Trail Running calendar near Burton upon Trent 2026-2027

Waddington Fell Race on Sunday 27 September 2026 is a thrilling 11.3 km (7 miles) fell run with 415 m of ascent across classic Lancashire hills. Expect a challenging route, a welcoming village club vibe and on the day entry available.

Take on the Stuart Learmouth Memorial Undulator in Wirksworth, Derbyshire on 27 September, a scenic but testing 13.7 km fell race with 457 m ascent across quarries, trails and Harborough Rocks. Pre entry only, bring your own cup.

Experience scenic trails at Delamere Forest with a Half Marathon or 10K on fully marked, chip timed routes and canicross options for runners with dogs. The eco friendly event features aid stations, photos and a wooden finisher's medal.

Run as many 3.3 mile laps as you can in six hours around leafy Coombe Abbey Park, with mainly flat stone paths and a meadow section that may get muddy. Choose a medal or an eco friendly tree token and refuel at the on site cafe.

Take on the Town to Tower, an all uphill 10 km challenge from Ruthin to the Moel Famau tower, finishing above 550 m with sweeping views and varied terrain. Expect steep gullies, marshalled support and a truly rewarding summit finish.

Join Rowbotham's Round Rotherham for challenging trail distances of 80 km and 50 miles across the rolling South Yorkshire Forest around Manvers Waterfront. Enjoy varied terrain, stage options and a friendly relay atmosphere in autumn.

Join the Hoby Hop Trail Race 10th anniversary for a chip timed five mile cross country or Canicross through the scenic Upper Wreake valley. Undulating fields, stiles and brook crossings with village hall race HQ for entries and facilities.

Join the East Coast Chuffer on 4 October 2026 in Scarborough for trail running along the historic Cinder Track with coastal views and woodland sections. Choose distances from 5K to marathon and earn a Grim Bling finisher medal.

Wild Run Cotswolds showcases rugged off road trails on a private estate with fully marked routes, chip timing and a family friendly supporter zone. Entries are limited to 600; choose 10K, half, marathon or the six hour 360 challenge.

Castle C’alf in Hebden Bridge is a scenic 12 km fell race on Sun 4 Oct 2026 with about 490 m of climb across flagged moorland and private estate terrain. Pre entry opens mid September, places are limited and FRA mandatory kit is required.

A traditional cross country race in Thorpe, Derbyshire covering 4 3/4 mile across field paths and valleys with a river crossing at the Stepping Stones. A separate 1 1/4 mile Mini Dash is held for U12 and U9 children.

Wild Run Oxford is planned for 4 October 2026 (TBC) on Oxford's nearby trails, with a 10K and a Half Marathon on mixed smooth and rugged terrain; the event is licensed by the Trail Running Association and UK Athletics.

A headtorch trail event on 6 October 2026 at Swinsty Moor Car Park offering Half Marathon, 10 km and 5 km routes around Swinsty and Fewston Reservoirs with water stations and medals for finishers.

Take on the Curvy Cuerden Challenge, a six hour timed trail at Cuerden Valley on a scenic undulating 5 km loop. Run as many laps as you like and earn a bespoke finisher medal with marshals and an aid station on course.

Tackle 32 miles (50 km) of trails in the Cambrian Mountains around Lake Vrynwy with sweeping views toward the Shropshire Hills and Snowdonia. Limited to 100 runners, the Loop Ultra is fully marked and supported and offers camping, food, liv..

Tideswell Terminator is a Peak District fell race on 10 October 2026, covering 9.1 km with 283 m of climb across scenic hills. Pre entry only, age 18 plus, this short course is a bracing test for fell runners.

Run the Sheffield TenTenTen at Endcliffe Park, a lively mixed terrain 10k through grass, paths and woodland that welcomes all abilities. A 2.5k fun run invites kids and families for a friendly, accessible day of outdoor running.

A trail running festival at Cannock Chase Forest on 11 October 2026 offering half marathon, 10K, 5K and a junior race, with chip timing, a themed medal, race photos and an event village with food and partner goodies.

Take on the Withins Skyline, a scenic 10.1 km fell race near Haworth in the South West Pennines with roughly 300 m of climb. Friendly entries, series options and a Cadbury Curly Wurly plus free coffee await at the finish.

Join the 20th Andrew Heywood Memorial Windgather on 11 Oct 2026 in the Peak District, a 21.7 km trail with 762 m ascent starting at the Burbage Institute, Buxton. Pre entry is advised and pre entries receive a commemorative memento.