Trail Running calendar near Brierley Hill 2026-2027

Manchester Backyard Ultra at Giants Seat Scout Camp is a timed-loop endurance event on 13 June 2026. Runners repeat a roughly 6.7 km loop each hour until one runner remains; a torch is required for night laps.

A timed, multi-lap event at Chorlton Water Park using a 5.3 km out and back course along the River Mersey. Runners can cover one lap up to an ultra within a seven hour limit and all participants receive a finishers' medal.

Run the 9.5 km Wincle Trout fell race in the Peak District, featuring a 320 m climb and a river crossing. The event is part of the lively Wincle Village Fete. A shorter 3 km junior race is also available.

A new approx 12k off road race at Rother Valley Country Park on 13 June 2026, organised by Killamarsh Kestrels Running Club. Participants receive a mug and goody bag and have access to tea, coffee and cakes at the finish.

A long-standing Green Events race in Llanwrtyd Wells where runners compete directly with horses over mountainous terrain, timed electronically. The event has enforced cut-offs and an escalating jackpot for any runner who beats the first hor..

A muddy 5k obstacle course at Sandwell Valley Country Park organised by Cancer Research UK, with wave starts, on-course obstacles and a finishers medal. Entry fees and a minimum fundraising target apply; participants must be 13 or older.

An evening trail run at Bodenham Arboretum on 13 June 2026 offering 5 km and 10 km options; mixed-terrain routes, online-only entry with limited places, and funds raised for local charity and scout group support.

A fell race held since 1986 at The Whistle Inn near Garn yr Erw, Blaenavon, with an 8 km/300 m ascent option and a 5/984 ft option. Entries are accepted on the day or online and runners should carry appropriate safety kit.

A backyard ultra at Breakheart Quarry in the Cotswolds where runners repeat a 6706 m loop every hour until one person remains. Camping and on-site facilities are provided; early bird entry is £75.

A ten person relay following the Barnsley boundary across roads, tracks and footpaths, covering about 72 miles and 7,350 ft of ascent. Teams run individual legs, times are aggregated and results are announced by category.

A fell running event in Edale featuring a 7.6 km course with 402 m of ascent and a finish on the Edale Country Day Field. Entry includes admission to Edale Country Day and entries close on Friday 12 June.

A 9.7 km fell race near Rochdale on 14 June 2026 with 396 m of climb, registration at Norden Bowling Club and a start 500 metres away. Pre entry and on the day entry are available and team results count the first three finishers.

Run as many 3.28 mile laps as you wish along the scenic Stroud Waterways canal. This flexible timed event caters to all distances from 5k to ultra marathon with a seven hour time limit and a relaxed start window.

MacTuffX Manchester on 14 June 2026 pairs ten set strength movements with repeated runs over two distance options. Entries are available for solo athletes, doubles, and five-person relays; a LITE weight division and live leaderboard are pro..

A community cross country 5km run and walk around Neptune and Paradise Wood with refreshments at The Plough and category awards across age groups. Walkers may bring dogs on leads and entries are limited to 250.

A social 10 km trail run from Kickback Coffee in Macclesfield with free coffee on arrival and a regrouping, inclusive pace. The route climbs onto the Gritstone Trail, crosses stiles, and offers views across the Peak District and Manchester.

A Peak District fell race on 16 June 2026 covering 6.8 km with 305 m of climb around Lea Green, Matlock. Entry on the day is available for £7 and juniors may run free with the main race.

Experience an 8 km trail race at Wirral Country Park as part of a summer competition series. Open to runners aged 16 and over, the event features age group trophies and series awards.

A Peak District fell race around Castleton supporting the local cave rescue team. The course is 8.5 km with 370 m ascent, partially flagged, runs under FRA rules, and has specific kit and navigation requirements.

Race 3 of the Northants 5 km Series runs near Silverstone at Blackpit Farm on Wednesday 17th June. The multi terrain course passes woodlands, lakeside lawns and farmland and all finishers receive a bespoke 5 km medal.