Trail Running calendar near Birmingham 2026-2027

A long, non-commercial fell race in the Black Mountains with a 27.4 km route and 1586 m of ascent. The event uses five checkpoints, requires full navigational kit, and operates on open access land with no on-course water provided.

An 81 mile single loop ultra on the Bunyan Way in Bedfordshire with a 24 hour cutoff, 1,219 metres of climb and seven aid stations. The runnable country route features live tracking, medical cover and a bespoke finisher medal and T shirt.

A trail running event in Alton on 12 September 2026 offering a 10 km trail and a 2 mile fun run. The route uses gravel tracks and woodland trails and passes through the grounds of Alton Castle; medals for all finishers.

A *10 km* trail race around Cleveland Lakes organised by the Cotswold Lakes Trust, run on flat tree lined paths with water views. Participants must be 15 years or over and agree to the event terms.

A trail running event at Bakewell Showground with three off road distances 21.5k, 15k and 9.1k. Routes follow the Monsal Trail and River Derwent, pass Chatsworth House and include varied woodland and open trail sections with on course suppo..

Tackle the Ilam Three Peaks fell race on Sun 13 Sep 2026 in the Peak District, a punchy 6.4 km route with 520 m of climb across classic fell terrain. Pre entry required, so book early for this steep, scenic challenge.

TrailFest at Holdenby House offers four traffic free trail distances inside a private estate, with routes on farm tracks, field edges and through a small wood, plus rolling hills and open countryside views.

A single-lap trail race in Colne Valley covering 6.0 miles with 300 m ascent, marshals and waymarks, finishing at Zapato Brewery with prizes for top finishers.

Experience an annual fun run at Barton Abbey in Oxfordshire featuring 10k and 5k courses on undulating terrain. Join several race distances or a flexible family fun run to support the maintenance of Steeple Barton Church.

A multi terrain 10 km run and canicross near Wallingford on September 13, 2026, with about 75% off road and 100 m elevation. Entry includes a medal, a pint cup and one free drink; the event raises funds for Thames Valley Air Ambulance.

Teddy Bear Run in Aston Park, Birmingham brings families together for 2.5K or 5K courses, a finisher teddy, and a teddy bears picnic. Participants are invited to fundraise for Birmingham Children’s Hospital with a suggested minimum of £10.

A seven hour lapped trail event on a 5 km loop near Hitchin with a kids mini mile, event village and a virtual option. The format lets participants run or walk as many laps as they choose and some proceeds go to charity.

Defeat Delamere is a community running event at Delamere Forest on 13th September 2026 offering 5k, 10k, 16k and a Junior Race with race packs, finisher medals and t shirts included.

A multi-distance run and trek in the Peak District near Hathersage on 18-19 September 2026, offering routes from 25km to 100 miles with GPS tracking, checkpoints, guided groups, and finish meal and goody bag.

Enjoy a flexible timed event along the scenic River Mersey at Chorlton Water Park. Choose your own distance from 5km up to an ultra marathon on this flat and fast riverside trail course.

A 12 hour Backyard Ultra on a 4.2 mile loop near Crickhowell in the Black Mountains, mixing trail and tarmac. Medals are awarded for 32 miles and trophies go to the first placed male and female on the final lap.

A 50 mile single-loop ultramarathon in the Chiltern Hills around Goring on Thames, with 5,600 ft of climb, five aid stations, full medical cover and a 13 hour finish cut off. The course is mostly trail and fully marked.

A single-stage trail run of about 47 miles along the Cotswold Way from Chipping Campden to Painswick. The very hilly course follows public rights of way, allows 15 hours to finish, and offers GPX, support stations and medical cover.

An hourly-loop endurance event in Wyre Forest where runners repeat a 6.7 km forest loop until the last runner remains or 24 hours elapse; wooden medals are given to all and a wooden trophy to the overall winner.

A 40 mile ultramarathon around the Peak District starting and finishing in Buxton, following trails and roads through Goyt Valley, Mam Tor, Cave Dale and the Monsal Trail. The 40th anniversary edition is scheduled for 19 September 2026.