Trail Running calendar near Birmingham 2026-2027

A multi-distance running event at Naseby Village Hall with trail and road courses including a 35 mile ultra. The route alternates direction by year, features five checkpoints and requires mandatory kit and GPS tracking.

A self guided 13 mile run around the Garden City Greenway in Letchworth Garden City, starting and finishing at Standalone Farm. Run under UKA rules with a three hour time limit and profits donated to GRIT charity.

A guided 30 km trail run in the Chiltern Hills with trail technique instruction, checkpoints, a finisher’s medal and Trees not Tees certificate, based near Tring Station with limited spaces.

A 10 km trail run at Symonds Yat in the Forest of Dean with undulating terrain and views of the River Wye. The final 1 km includes a large climb to the finish. Coffee and hot food are available at the start and finish.

A trail running event conceived to increase participation from Black people, people of the global majority and allies. It offers 1K, 5K and 10K distances, children's entries are free under 16, and the day includes food, live music and activ..

Hairy Legs is an all ages cross-country event at Sheepcot Recreation Ground on 10 May 2026, with children's laps, teenage and adult loops plus solo and relay options, and proceeds supporting two local primary schools.

A multi-distance trail event in the Cotswolds on 10th May 2026, featuring quarter, half, marathon and Ultra 40 routes across trails, towpaths and commons with marked routes, checkpoints and on-course water.

A community 5k trail run and walk around East Hendred with a separate 1k kids event on the Sportsground. Entries are limited and close on 8 May 2026.

A roughly 5 mile single lap trail through Stowell Park and the Coln Valley near Chedworth Roman Villa. The multi terrain course includes footpaths, fields and a river crossing and has a 2 hour 30 minute finishing limit.

A cross country event in Little Gaddesden on 10 May 2026 offering 10K, 5K and mini races for under 7s. Pre registration and on the day fees apply and medals are awarded to all finishers.

Experience an off road running event in the Clwydian Range featuring marathon, half marathon, and 10k distances. Take on hilly trails with sustainable local support and options for canicross runners.

A five mile trail race on 10 May 2026 at Clock Face Country Park organised by Widnes Running Club in memory of Chris Lam, using chip timing with prizes for the top three men and women.

Experience the landscape of Bollington with a choice of a half marathon or 10k trail run. Conquer the climbs of White Nancy and Kerridge to earn a bespoke finishers medal in this chip timed event.

An off-road 10K along the Llangollen Canal on 10 May 2026, based at Llangollen Leisure Centre. The event also includes a kids 1 mile; entries include a Bespoke finisher medal and have specific age, refund and image use rules.

A measured, chip timed 5 km race through canals and trails in Middlewich on 10 May 2026. The 5k is sold out but limited places remain for the Family Fun Run and all finishers receive a medal and goodie bag.

A community 10k trail run from Kickback Coffee in Macclesfield with free coffee on arrival. The route climbs onto the Gritstone Trail with varied terrain and stiles, offers wide views and is not pram friendly; dogs may need to be kept on a..

A family fun run and a five mile all terrain race across National Trust parkland, marshalled with chipped timing and medals; proceeds fund school equipment, trips and PE provision.

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.

Experience a scenic 5 mile multi terrain race through the historic Woodbank and Vernon Parks. This chip timed event features undulating trails alongside the Goyt Valley and finishes in the iconic Woodbank Stadium.

A short fell race in Church Stretton on 13 May 2026 covering 5.6 km with 268 m ascent. Entry is on the day for £7 and registration is at Church Stretton Cricket Club; junior options are available.