Trail Running calendar near Callow Hill 2026-2027

Experience a mountain marathon or a ten mile race through the Brecon Beacons featuring climbs over Pen Y Fan and Tor y Foel. Runners enjoy scenic forest tracks and mountainous loops starting and finishing in Merthyr Tydfil.

Trail marathon and 16 mile races across the Berkshire Downs with routes on the ancient Ridgeway, timing chips, aid stations every 3 to 4 miles and a hand thrown mug for finishers. Runners must meet a 7 hour cut off.

Trail races of 10 km, half marathon and full marathon take place around Tackeroo Campsite in Cannock Chase AONB. Courses are 100% off road on singletrack and fire roads with marked miles, water stations and relay and canicross options.

Trail routes start at The Unicorn Inn in Telford and pass Ironbridge Gorge, Ironbridge and Jackfield before returning on the Silkin Way. Distances include 8, 16 and 26.2 miles and post-race pub food and ales are available.

The Semington Slog on 16 May 2026 features a 10 km and 2 km run from St Georges School. Routes explore the village and Kennet and Avon Canal towpath. Enjoy community activities, refreshments, and prizes.

Experience a 5 mile fell race with 1,850 feet of ascent in the Hayfield area. This short distance event is part of the Three Days in May series and requires pre-registration for all runners aged 18 and over.

Run the Shropshire Historic 50K from Telford Town Park to The Quarry Park in Shrewsbury on 16 May 2026, via Ironbridge, Buildwas Abbey and Wroxeter Roman City. Officially measured with chip timing, nutrition stations and free photos.

Experience the beauty of the Cotswold Hills starting from the historic Sudeley Castle. Choose from five trail distances ranging from a 7 km short course to a 51 km ultra marathon through picturesque English countryside.

Test your grit on a Royal Marines designed obstacle course through the Cheshire mud. Choose between 6 km and 10 km routes featuring over 30 tactical challenges and a vibrant event village celebration.

Experience a 26.2 mile marathon distance challenge through the White Peak starting in Alstonefield. This circular route features 4800 feet of ascent with manned checkpoints and locally made hot food at the finish.

Experience a traditional Peak District fell race in Youlgrave featuring a 5.8 mile route across rough trails and open fields. This community event supports village facilities and offers a technical course for seasonal runners.

Tackle a steep 3 km fell race up Shutlingsloe in the Peak District on Sun 17 May 2026 with 270 m of ascent for a short punchy challenge. On the day entry is available and the race is part of the Wildboarclough fete.

Explore the scenic parish of Deddington on a 5k, 10k, or 20k run through local farmland. This community event supports local schools and the Firefighters Charity while welcoming runners of all abilities.

Experience a focused fell running challenge in Little Hayfield with a steep 1.2 mile climb up and down Lantern Pike plus a separate distance for junior runners.

Smash Sherwood is a running event at Sherwood Pines Forest Park on 17 May 2026 offering 5k, 10k, 16k and a junior race with on-site parking, toilets and a café; finishers receive a medal and a t shirt.

A one-lap trail event of about 10 km around Quarry Bank Mill and Styal woods on mixed surfaces and undulating terrain. The 2026 course was altered and entries for that edition were limited.

Experience a beautiful 10km off-road trail run through the Wiltshire countryside and Barbury Castle. Enjoy a marshalled route along the Ridgeway followed by a BBQ and drinks to support the local Air Ambulance.

Join this monthly trail running series at Wirral Country Park featuring an 8 km course. Open to all runners aged 16 and over the event offers both individual race entries and full series rankings for various age categories.

The Batch Bash is a short, sharp fell race in Shropshire featuring a 4.8 km course with 305m of climb. It takes place on an evening in May. Entries are available in advance or on the day.

Experience a classic fell race through the Peak District National Park starting in Castleton. This 9.2 km course takes runners along the scenic Great Ridge with over 400 meters of elevation gain and a descent from Hollins Cross.