Trail Running calendar near Burton upon Trent 2026-2027

Take on the classic Pinhaw fell race across the South West Pennines, 8 km (5 miles) with 213 m of climb and rewarding views. Entry is on the day via Earby Cricket Club for a modest fee and teams of three are welcome.

Explore the forest trails of Sherwood Forest on this annual ultra run. Choose between a 30-mile or a 40-mile loop past landmarks like Cresswell Crags and The Major Oak. The event is fully marked and supported with vegan aid stations.

The Run Rabbit Trail Festival offers trail running challenges over a weekend at Deene Park Estate. Runners can choose from 10k, 25k, or half marathon distances or combine all three into a 56k quest. The event features camping and entertainm..

Celebrating its 10th year, the Spire Ultra is a 33-mile trail adventure on the Chesterfield Round Walk. Runners explore diverse landscapes from moorland to farmland within a 9-hour time limit. Finishers receive a commemorative memento, with..

Explore the Colne Valley on this challenging circular walk or run event. Choose from three distances: 26, 23, or 18 miles across moorland paths. The friendly event includes refreshments and finishes with a meal at Marsden Parochial Hall.

This multi-distance event at the UCLAN Sports Arena features a scenic 5 km loop using canal towpaths and Haslam Park. Choose from 10k, half marathon, marathon, or an ultra with a 6-hour time limit. Finishers receive a bespoke medal and refr..

A 19-mile self-navigated fell run visiting five trig points around Delph. With 3000 feet of ascent, it follows trails including the Pennine Way. The event features manned checkpoints and requires full navigational kit.

Apocalypse Ultra in Church Stretton on May 9, 2026 challenges you with four rugged loops totaling up to 50 miles and over 10,000 ft of ascent. Run any loop in any order within a 16 hour time limit and enjoy a rolling buffet at HQ.

This 31.5 km fell run explores trig points along the trails of the South/West Pennines. The route includes 900m of climb and features three checkpoints with refreshments. Full FRA kit is mandatory for this event.

Take on The Tour of Bradwell The Other Half, a challenging fell race in the Peak District starting and finishing at Bradwell Sports Club. Expect a long high ground route with big climbs and a lively mass start atmosphere.

The Cressbrook Crawl will take place in Cressbrook on Saturday 9 May 2026. You can run 11 kilometers.

Shires and Spires is a multi-terrain race through the Northamptonshire countryside, starting from historic Naseby. The event alternates its course direction yearly and offers five distances from a 10K to a 35-mile ultra marathon. Entry incl..

Run through the scenic parklands of central Preston, starting from Avenham Park. Choose your challenge from 10k, half marathon, marathon, or a 6-hour ultra on a looped, hard-surface course. Every finisher gets a unique medal and refreshment..

Run a scenic 10km loop through the bluebell-filled Yarrow Valley. The woodland and riverside trail includes picturesque river crossings. Finish at the Flaming Grill Pub to collect your medal and celebrate.

Explore the Cotswolds at the Stroud Trails Event, offering four scenic trail distances from an 11 km quarter marathon to a challenging ultra. The route takes in hills, towpaths, and common land with full support and marked trails. Registrat..

Trunce 3 at Oxspring Playing Field on Mon 11 May 2026 offers a scenic but hilly 6.2 km senior race with 190 m of climb in the Peak District. Entry on the day is £3 with a 3 km over 10 junior race included, part of an eight race series.

Take on the Caradoc Classic, a scenic 3.5 miles fell race from Church Stretton climbing about 268 m. Part of the local Summer Series, this friendly community event includes junior races and on the day entries.

Take on the classic Shining Tor fell race in the Peak District on 13 May 2026, a scenic 9.4 km challenge with 311 m of climb. Expect rough trails, great views and a friendly fell running atmosphere for adults of all abilities.

Race 2 of the Northants 5K Series heads to West Lodge Farm for a multi-terrain course through fields and nature trails. All finishers collect a unique series medal. The evening event offers free parking, on-site facilities, and food availab..

Part of a summer series, this event in Rodley features 5k and 10k distances. Registration is simple, with on-the-day entries accepted. All runners get a medal, food, and a drink.