Trail Running calendar near Cannock Chase Forest 2026-2027

The Greedy Run offers a choice of distances on a tough off-road course at Pengethley Manor, with a 7-hour time limit. It's part of a themed series with a virtual option available throughout January. Unique medals are awarded for paid entrie..

The Envious Run offers a choice of five distances, all on a scenic but challenging off-road course at Pengethley Manor. Participants have seven hours to complete their chosen run, making it accessible to walkers and runners. A virtual run o..

Celebrate the New Year with a forest trail run through the iconic Sherwood Pines. Choose between 10k, 5k, and junior distances on undulating multi terrain paths with medals for all finishers.

Run along the traffic free Tissington Trail during this multi terrain event in the Derbyshire Dales. Choose between a half marathon or 10k course featuring a gentle gradient on a former railway line.

Two races from Kirkstall Bridge Inn in Leeds: a roughly 16 km trail route along the canal and River Aire including the Calverley Cutting, and a fast flat 10 km out and back on the canal towpath with a turnaround water station.

Experience a unique 10k race that transitions from rugged muddy trails to a smooth road return. This limited entry event in Sowerby Bridge offers two distinct terrains in a single marked course.

The May Hill Massacre is a demanding 7-8 mile cross-country run in Gloucestershire, featuring steep climbs and muddy trails. A longer 14-15 mile Mayhem option is available for those seeking an extra challenge.

Test your endurance on the waymarked trails and moorlands of the South Pennines. This winter ultra challenge offers 45 and 30 mile routes through the scenic landscapes of East Lancashire for both runners and walkers.

Race through the spectacular winter landscape of Westonbirt Arboretum after dark. Choose from 5km or 10km distances on a solid, road-like trail. Explore over 2,500 species of trees under the night sky.

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.

Run through the stunning Westonbirt Arboretum, home to over 2,500 tree species, on a solid surface perfect for a scenic race. Choose from 5 km or 10 km distances with multiple wave starts for this popular winter event.

Join this 5 km canicross adventure through the scenic woodland tracks of Irchester Country Park. This dog-friendly event features a staggered start, professional support, and finishers medals for both runners and their canine partners.

Test your endurance at Cannock Chase Forest with a choice of four distances on undulating trail paths. Enjoy a scenic woodland run in Staffordshire complete with bespoke medals and free photography for all participants.

Test your endurance at this 50 mile ultra marathon held under UK Athletics Rules. Runners must have completed a marathon to participate in this licensed trail event based in the United Kingdom.

Experience a classic 15 km fell race through the South West Pennines. Starting from Barley Village Hall, this event features 545 meters of ascent and requires navigation skills for all participants.

Explore the scenic Northamptonshire countryside with 10k and Half Marathon trail races at Pitsford Water. Enjoy fully marshaled routes through local villages and alongside the water with professional on course support.

Experience the scenic Peak District on an 18km trail run along the Pennine Bridleway with flexible start times and a friendly atmosphere. This self-navigated race features 806 metres of ascent and views of Rushup Edge.

Experience an iconic 50 mile ultra marathon connecting Manchester and Liverpool. This UK Athletics sanctioned event requires previous marathon experience and offers a professional racing environment for endurance athletes.

Experience a historic off-road route through scenic moorlands and woodland trails on the Calderdale Way Ultra. Choose between 50 and 30 mile distances passing through traditional Yorkshire towns and villages.

Experience a unique point to point race along scenic canal towpaths from Wolverhampton to Birmingham. Run through the historic Coseley Tunnel and enjoy water stations hosted on traditional canal barges before finishing in Brindley Place.