Trail Running calendar near Cannock Chase Forest 2026-2027

Ultra X England offers multi-day trail races in the Peak District each September, with distances from 12km to 110km. It's a UTMB Index event featuring fully stocked aid stations and is part of the Great British Slam challenge.

Traverse twenty miles of high moorlands and gritstone edges in the Peak District. Use your map and compass navigation skills to complete this off road journey in support of mountain rescue.

Explore the scenic Shropshire Hills with 12, 18, or 26 mile routes starting from Wistanstow. This historical challenge walk offers full support and a hot meal at the finish for both walkers and runners.

Test your endurance at MacTuffX Manchester with high intensity interval racing. Choose between solo or team categories featuring 400m and 800m repetitions in a competitive format.

Experience a classic off road event featuring 26.2 and 14.8 mile courses through moorland and woods. Enjoy well stocked feed stations and hot food at the finish of this volunteer run fell race.

Experience the beauty of the Peak District with trail runs starting from Bakewell Showground. Choose between three distances that pass by the River Derwent and the historic Chatsworth House.

Tackle the Ilam Three Peaks fell race on Sun 13 Sep 2026 in the Peak District, a punchy 6.4 km route with 520 m of climb across classic fell terrain. Pre entry required, so book early for this steep, scenic challenge.

Experience a traffic free trail run through the historic Holdenby House estate with distances ranging from 10km to 50km. Enjoy rolling Northamptonshire views and woodland paths on this private country estate.

Experience a scenic 10 km trail run through the heart of the Yarrow Valley. This single lap course features woodland paths riverside trails and river crossings during the peak of autumn color.

Experience the beautiful trails of the Colne Valley with this six mile race over moorland and woodland. Enjoy a fully marshalled route featuring a climb up Slaithwaite Moor followed by a fast descent to Zapato Brewery.

Join an annual fun run at Barton Abbey in Oxfordshire featuring 10k and 5k courses on undulating on and off road terrain. Enjoy a family friendly event with a flexible fun run to support the Steeple Barton Church.

Take on the Peak District Challenge, an overnight then Saturday walking and running event from Hathersage with routes from 25 km to 100 miles for teams or experienced solo runners. Follow GPX routes, enjoy checkpoints, Mountain Leaders and..

Enjoy a flexible timed event along the scenic River Mersey at Chorlton Water Park. Choose your own distance from 5km up to an ultra marathon on this flat and fast riverside trail course.

Test your endurance at this 12 hour backyard ultra in the Black Mountains featuring a unique sprint finish on the final lap. Runners tackle a scenic 4.167 mile loop of trail and tarmac with on site facilities and support.

Race 47 miles along the Cotswold Way from Chipping Campden to Painswick, traversing the rolling hills of the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This licensed continuous trail challenge runs under UK Athletics and TRA rules.

Test your endurance at Wyre Forest in a unique hourly loop challenge where you choose your distance. Complete the 6.7 km forest circuit every hour to stay in the race until only the Lone Wolf remains.

Celebrate the 40th anniversary of the High Peak 40 ultramarathon. This 40 mile event features a mix of trails and roads starting and finishing in the town of Buxton.

Experience a scenic canal-side run along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal with distances ranging from 5K to an Ultra Marathon. This flat, chip-timed event features a friendly atmosphere, bespoke medals, and post-race treats.

Test your endurance on a 102 mile non stop trail race along the scenic Cotswold Way National Trail from Chipping Campden to Bath. This hilly point to point journey features constant elevation changes and beautiful village views.

Experience a scenic point to point half marathon along the historic Tissington Trail. This traffic free course features a gentle downhill gradient and stunning views across the Derbyshire Dales.