Trail Running calendar near Birmingham 2026-2027

Run Brimscombe's canal towpath at the Back to the 80s timed event, choosing any mix of 2.62 mile laps to make 5k to ultra distances. Enjoy a relaxed one hour start window, seven hour limit and a bespoke finisher medal to mark your effort.

A multi distance running event along the River Severn between Ironbridge and Bridgnorth on 21 February 2026. Distances range from 9 miles to 37 miles with 9.4 mile laps and aid stations every 4.7 miles.

The Doctors Gate Fell Race is a 12.7-mile fell run with nearly 3000 feet of ascent, starting from Hawkshead Mill in Glossop. It is a counter in the 2026 English Fell Running Championships. Food and a prize presentation are provided at the f..

Event Overview The Any Kind of Weather Runner is a six-hour timed challenge held in Northampton. Participants can run or walk distances ranging from a 5K to an ultra marathon within the time limit. A participant may start a final lap up to..

A set of city-centre races in Bath that run through two long lit tunnels under the city, with distances from Colourburst fun runs up to a 50 km ultra. Brickfields Park is the hub and the event supports Sustrans with a donation per runner.

Tackle a 9.5 km off-road challenge with two laps around the scenic tracks of Kinver Edge. All finishers get goodies and a medal, with prizes for the top three in each gender. Registration is limited to 100 runners, starting at 09:30.

Round 2 at Brigstock Country Park offers single-lap trail running over **7.5 km** or **15 km**, with waymarked routes, views of Lyveden New Bield, parking, toilets and a custom finisher medal.

Take on the Sorbrook Slog on 22 February 2026, a lively 7 mile multi terrain race through footpaths, fields and gullies around Sorbrook and Sluvad in Cwmbran. Enjoy marshals on course, post race tea and cake and a finishers goodie bag.

The Terminator 2026 is a tough but rewarding 12 mile trail race around Pewsey, Wiltshire, mostly off road with muddy climbs and high point views. All finishers receive a unique T shirt and race village treats await.

This self guided trail race explores 7 miles of Derbyshire's Moss Valley. Runners navigate using written instructions on a scenic route through woodlands and farmland. The event starts from the Green Lawns Community Centre.

This 5-mile trail race offers scenic views around Knypersley Reservoir. It raises funds for charity and includes a morning fun run. Join the field of up to 180 runners for this community event.

The 12th Stockport Trail Half Marathon follows the scenic Middlewood Way and Macclesfield Canal. With chip timing, staggered starts, and a relaxed "Dave Wave" option, it accommodates 500 participants. Prizes are awarded for top finishers an..

Join the MDOC Night Street League for a MapRun navigation challenge in New Mills. Choose your adventure with 40, 60, or 75-minute score courses, using an app or traditional paper maps. On-site registration opens at 5:30 PM for an evening of..

Join a weekend fell and trail running retreat in the Black Mountains, Wales from 27 Feb to 1 Mar 2026 at Dinas Castle Inn. Guided runs on the Dragons Back ridge, skills coaching and bunkhouse accommodation make for an inspiring weekend for..

A 50-mile trail ultramarathon near Chester on 28 February 2026, following the North Cheshire Way and Sandstone Trail with 849 m of ascent, seven checkpoints and a 17 hour cut-off. The 2026 edition was sold out.

A 24-mile winter challenge through the Dark Peak and South Pennine Moors, featuring 3900ft of ascent over mixed moorland and trail terrain. Starting at Dovestone Sailing Club, it offers flexible start times and full support with checkpoints..

The Castle 2 Castle #Ultra is a 32-mile running challenge connecting Welshpool to Chirk. Starting at Powis Estate, the route mixes flat paths with gentle inclines. Finishers are rewarded with a commemorative plate at Caffi Wylfa.

Join Phoenix Running Manchester's Dragonfly Run at Hardy Farm for a timed, multi distance challenge on a flat riverside towpath. Enjoy a bespoke finisher medal option, cakes at aid stations and a £1 donation per runner to Glossop Cat Rescue..

A 4.66-mile trail run on an undulating mixed-terrain course through Derbyshire countryside. The marked route finishes on a runnable hill with medals for all, plus post-race refreshments and a charity raffle.

Take on the Cannock Chase Wildwood Trail Series on 28 Feb 2026 at Birches Valley, a scenic yet testing woodland course with steep climbs, fast descents and technical, muddy trails. Half and 10K with canicross options and eco wooden medals.