Trail Running calendar near Brereton Heath 2026-2027

A 10th anniversary five mile chip timed cross country and canicross event across the Upper Wreake valley, with varied terrain and village hall race headquarters; limited to 200 entrants and open to runners aged 12 and over.

Two routes from Buxton Community School through the western Peak District: 26.2 miles with 4000 ft ascent or 14.3 miles with 2000 ft ascent. Checkpoints provide refreshments and a hot meal at the finish.

A 35 mile circular ultra in North Yorkshire that follows the northern Ripon Rowel through Nidderdale AONB and finishes via Studley Royal deer park. Options exist for solo runners and relay teams with staffed checkpoints and village hall fac..

A 15.2 km fell race in the Peak District with 490 m of climb, held at Curbar Primary School on 3 October 2026. Pre-entry is required and proceeds go to Curbar Primary School.

A coastal off road race from Peasholm Park in Scarborough along the historic Cinder Track. Distances from 5K to marathon, water stations about every 3 miles, on the day bib collection and a Grim Bling finisher medal.

A club organised 12 km fell race with about 490 m of ascent around Old Town, Hebden Bridge, including a flagged section through the private Castle Carr estate. Pre-entry is required and strict FRA kit rules apply.

Cross country races near Thorpe and Dovedale featuring a **4 3/4 mile** main course through valley paths and a **1 1/4 mile** Mini Dash for under 12s, with a river crossing at the famous Stepping Stones.

A junior fell running race in the Pennines for ages 6 and up. The 2 km course starts near a classic pub. Entry is available on the day.

A traffic free one lap 5K through Roundhay Park that passes the lake and climbs to the Mansion House. Entries are limited to 300, chip timing is provided and finishers receive medals and individual prizes.

A functional fitness race in Brierley Hill on 4 October 2026 combining ten prescribed exercises with repeated runs. Solo, doubles, and relay entries are offered with standard and LITE weight divisions.

Castle Carr is a 24 km fell race in the South/West Pennines near Hebden Bridge on 4 October 2026, with about 1200 m of ascent and official FRA permit and insurance.

A headtorch trail race on 6 October 2026 around Swinsty and Fewston Reservoirs with half marathon, 10 km and 5 km options. Entry is via SiEntries, limited to 150 runners and the minimum age is 16.

A six hour trail event at Sence Valley Forestry Park on a **3.3-mile** hilly loop; participants complete as many laps as they can within the time limit. Canicross and rucking are permitted, and entrants may choose a medal or a tree-planting..

An off-road 5 km lap event at Cuerdon Valley Park on Friday 9 October 2026 where runners complete as many laps as they wish within a six hour limit. Aid station, visitor centre refreshments, signed course and finisher medals.

A fully marked 32 mile trail run in the Cambrian Mountains, based at Camp Plas with exclusive camping and support, limited to 100 runners and a 14 hours cut off for the main route.

A trail race in Tideswell on 10 October covering 8.9 km with 267 m of climb, passing Peters Stone and the summit of Hay Cop and finishing at Bishop Pursglove Primary School.

A 13.1 mile trail half marathon based at Drone Valley Brewery in Unstone, featuring forest and riverside paths, about 1,700 feet of elevation, one halfway aid station, a finisher medal and a free pint voucher.

A half marathon around the official pathways of Rivington, held on 10 October 2026 with start and finish at Rivington and Blackrod High School. The event is organised by Chorley Women FC and requires prior half marathon experience.

The 15th and final Sheffield Tententen is a multi terrain 10k in Endcliffe Park, Sheffield on 11 October 2026, with a separate 2.5 km fun run for ages 4 to 14 and family-friendly atmosphere.

A trail running event on 11 October 2026 at Cannock Chase Forest offering Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and a Junior Race, with chip timing, a themed medal, marked routes and an event village with food and partner giveaways.