Trail Running calendar near Birmingham 2026-2027

A fixed 10.5 km moorland race around Totley with 440 m of climb, varied terrain and marshalled checkpoints. Entry is limited to 250 and runners must follow the mapped route and carry required FRA kit.

A one-lap, approximately 10 km trail race at Quarry Bank Mill on 19 May 2026. The route mixes trail, grass, tarmac, gravel and steps and includes a charity contribution for tree planting.

An off road 10 km trail run around Barbury Castle near Wroughton, with tracks, hills and ridge top views. The event raises funds for the Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity and is currently full with a waiting list.

A five race trail series at Wirral Country Park held on the third Tuesday of each month April to August. Races are about 8K, open to runners aged 16 and over, with per race and series entry options and series awards.

A short, hilly 5.3 km race in All Stretton on 20 May 2026 with registration at the Yew Tree Inn. The event includes junior races, supports local charities, and forms part of the Shropshire Summer Series.

A social *10 km* trail run from Kickback Coffee’s Bollington HQ with free coffee on arrival. The route includes stiles, steady climbs, and panoramic views across the Peak District and Manchester.

Trail 5k and new 10k at Dunkertons Park lead through fields and woodlands to elevated viewpoints. Prizes are awarded for top three men and women and refreshments are provided at the race HQ.

Tackle the Peak District on 21 May 2026 at the Parks Life fell race in Belper Parks Recreation Ground. Choose the main 7 km route with 210 m climb or shorter junior races for U12 and U10, with on the day entries available.

A BS Category fell race in Castleton on 22 May 2026 covering 9.2 km with 427 m ascent along the Great Ridge and descending from Hollins Cross. Entry is via SiEntries, fee £8 and minimum age 18.

An evening fell race around Carsington Pasture with views of the Peak District and Carsington Water. The *9.5 km* route has 230 m of ascent, rough pasture and two road crossings; free parking and post race food are available.

Running festival at Grimsthorpe Castle Estate on 23 and 24 May 2026 offering 10, 40, 70 and 100 mile solo races and a 100 mile team relay. The marked 10 mile loop passes woodland, limestone tracks and the estate lake and includes free weeke..

A non-stop **145 mile** towpath race from Birmingham to Little Venice, London, run under UK Athletics rules. Entry is for runners aged 20 plus, limited to 100 starters, with a 45 hour overall cut off and support options for unsupported runn..

A 6.5 km hill run from Trefonen Village Hall with 150 m of ascent, mixed farmland, woods and country lanes. The partly waymarked course includes varied underfoot conditions and a trig point on Mynydd Myfyr; entry is available on the day.

A chip timed *10k* trail run on 24 May 2026 that starts and finishes at Bredon Cricket Club. The marshalled route climbs to the 299 m summit of Bredon Hill and all finishers receive a medal.

Choose your own distance on a flat, scenic 5.3km loop along the River Mersey. This timed event gives you 7 hours to run as many laps as you like, from a single lap to an ultra. Every participant earns a finisher's medal.

Crocodile 8 on 24 May 2026 is a hilly trail and tarmac race around Tillington and Burghill with music en route and an after-event party at Burghill Community Academy. Senior and junior distances are available.

A socially paced trail run from Kickback Coffee in Altrincham that pairs a pre run coffee with a post run beer. The point to point route covers 16k along the canal and finishes at Track Brewing Taproom with a free beer.

A 10 km trail race at Marlow Rugby Club on May 25, part of the Ales & Trails series, featuring trails, woodland and Thames towpath. Entry includes a medal, a Rebellion pint cup and a free drink at the finish.

Tackle a scenic 4.5 mile fell race with 305 m of climbing around Bamford in the Peak District on Monday 25 May 2026. Part of the lively Bamford sheepdog trial festival, the event pairs fast trails with rural festivities and offers pre entry..

An off-road race in Dursley on 25 May 2026 covering about 10.31 km with 318 m of climb, visiting Cam Peak, Cam Long Down, Uley Bury and Downham Hill. Entries are limited to 120 and handled via Entry Central.