Trail Running calendar near Brownhills 2026-2027

The Chicken Run features two fell running routes in the Peak District. Held at Hayfield Primary School, it includes homemade refreshments and raises funds for the school. The event has a permit from the Fell Runners Association for safety.

This mountain race in the Dee Valley covers just over 6 miles with 2100ft of ascent, following the Llantysilio ridge to the summit of Moel y Gamelin. It's a fell run under WFRA rules, requiring full waterproofs and safety kit. The event sta..

The Hayfield Chicken Run is a fell race on 14 March 2026, starting from Hayfield Primary School. The main route covers 8.6 miles with 1480 feet of ascent, while a shorter 10 km option is also available. Entry is open to runners 18 and over.

A multiple-distance forest race at Sherwood Pines on 15 March 2026, with 20 miles, a half marathon, a 10k and a junior run. The undulating multi terrain course offers route maps, bespoke medals, free photos and prizes.

Explore ancient trees and rolling trails in Wyre Forest on 15 March 2026 with a half marathon or a 7.6 mile Super Seven. Enjoy timed, fully marshalled courses, finishers medals and a friendly forest atmosphere with cafe and on course suppor..

This 6.5-mile fell race traverses boggy Pennine moorland, featuring tussocky paths and stream crossings. Registration is at Marsden Cricket Club, with a requirement for full FRA kit. It's a BM-category race with entry available online and o..

Join the Trotters 5 Mile Community Trail Run on a scenic course in Bolton. This chip-timed event has a limit of 300 participants for a friendly trail running experience.

Join the Pendock Spring Chicken Run on 15 March 2026 for scenic Worcestershire routes with 10K, 5K and a 1K fun run for all ages. Enjoy medals, prizes and help raise funds for the local school.

An approximately 10 km, mainly off road trail race around Mellor and the River Goyt valley with about 300 m of ascent. The well waymarked course uses chip timing, includes marshals and a finisher memento, and is for runners aged 16 and over..

The Link Challenge is a 20-mile trail run or hike connecting six historic villages around Bury. The scenic route on trails starts at Burrs Country Park, with support guides and checkpoints along the way. Participants receive a finisher's ga..

Trails of Mena offers a 20-mile and marathon trail run through the varied landscapes of Derbyshire. The runnable circular course is lightly marked and supported by checkpoints with food and drink. The event is named in memory of a beloved d..

Smithy's Charity Trail Run is a 5-mile trail event starting from Egerton Cricket Club in Bolton. Scheduled for March 2026, it offers a community-focused run. Participants can register through affiliated or unaffiliated ticket options.

The Beater Clough Fell Race is a challenging category AM fell run covering 10.9km with 610m of ascent. The flagged route features steep, rough terrain requiring full kit. It's for runners aged 18 and over, with team prizes and water at the..

This 10-mile military-style race honors former Royal Marine and firefighter Dan Lee. Participants can run or tackle the hilly mixed-terrain course with a weighted 35 lb pack. The event concludes with a charity after-party.

Run along the scenic, flat Rochdale Canal at the Canalathon Ultra. Choose from 100km, 50km, Half Marathon, or 10km distances on marked towpaths. All races finish at Sowerby Bridge Cricket Club with full support and amenities.

A waymarked, officially measured half marathon through Forest of Dean trails starting and finishing at Speech House. Organised by the Rotary Club of the Royal Forest of Dean, the event features chip and gun timing, championship status and p..

Choose between a 7km or 13.5km scenic trail run starting from Thornbridge Brewery. With a flexible wave start, enjoy views around Bakewell before finishing with a local beer and pudding. A portion of your entry supports the Peak District co..

Tackle a rugged 6 mile off road cross country at Manor House Farm in Hardwick near Aylesbury on 22 March 2026. Limited to 300 runners, the undulating farm route crosses fields, streams and tracks and finishes with hot drinks and a memento.

This 25km fell race traverses the diverse landscapes of the upper Calder Valley. The route includes wooded valleys, moorland, and open countryside, requiring navigational skills. Pre-entry is mandatory, with strict kit requirements and time..

A night trail 10k at Salcey Forest on 24 March 2026 where a head or chest torch is required and Petzl will bring demo kit. The route is two laps on crushed stone, canicross is offered with a separate start, and on course drinks are provided..