Trail Running calendar near Birmingham 2026-2027

A 19-mile self-navigated fell run visiting five trig points around Delph. With 3000 feet of ascent, it follows trails including the Pennine Way. The event features manned checkpoints and requires full navigational kit.

Apocalypse Ultra in Church Stretton on May 9, 2026 challenges you with four rugged loops totaling up to 50 miles and over 10,000 ft of ascent. Run any loop in any order within a 16 hour time limit and enjoy a rolling buffet at HQ.

A self-navigated trail run around Delph of about 18 to 19 miles with roughly 3000 ft of ascent, visiting five trig points and using footpaths including parts of the Pennine Way. The unmarked course has three manned checkpoints and mandatory..

Take on The Tour of Bradwell The Other Half, a challenging fell race in the Peak District starting and finishing at Bradwell Sports Club. Expect a long high ground route with big climbs and a lively mass start atmosphere.

The Cressbrook Crawl will take place in Cressbrook on Saturday 9 May 2026. You can run 11 kilometers.

Shires and Spires is a multi-terrain race through the Northamptonshire countryside, starting from historic Naseby. The event alternates its course direction yearly and offers five distances from a 10K to a 35-mile ultra marathon. Entry incl..

A self-guided 13-mile run along Letchworth's scenic Greenway trail. This is a run, not a race, due to road crossings. Finishers get a wooden medal and refreshments, with profits supporting a local youth mental health charity.

Explore the beautiful trails of the Chiltern Hills on this 30km guided trail run. The event includes a Run Leader, a checkpoint with snacks, and a finisher's medal. It starts near Tring Station, with easy rail access from London.

Tackle the scenic 10 km Scorpion Run at Symonds Yat Rock in the Forest of Dean with winding trails and a final climb to the finish. Enjoy undulating gravel tracks, riverside views and a cafe at the start and finish for post run treats.

Black to the Trails is a vibrant trail running festival designed to boost ethnic diversity in the sport. Run a 1K, 5K, 10K, or Scotch Bonnet 10K on the beautiful trails of Dunstable Downs. Enjoy a day full of activities, food, and music wit..

A series of marked trail races around Stroud and the Cotswolds using towpaths, commons and old railway lines, with checkpoints, water stations, marshals and map/GPX support.

Trunce 3 at Oxspring Playing Field on Mon 11 May 2026 offers a scenic but hilly 6.2 km senior race with 190 m of climb in the Peak District. Entry on the day is £3 with a 3 km over 10 junior race included, part of an eight race series.

Take on the Caradoc Classic, a scenic 3.5 miles fell race from Church Stretton climbing about 268 m. Part of the local Summer Series, this friendly community event includes junior races and on the day entries.

Take on the classic Shining Tor fell race in the Peak District on 13 May 2026, a scenic 9.4 km challenge with 311 m of climb. Expect rough trails, great views and a friendly fell running atmosphere for adults of all abilities.

A multi terrain 5 km race at West Lodge Farm in Desborough that passes fields, nature trails and farm animals, with a bespoke finisher medal and a virtual entry option to receive the medal by post.

Join the Hayfield May Queen fell race on Fri 15 May 2026 for a lively village run as part of the May Queen celebrations and the 3 Days in May series. Entry is on the day, with all proceeds supporting the May Queen charities.

An approximate 10K undulating trail race on 15 May 2026 near Skellingthorpe Pavilion with chip timing, medals and goody bags. The course is unsuitable for wheelchair users or runners with dogs and entries close on 01/05/2026.

The Trent Valley Ultra is a 50 km brewery-to-brewery run through the villages of Nottinghamshire. Enjoy a scenic route with checkpoints and finish with food, drinks, and a commemorative pint glass.

The OTT Marathon & 10 Mile Race offers a challenging mountain run through the Brecon Beacons. Choose between a full marathon with significant climbs or a 10-mile trail route. All finishers receive a commemorative coaster and buff.

Compton Harriers stage the Compton Downland Challenge on 16 May 2026 with a multi-terrain full marathon (26.8 miles) and a 16 mile route across the Berkshire Downs. The event includes aid stations, a seven hour limit and a hand-thrown finis..