Trail Running calendar near Cannock Chase Forest 2026-2027

Relaxed, cash-only weekend runs beside the canal at the Fisherman Inn in Bingley, offering 5K, 10K and half marathon options with on-the-day registration and a jumble medal plus a beer or soft drink for finishers.

A six hour lap event at Daventry Country Park where participants complete as many 3.3 mile laps as they choose within the time limit. Canicross and rucking are allowed and the route is mostly crushed stone with on-site parking, a cafe and t..

A winter trail ultra around Pendle in the South Pennines, starting and finishing at Barley Village Hall. Two waymarked route options are offered, approximately 45 miles and 30 miles, open to both runners and walkers.

A night race at Westonbirt National Arboretum on 6 February 2027, with scenic routes through tree collections and firm trail-like surfaces. Distances include 5 km and 10 km; tickets are currently sold out.

Test your endurance at the Wadsworth Trog fell race in the South and West Pennines. This 31 km event features over 1100 meters of climbing and requires navigation skills for participants traversing the Hebden Bridge landscape.

A Backyard Ultra near Crickhowell mixing 50/50 trail and tarmac on a 4.167 mile loop, eleven timed laps then a final race to decide the winner.

A 5km and 10km run through Westonbirt Arboretum on 7 February 2027, with firm trail terrain and routes through areas showcasing over 2,500 tree species. The event is family friendly and tickets are currently sold out.

A 5k canicross at Irchester Country Park on mixed woodland tracks, with staggered starts, first aid support, medals and trophies for top finishers. Recommended kit includes trail shoes and a canicross harness; free race photos are provided.

A scenic 10 mile race in Milton Keynes that follows riverside parkland and passes through the narrow Cattle Creep tunnel, with canicross friendly provisions and chip timing.

A flat trail event on the Leeds to Liverpool Canal with multiple distances, marshals and drink stations. Canal side facilities are provided and finishers receive a bespoke medal and treats.

Scenic winter trail running around Carsington Water in Derbyshire offering a half marathon and a 10k. Entries include a themed medal, chip timing and race photos, and marked routes with a GPX file available.

A winter trail race from Rawdon Cricket Club of about 14 km with two ascents of The Billing and a lap by Leeds Bradford Airport; fully marked course, bring trail shoes.

A long distance challenge walk across Rivington, Anglezarke and Turton Moors offering 17 or 24 mile routes with staffed checkpoints and required winter kit.

Choose your distance from 5k to Ultra on a tough off road course at Pengethley Manor. Experience vineyard trails with a seven hour time limit and unique medal options for individuals or pairs.

A metric marathon and half marathon on the Monsal Trail in Bakewell, set on a traffic free, mostly flat trail through the Peak District, with route maps, GPX files, a bespoke medal and race photography.

A timed event on a 2.62 mile out and back canal route with flexible rock up and run starts. Distances range from 5 km through marathon and beyond, with a seven hour time limit and a finisher medal for all.

A chip-timed series of canal-side trail races near Bingley offering six distances from 5 km to marathon on a flat, towpath route with marshals, aid stations and TRA licensing.

A 50 miles LDWA challenge around north Leeds on two loops, visiting Temple Newsam, Meanwood Valley and Harewood Estate with a 22 hour time limit.

Two winter trail races in Northamptonshire offering multi terrain routes and distances from 5K to 15K across Irchester and Brigstock country parks.

A six hour looped trail at Beacon Hill Country Park on a 3.3 mile course with a sharp climb out and a descent back, flexible lap distances, dog friendly and GPX available.