Trail Running calendar near Birmingham 2026-2027

Take on Trunce 1 on Mon 30 Mar 2026 at Oxspring Playing Field in the Peak District, a testing 6.2 km fell course with 190 m climb. Entry is £3 on the day and juniors can join a 3 km race for £1.

A 50 mile trail race on Good Friday 3 April 2026 from Manchester to Liverpool along the Trans-Pennine Trail. The event features six checkpoints, live GPS tracking, a 14 hour cut off and limited entry; 2026 places are sold out.

A ladies-only trail half marathon under the April Pink Moon. This scenic out-and-back route through Sutton Springs Wood and the Five Pits Trail is challenging and supports a Women's Aid charity. Finish with a medal, cake, and drinks by a ca..

Trail races around Carsington Water on 4 April 2026 offering a half marathon and a 10K with marked kilometres, marshals and an event village with food and partner giveaways.

The BOWUM is a 30-mile ultramarathon exploring the historic Welsh borderlands. The circular route from Monmouth passes three ancient castles and features a mix of trail and road. This inaugural event offers supported checkpoints and encoura..

Join the festive Chasewater Easter Egg Challenge for a run around the reservoir. Choose from 5k to 20k distances or a junior run, with custom medals and photos for all. Optional Easter costumes welcome.

Join the Alan Kirk Memorial Lad's Leap on Sun 5 Apr 2026 in Crowden near Woodhead for a testing 9.5 km moorland race with 518 m of ascent and spectacular Peak District views. Teams welcome and entries available on the day.

Rose of the Shires Ultra The Rose of the Shires Ultra is a 54-mile circular ultra marathon in Northamptonshire. The route starts and finishes at Brixworth Country Park and passes through countryside, villages, towns, and two country parks...

Run along the scenic banks of the Thames in Henley-on-Thames. This mixed-terrain event features a half marathon, a 10K, and a junior race, all starting at the iconic Temple Island Meadows. Your entry includes a themed medal, chip timing, an..

Take on the Rosebud Marathon, a 26.2 mile stretch of the Rose of the Shires Ultra through scenic Northamptonshire trails, roads and canal tow path. Enjoy waymarked routes, on site support, a finisher medal and prizes for top runners.

A guided one-day trail marathon of 42.2 km through the Chiltern Hills, led by English Athletics qualified run leaders. The route includes Ridgeway sections, well stocked checkpoints and a wooden finisher’s medal.

Battle along the Brampton Valley Way in a unique team ultra. Choose your start in Market Harborough or Northampton to represent Leicestershire or Northamptonshire over a flat 45 km traffic-free route. Tackle dark tunnels, enjoy full support..

Three fell races around Dinas Bran in Llangollen include long, medium and a new 5 mile course. The event donates profits to the local mountain rescue and Llangollen Foodbank.

This 10K trail race explores the scenic, rolling countryside of the Nene Valley. The friendly event features a fully marked and marshaled loop course starting in Kings Cliffe. Participants are encouraged to bring their own water bottles and..

Tackle a classic spring fell race in Mow Cop on Sun 12 Apr 2026: 10.5 km with 400 m of climb across stirring hill terrain. Entries on the day for adults 18 and over, with team scoring and friendly club spirit.

A short fell race in Wirksworth that climbs to a trig point and returns over trails and fields. The main course is about 6.9 km and there are separate short and junior races for younger runners.

Tackle the Kymin Dash, a 7 mile road and trail race from Monmouth that climbs to the Round House for panoramic views before descending through fields and bluebell filled woodland. Enjoy a lively finish at Monmouth School Sports Club with Ki..

Wild Horse South Wales 200 is a 200-mile trail ultramarathon through South Wales. The route links historic paths like Offa's Dyke and the Beacons Way, finishing at Worm's Head on the coast. This point-to-point adventure offers a multi-day c..

Take on a midweek Peak District challenge at Herod Farm: a scenic but testing 3 mile route with 340 m of climb. Pre entry is £6 or £10 on the night; registration runs 18:15 to 19:15.

A 47 mile ultra from Barmouth to Llanidloes that follows National Cycle Route 8 and forms Day 3 of the six day CYMRUN series. Entrant numbers are limited and a 4 mph minimum average pace is enforced.