Trail Running calendar near Birmingham 2024-2025

The Great Hucklow Fell Race is a community-run event that takes place annually, featuring a challenging 10km (6 miles) route with approximately 340m (1000') of ascent. The race showcases a unique and varied landscape, starting with a downhill stretch through the village before ascending to the Abney..

The Slawit-Rock up N' Run - Summer Evening Series is a delightful running event held in the village of Slaithwaite, offering both 5k and 10k distances. Participants can enjoy a scenic out-and-back course while experiencing a vibrant community atmosphere. The event features a BBQ, beer, and chocolate..

The Summer 10K is an exciting running event hosted by Big Bear Events, taking place in the scenic Coombe Abbey Park, Coventry. Participants can enjoy a picturesque course that winds through woodlands, meadows, and grassy fields, offering a unique running experience. The event features a tiered prici..

The Swan Challenge is a unique trail running event held at Coombe Abbey Park, offering participants a flexible 6-hour timeframe to complete as many 3.3-mile laps as they desire. This event caters to all abilities, allowing runners, hikers, and walkers to enjoy the scenic course featuring mature wood..

The Brecons Trail, Fell Running and Yoga Camp offers an immersive weekend experience in the stunning Bannau Brycheiniog National Park. Participants can enjoy guided runs ranging from 10 to 15 miles, complemented by morning yoga sessions tailored for runners. This camp is ideal for those training for..

Race to the Stones is the UK's largest ultramarathon, taking place along Britain’s oldest footpath, the Ridgeway. Participants can choose to complete a 100km route either non-stop or over two days, with options for 50km segments on each day. The event starts in Lewknor and finishes at the historic A..

The Hallow 12 Parish Challenge is an outdoor running and walking event set in the scenic village of Hallow, Worcester. Participants can choose from various distances, including 10, 14, 18, 26, and 40 miles, all primarily off-road and through beautiful countryside. The event emphasizes inclusivity, a..

The Maverick X Series Cotswolds 2025 is a premier trail running event set in the stunning Cotswold Hills, starting from the historic Sudeley Castle. Celebrating its 10th year, the event offers four challenging routes: Ultra (51 km), Long (43 km), Middle (23 km), and Short (15 km), each showcasing th..

The Peak Forest Fell Race is a scenic running event set in the stunning Peak District countryside, covering a distance of 9.7 km with an elevation gain of 247 m. Participants can register online or on the day of the event, with entry fees set at £6.00 in advance and £8.00 for same-day registration. ..

The Piece of Cake Trail Run is an exciting running event taking place on July 13, 2024, in Carding Mill Valley, Shropshire. Participants can choose from three distances: 10K, Half Marathon (13.1 miles), or Marathon (26.2 miles), all set against the stunning backdrop of the Shropshire Hills and The L..

The Ultra:5K event returns on July 13, 2025, at Box End Park in Kempston, Bedford, marking its ninth edition. This unique running challenge offers two options: the Ultra:5K FIVE, consisting of five 5K races over five hours, and the Ultra:5K THREE, featuring three 5K races over three hours. Participa..

The Bamford Carnival Fell Race is a well-established event in the Peak District, attracting over 200 runners of various skill levels. The race covers a distance of 7.2 km with a 320-meter ascent, starting and finishing at the Bamford Recreation Ground. Participants navigate a challenging route that ..

The Sheldon Fell Race will take place in Birmingham on Thursday 17 July 2025.

The Hughenden Manor 10K is a popular trail running event set in the scenic Hughenden Valley, near High Wycombe. This challenging race features a hilly 10K course that winds through beautiful woodland and rural trails, making it suitable for runners of all fitness levels. Participants can expect a we..

The Humanity Direct Chiltern Challenge is a one-day endurance running event set in the picturesque Chiltern Hills, offering distances of 10 km, 25 km, and 50 km. Participants can run for free by committing to raise funds for Humanity Direct, which supports life-changing medical operations for childr..

The Maverick X Series Chilterns 2025 is a trail running event set in the picturesque Stonor Park, featuring four distinct routes: Ultra (52 km), Long (42 km), Middle (22 km), and Short (12 km). Participants will navigate through the stunning Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, encountering..

Manvers Dusk till Dawn is an exciting endurance running event taking place over a 12-hour period, where participants aim to complete as many 3.21-mile laps around a scenic lake as possible. Suitable for runners of all abilities, the event allows flexibility in starting and finishing times, with brea..

The Hughenden Manor Half Marathon is a scenic trail running event set in the picturesque Hughenden Valley, featuring a challenging 21.1 km course that winds through the woodlands surrounding the National Trust's Hughenden Manor. Participants can expect a mix of hilly terrain and beautiful views, mak..

The Wye Valley Tunnel Run features a variety of running events including a 10km, Half Marathon, and Marathon, taking place on July 20, 2025. The courses primarily follow the scenic old railway line, offering flat and shaded routes, with sections running through the historic Tidenham Tunnel. Particip..

The Winwick Hall Trail Races feature fully marked and marshaled trail races of 10k and 5k, along with a 2k children's fun run, set in the scenic Winwick Hall Estate. These races offer a mix of terrains, including grassland and country paths, providing both a welcoming introduction to trail running a..