Trail Running calendar near Birmingham 2026-2027

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..

Take on the Wild Horse 200 series: two epic 200 mile trail ultramarathons across Welsh trails and mountains. Run the South Wales coast route from Chepstow to Worm's Head in April or the Mid Wales loop from and to Machyntlleth in June.

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.

Take on the inaugural MTC Gelert 47 mile ultra from Barmouth to Llanidloes on 16 April 2026, the third day of the MTC CYMRUN end to end. Limited field, bespoke medal for all finishers and real time tracking for supporters.

Take on 230 km of Pennine Bridleway and upland trails through the Peak District to Cumbria with 75 hours to finish. Limited to 30 runners, this rugged multi day challenge features checkpoints with hot meals, bunks and course support.

Take on the Chester Ultra 102, a 102 mile trail ultramarathon across Cheshire's Sandstone Trail, Delamere Forest and canal towpaths with start and finish at Ellesmere Port. Limited to 400 runners, 32 hour cut off, ITRA and UTMB points.

Experience the Shropshire Hills at the Shropshire Way 80K Festival, a trail running and walking event with routes through summits, ancient tracks and woodlands. Choose distances from 10 km to 80 km and help fund Grow Cook Learn.

Tackle a scenic 51 km ultra along the Chiltern Ridge from Berkhamsted Castle to Wendover, with rolling trails, woods and sweeping views. Well marshalled and UTMB World Series indexed, this classic is a true Chiltern challenge.

Run Thoresby Park's vast estate among wild deer and long horned cattle on flat, scenic trails from a family 2km to a half marathon. Chip timing and finisher medal plus Wild Deer merchandise included; canicross and Nordic walkers welcome.

Join a guided group trail run along the Malverns ridge from North Malvern, covering 18 miles with over 1300 m of ascent and stunning summit views. Expect steady trails at about 10 to 11 minutes per mile with friendly support and full kit in..

Tackle the Beast of the Beacons in Brecon Beacons National Park with 10, 20 or 40 mile trails across ridges, reservoirs and woodland. Well supported checkpoints, camping and handcrafted trophies await adventurous runners.

Celebrate the Peak District anniversary at the Peak District Birthday Bash in Castleton on 18 April 2026. Tackle a 70 km circuit or a 35 km route through iconic park landscapes, with early start options and proceeds supporting conservation.

Explore the Black Mountains and Blaenavon World Heritage area from Abergavenny with 20, 30 or 50 mile routes across rugged trails and canal towpaths. Hosted by LDWA South Wales on 18 19 April 2026, ideal for endurance runners and walkers.

Challenge yourself on this 9 km Peak District fell race with 320 m of climb, starting from Kettleshulme Village Hall. Join the community and support Kettleshulme Primary School as all profits go to the school.

Martley Madness is a scenic 10 mile trail and country lane race around Rodge Hill on 19 April 2026. Organised by Worcestershire Trailblazers, the event features chip timing, bespoke medals and raises funds for Cardiac Risk in the Young.

Join a guided 14 km trail run in peaceful Penllyn Forest on 19 April 2026, exploring quiet tracks between Bala and Lake Vyrnwy. Expect a led run with scenic stops and friendly company in person.

Take on scenic, undulating forest trails in Cannock Chase AONB with half marathon, 10K, 5K or junior race. Chip timed entries include a themed medal, free photos and a lively event village while supporting Midlands Air Ambulance and Newlife..

Challenge yourself at the Trunce 2 fell race in Oxspring, Sheffield on Mon 20 Apr 2026, a 6.2 km Peak District route with 190 m of climb across classic moorland. Entry on the day keeps this friendly fell race open to juniors and seniors.

Run the Thames Ring Series along scenic river and canal towpaths with three distances: TR250 full loop, TR150 and TR100 sections. Choose your challenge and enjoy riverside trails, checkpoint support and GPS tracking across this adventure.

Tackle Tiger's Trail, a scenic yet testing 10 km Peak District fell race with about 259 m climb, starting by Fox House on Wednesday 22 April 2026. Totley AC runs this midweek series race and accepts online and on the day entries.