total ascent of 100 meters, making it an accessible challenge for runners. Par..

The Rainow 5 is a popular trail and fell race held annually on the first Wednesday evening in May, organized by the Macclesfield Harriers & Athletic Club. This event features a challenging 5-mile route that includes a significant ascent, taking participants through scenic areas like White Nancy and..

The Lothersdale Fell Race, organized by the Keighley and Craven Athletics Club, is a challenging yet enjoyable fell race that takes participants on a scenic route up to the trig point on Pinhaw. Covering approximately 3.4 miles with a climb of 591 feet, this midweek event is designed for runners age..

The Brockholes Bimble is a running event hosted by Preston, Fylde & Wyre Running at the scenic Brockholes Nature Reserve in Preston. Participants can choose from various distances, including a 10K, half marathon, marathon, and ultra, with entry fees varying based on affiliation. A portion of each en..

The Lap - Windermere Ultra Clockwise is a scenic 47-mile trail ultra event around Lake Windermere, designed for both runners and walkers. The course is fully way-marked and features 2,500 route marking arrows, GPS tracking, and five fully stocked aid stations, including a halfway feed station with a..

Cadair X is a challenging half marathon event organized by WESWIMRUN, set against the stunning backdrop of Cadair Idris in Wales. The route spans 13.1 miles, featuring a significant elevation gain of 1165 meters, and comprises 65% trail, 25% mountain path, and 10% tarmac. Participants will navigate..

The Storth Stampede will take place in Storth on Saturday 10 May 2025.

The Pendle Cloughs Fell Race is a challenging running event set in the scenic landscape near Downham Village Hall, Lancashire. Covering a distance of 14 miles with significant elevation gain, the race features steep climbs and rugged terrain, making it a true test for participants. Runners navigate..

The Fairfield Horseshoe Race is an AM classified running event taking place at Rydal Hall near Ambleside, Great Britain. The challenging 9-mile (14.5 km) course features a total ascent of 2999 ft (914 m) and follows a clockwise route around the horseshoe. Participants must adhere to specific equipme..

The Cottam Canter, organized by Preston, Fylde & Wyre Running, is a multi-distance running event taking place at the UCLAN Sports Arena in Cottam, Preston. Participants can choose from various distances including 5K, 10K, half marathon, marathon, and ultra, with courses that feature scenic routes al..

The Sedbergh Fell Race is a challenging running event organized by the British Open Fell Runners Association (BOFRA). Set in the scenic backdrop of Sedbergh, the race features a demanding course that includes a steep ascent to the summit of Winder, followed by a rapid descent. The race covers a dist..

The Furty Furlong is a challenging 3.75-mile off-road running event taking place in the scenic private grounds of Mapplewell Meadows Farm in Barnsley, South Yorkshire. Organized by Kingstone Runners, the course features hilly terrain primarily composed of grass, with some gravel and potentially mudd..

The Marsden Moors and Marathon event, organized by the Long Distance Walkers Association (LDWA), offers participants a choice of three challenging circular routes: 26.2 miles, 23 miles, or 18 miles, set in the scenic Colne Valley. Scheduled for May 10, 2025, the event begins and ends at Marsden Paro..

The Spire Ultra is a 33-mile trail race set in the picturesque countryside surrounding Chesterfield, now in its 9th year. The route primarily follows the Chesterfield Round Walk, showcasing a variety of landscapes, including high moorland, ancient woodlands, and rolling farmland. Participants will e..

The 24 Hours South - The Offa's Dyke Ultra is an endurance running event taking place in Prestatyn, North Wales, on May 10-11, 2025. Participants will traverse the Offa's Dyke Footpath for 24 hours, aiming to cover the greatest distance by noon on May 11. Runners can choose to walk, run, or alternat..