Trail Running calendar near Birmingham 2026-2027

Tackle a classic Saddleworth fell race with sweeping views over Manchester on a testing 10 km course with 400 m of climb. Mass start from the Cross Keys Inn with on the day entry available and a well earned chip butty at the finish.

Trail races of 5k, 5 mile and 10 mile start and finish at Inspire Luton Sports Village, following countryside trails on the Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire border. Facilities include a car park, changing rooms, showers and a café.

A short, historic fell race from Buxworth to the summit of Eccles Pike and back. The AS classified course is about 3.4 miles with roughly 275 m of climb, offers age category prizes, and includes a small travel voucher incentive.

Ricky's Race is a challenging 7.3 km trail run near Matlock, featuring steep woodland climbs and a final punishing ascent to the Oker Trig Point. The route offers technical descents and spectacular valley views. Registration is online only..

A challenging fell race in the Peak District featuring 370m of climb over a 6km course. Entry is on the day at Cartworth Moor Cricket Club near Holmfirth. The route is well marked and marshalled for a classic short fell running experience.

The Flagg Moor Run returns in 2026. This 5.5-mile fell race takes runners on a scenic, mostly off-road tour through the fields and lanes of the Peak District. Participants must be at least 16 years old.

The Foxton Hound Ultra offers 100k and 50k races along the scenic Harborough Round footpath. Runners pass historical sites and receive support from multiple aid stations. The event features guided recces and requires all participants to car..

A multi-distance running event in Bath that routes through two long, lit railway tunnels and finishes at Brickfields Park; proceeds partly support Sustrans and ticketing for this edition is sold out.

Take on the Piethorne Fell Race on Sun 16 Aug 2026: a 10 km test with 275 m of climb across the scenic South West Pennines. Starts at the Bulls Head in Newhey with cash prizes for record breakers and both pre entries and on the day entry.

Take on the Fellrunner on Sunday 16 August 2026 in Crowden in the Peak District, a testing 12.9 km course with 518 m of climb across wild moorland and open fell. Pre entry and on the day entry available; open to runners aged 18 and over.

Inferno - Edale's Ring of Hell is a tough trail event in the Peak District with four challenging distances. Starting in Edale, the self-navigated route takes runners over steep ascents, rocky paths, and even a waterfall. All finishers get a..

Tackle a 45 or 30 mile ultra run on a loop around Bristol. Starting from Aston Park School, the event offers two challenging distances. Registration closes on 21 August 2026.

The Beast of Llangattock is a Welsh trail running event with four distances, from 10 km to a 32-mile ultra. Routes showcase panoramic mountain views, open moorland, and historic trails. The event features well-stocked checkpoints, mandatory..

Trail half marathon and 10k around Carsington Water on 22 August 2026, on marked and marshalled paths. The event includes an event village with food and finish-line goodies and a discounted event t-shirt with entry.

The Phoenix Afterglow is the final event in a 2026 summer series, held on a flat, scenic 5.3km loop along the River Mersey. Participants choose their own distance within a 7-hour window, with a finisher's medal for everyone. The event suppo..

Hit the trails at the Wendover Woods Running Festival in August 2026. Choose from a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, or Junior Race on scenic woodland paths. Enjoy chip timing, a themed medal, and free race photos.

Take on the Trunce 8, a classic Peak District fell race starting and finishing at Oxspring Playing Field. The 6.2 km route climbs 190 m and entry is on the day for £3, with a junior 3 km race for over 10s at £1.

The Leeds & Liverpool Canal 130 Mile Race is a point-to-point ultra from Liverpool to Leeds on 29th August 2026. With a 40-hour time limit, it offers supported and unsupported options for runners aged 20 and over.

Run at the historic Nottingham Racecourse within Colwick Park. Choose from a 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, or Junior Race on a flat, scenic course. Your entry includes a themed medal, free photos, and chip timing.

The Pershore Plum 10k is a road race organized by the local running club Pershore Plum Plodders. Mark your calendar for the 30th of August 2026 for this Worcestershire event. The club is England Athletics accredited and has a history of hos..