Trail Running calendar near Birmingham 2026-2027

Distances The event offers three trail distances and a relay: 10 km 13.1 miles (Half Marathon) 26.2 miles (Full Marathon) Marathon Relay (teams of two, each running a half-marathon lap) The 10 km and half marathon are single-lap routes. T..

Starts at The Unicorn Inn in Telford, the route follows Ironbridge Gorge and the Silkin Way. Options include eight miles, sixteen miles or a full marathon and food and ales will be available afterwards.

Tackle the Mark Boulton Memorial Mount Famine fell race in the Peak District on Sat 16 May 2026. This testing 8 km course climbs 564 m and rewards strength, skill and grit on rough moorland.

Run the Shropshire Historic 50K from Telford Town Park to The Quarry Park in Shrewsbury on 16 May 2026, via Ironbridge, Buildwas Abbey and Wroxeter Roman City. Officially measured with chip timing, nutrition stations and free photos.

The Maverick Cotswolds Trail returns for its 11th year on May 16, 2026. Starting from the historic Sudeley Castle, runners can choose from five scenic trail distances, from a 7km Short to a 51km Ultra. This dog-friendly event features a cup..

Leaden Boot Challenge The Leaden Boot Challenge is a 26.2-mile walk/run event with 4,800 feet of ascent and descent. It starts and finishes in Alstonefield, a village in the Peak District National Park. The route is elliptical and goes thro..

A traditional Peak District fell race starting and finishing in Youlgrave. The 5.8-mile route features mixed terrain, including trails, fields, and a swamp. All event profits support local village facilities.

Tackle a steep 3 km fell race up Shutlingsloe in the Peak District on Sun 17 May 2026 with 270 m of ascent for a short punchy challenge. On the day entry is available and the race is part of the Wildboarclough fete.

A community running event in the parish of Deddington offering 5k, 10k and 20k routes on Sunday 17 May 2026. The event is open to all and supports local organisations including the Deddington Primary School PTA, Deddington PFSU and Deddingt..

A short, sharp fell race as part of the Three Days in May events. The 1.2-mile course goes straight up and down Lantern Pike from a field near the pub. Entry is on the day only.

A challenging 10.5 km fell race over moorland and woodland trails near Sheffield. It's a fixed-route event with significant elevation gain, requiring runners to carry appropriate kit. Pre entry only, it starts from the Totley AC pavilion.

Explore the scenic grounds of Quarry Bank Mill on this varied 10k trail run. The single-lap course winds through woods and village paths, offering a mix of terrain from gravel to steps. Every finisher receives a unique medal, with proceeds..

Join the Barbury Castle Sunset 10km for an evening trail run through the Wiltshire countryside. The off-road route passes historic Barbury Castle and finishes with refreshments at the shooting school. All profits support the Wiltshire and B..

The Batch Bash is a short, sharp fell race in Shropshire featuring a 4.8 km course with 305m of climb. It takes place on an evening in May. Entries are available in advance or on the day.

Tackle the Peak District on 21 May 2026 at the Parks Life fell race in Belper Parks Recreation Ground. Choose the main 7 km route with 210 m climb or shorter junior races for U12 and U10, with on the day entries available.

Join the Castleton Great Ridge Race on 22 May 2026 in the Peak District for a scenic but challenging 9.2 km route with 427 m of climb over dramatic ridgelines. Open to adults 18 and over with online and on the day entry available.

This evening fell race on May 22, 2026, offers a 9.5 km tour through the historic mined landscapes of Carsington Pasture, with views of the Peak District. The event includes a downhill finish, food and drinks afterwards, and free parking. I..

Event Information The Grim Reaper Running Festival takes place at Grimsthorpe Castle Estate in South Lincolnshire. The event offers several distance options run on a looped course. Distances Participants can choose from these solo distances..

Run 145 miles non stop along the Grand Union Canal from Birmingham to Little Venice on a fully waymarked towpath. Limited to 100 starters with supported or unsupported entries and a 45 hour cutoff, it is a classic long distance challenge.

Walkers and runners can choose between 10-mile and 16-mile routes through the scenic Shropshire-Mid Wales borderlands, finishing on the Offa’s Dyke National Trail. The event features well-marked paths, checkpoints with refreshments, and sup..