Trail Running calendar near Cardington 2026-2027

A multi-terrain 5 km race near Silverstone at Blackpit Farm featuring woodlands, lakeside lawns and farmland. Finishers receive a unique 5K medal and a virtual completion option is available; parking at Blackpit Brewery is free.

A midweek memorial trail race around Frodsham Hill organised by Helsby Running Club, covering 8.4 km with 370 m of ascent. The route is marked and marshalled, chip-timed, licensed by the TRA, and open to runners aged 17 and over.

A hill race at Maeshafn covering 7.2km with 458m of ascent. Entry is on the day for £4 and parking is limited.

Rodney's Pillar is a provisional 5.2 km race on 17 June 2026 with 280 m of ascent. Entry is by pre-entry or on the day with fees of £7 pre-entry and £10 on-the-day.

An evening **10km** trail around Milford Common and Cannock Chase with basic route arrows, a published GPX file and chip timing. No medals are given; profits go to Muscular Dystrophy and a post-race drink is provided.

A 200 mile circular ultra from Machynlleth across Mid Wales with a 120 hour limit and about 30,187 feet of ascent. The course uses Glyndwr's Way and Offa's Dyke and offers 10 aid stations, live tracking and a drop-bag service.

A free community 10k trail run from Kickback Coffee in Bollington with free coffee on arrival and a social, inclusive pace. The route has stiles, steady climbs and panoramic views across the Peak District and Manchester.

A 4.5 miles fell race at Grindleford Pavilion on 18 June 2026, routing through Hay Wood, the Longshore Estate and Padley Gorge. The marshalled, partially taped course includes a river crossing near the finish.

A four day running festival in June 2026 across Tameside, Oldham and Glossop featuring four consecutive races: a 10 km, a hilly 6 mile, a mixed terrain half marathon and a town 7 mile with a kids mile.

An 8 km fell race around Millers Dale on 19 June 2026 with 180 m of ascent, following the Monsal Trail and returning via Cheedale stepping stones. Entry is limited to 200 and the minimum age is 18.

A six mile fell race in Stalybridge on 19 June 2026 that climbs to the Trigg point on Hobson Moor. Entry is £10 with entries closing 30 May 2026 and a booking fee applied.

A 51 miles trail and mountain race in Southern Snowdonia with 2,898 m of ascent around Cadair Idris and Rhinog Fach. The event has six checkpoints, live GPS tracking, mandatory kit requirements and a 20 hour cut off.

A summer challenge on the Malvern Hills offering 27 mile and 15 mile routes with substantial ascent, checkpoints and a hot finish meal. The event is based at Colwall Village Hall and is currently full with a waiting list.

A summer trail event on Saturday 20 June 2026 along the Mortimer Trail between Kington and Ludlow, offering an approximately 30 mile multi-terrain ultra and a Croft Half that follows the final section of the route.

NoMad Ultra on 20th June 2026 offers 50 mile and 50 km solo options plus a six person relay on waymarked trails around Derbyshire, with checkpoint support, GPS timing and finishers receiving a medal and Technical T Shirt.

A functional fitness race in Stoke Gifford featuring 10 prescribed Xercises with running in two distance formats, solo or team entries, a LITE weight option, and a public leaderboard. Entrants must be 18 or over.

A 24-hour community event in Meersbrook Park on 20 to 21 June 2026 that raises funds for women’s education and children’s mental health in Palestine. Participants can run, walk, jog or wheel as individuals, teams or families.

A 5k muddy obstacle course at Holme Pierrepont in Nottingham organised by Cancer Research UK. The course mixes paths, grass and woodland and runs in staggered waves; facilities include toilets, refreshments and on site parking.

A Race for Life obstacle event on The Downs in Bristol, featuring a mixed terrain muddy 5 km course with 28 m ascent. It is for participants aged 13 and over and includes on-site facilities, fundraising support and a finishers medal.

Mountain fell race in the Brecon Beacons covering 34 km with 1700 m ascent and eight summits. The anticlockwise route includes Fan y Big, has two checkpoint cutoffs at key points, and is open to runners over 18.