Trail Running calendar near Birmingham 2026-2027

The Corvedale Cake Walk is a scenic challenge event in Shropshire with 10-mile and 22-mile routes. Starting at Holdgate Church, both routes ascend to the county's highest point, Abdon Burf. Walkers and runners are welcome to enjoy the views..

This 40-mile point-to-point run follows the scenic Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal towpath from Malpas to Brecon. With a friendly atmosphere and three supported checkpoints, it's a community-led journey through peaceful countryside with a 15-h..

The Bluebell Bimble is a six mile self guided trail race through the Derbyshire countryside. Runners enjoy a scenic loop featuring the Linacre Reservoirs and beautiful bluebell woods. The event starts and finishes at Wadshelf Village Hall.

Walk or run the 40 mile A Coventry Way Challenge through the countryside around Coventry. The event offers full support with checkpoints, a hot meal at the finish, and the option to participate solo or in a relay team.

A 10 km running safari at Yorkshire Wildlife Park on 26 April 2026, organised with Curly's Athletes to support the Wildlife Foundation. The mixed surface single loop course is UK Athletics licensed and entry includes park access.

A marathon and half marathon on the traffic free Tissington Trail in Derbyshire on 26 April 2026, using a 13 mile former railway route between Ashbourne and Buxton. Advance and on the day entry options are noted.

Explore the trails of Delamere Forest on a 42 km course that winds through woodland, past Blakemere Moss, and up Old Pale Hill for scenic views. The event is held in April and November and is a UTMB and ITRA indexed race. A mandatory kit li..

A spring trail run of around 10 km through bluebell-carpeted woods in the Chiltern Hills, starting from Tring and led in ability groups by Run Leaders. Facilities include a cafe, toilets and bag storage; dogs allowed with cani-cross kit.

A challenging fell race on the Pennine Way. Cover 12.9 km with 452 m of climb to Bleaklow Head and back. Records show a fast course for those seeking a competitive test.

Test yourself on a classic Peak District fell run. The Kinder Downfall race covers 15.4km with 600m of climbing from the village of Hayfield. Full kit is mandatory for this pre-entry only event.

A multi terrain *5 km* race at Fineshade Wood on 26 April 2026 set in Northamptonshire woodlands. Finishers receive a bespoke medal and a virtual completion option is available.

A family oriented 2.5K and 5K event at Aston Park where every finisher receives a cuddly teddy. The run raises funds for Birmingham Children's Hospital and finishes with a teddy bears picnic.

Explore the historic trails of the Vale of Pewsey and Marlborough Downs. This circular event offers four distances, from 10 to 35 miles, with refreshments along the way. It finishes back at the Pewsey Scout Hut with a light meal for all par..

Tackle the Ian Charlesworth Hartcliff Hill fell race on a 7.4 km marked course through fields and tracks. Named in honour of a dedicated club member, this evening event offers a challenging 216 m of ascent. Join fellow runners for a classic..

Event Overview The Dragonfly Challenge is a timed running event with a 6-hour duration. Participants decide how far they run by completing as many laps of a 5.3 km (3.3-mile) course as they wish within the time limit. This means the total d..

The Malvern Hills Ultra is a challenging multi-distance trail event in Worcestershire, following the Worcestershire Way. Runners can choose from 23, 31, 38, or 47-mile routes, with significant ascent on the longest course. All finishers rec..

Rasus y Bannau offers three epic mountain adventures circling the Brecon Beacons. Runners can tackle a 100km, 75km, or 43km marathon course packed with significant ascents and iconic peaks. The event includes comprehensive support with mark..

Journey into the Heart of Wales on a 30-mile circular trail run. The route connects four scenic trails, passing the Clywedog reservoir and the source of the River Severn. Fully stocked aid stations and a supportive crew await in Llanidloes.

A trail event on 2 May 2026 at Carding Mill Valley offering a half marathon (one 13.1-mile lap) or a full marathon (two laps). Entries for the main race are limited to 200 and a virtual option runs the week of May 4th.

A challenging 10-mile fell race across the Pennine moorlands, starting and finishing at the Diggle Hotel. This BM category event requires full safety kit and features a mid-race cut-off point. The finish line reward is a cake feast, complet..