Trail Running calendar near Cardington 2025-2026

Tour De Yr Wyddfa is an epic winter loop around Yr Wyddfa, climbing 2327 m on the full 43.5 km route. Solo, pair or two leg relay entries are welcome, but runners must meet mountain experience and kit requirements for safety.

Take on Spice Up Your Run Wales, a relaxed 7 hour time challenge at scenic Dare Valley Country Park where you pick your distance from 3 km upwards. Enjoy countryside laps, snacks and medals for finishers, with fancy dress warmly encouraged.

Tackle moorland and gritstone edges in the Tigger Tor fell race at Longshaw in the Peak District, a 14.2 km course with 490 m of climb. Navigate unmarked checkpoints, savour dramatic views, and race under FRA rules with strict kit checks.

Tackle the wild trails of May Hill with muddy climbs and an open summit offering panoramic views. Pick the shorter course or the longer Mayhem loop, or join the canicross for a lively weekend of cross country fun.

Explore the Shropshire Hills from Carding Mill Valley with marathon, half marathon or 10k routes across The Long Mynd and National Trust terrain. Enjoy stocked aid stations, a medal and a fun cake competition after your run.

Take on the Ras Tarrenhendre Fell Race in Abergynolwyn, Wales on 31 January 2026, a rugged 6 mile course climbing to Tarrenhendre summit with 2000 ft of ascent. Enjoy tough trails, dramatic views and homemade soup back at HQ.

The Phoenix Running - Stretford will take place in Stretford on Saturday 31 January 2026. You can run between 5 and 42 kilometers.

Take on Dovedale Big Daddy, an FRA licensed fell race in the Peak District: 20.4 km with nine steep climbs across the Manifold and Dovedale valleys. Advance entry only; post race soup, cake and a hot drink for runners.

Join the DirtRun Dudmaston 10k on 1 Feb 2026 for a scenic off road 10 km through Comer Woods at Dudmaston Estate. Enjoy a finisher medal and goodie, with category prizes including real ale for top performers.

Run the 38th Charnwood Hills Fell Race on 1 February 2026, a scenic 14.5 mile route through Bradgate, Broombriggs and Beacon Hill Country Parks. Expect rough underfoot and big climbs in a classic fell challenge, entries capped at 350 so boo..

Enjoy a classic Peak District fell race on Sun 1 Feb 2026 from Langsett Barn. Tackle 23 km with 741 m climb across wild terrain then relax with post race refreshments and a bottle of Rescue Ale for every finisher.

The Westonbirt Arboretum Winter Night Race is a unique running event set in the stunning National Arboretum, featuring over 2,500 tree species. Participants can choose between 5km and 10km routes, which offer a beautiful and varied landscap..

Enjoy a winter run through Westonbirt Arboretum's stunning tree collections on solid underfoot trail style paths. Distances of 5 km and 10 km suit all paces. Tickets are sold out.

Moorland challenge: a scenic 12 mile Pennine trail climbing to Windy Hill mast with sweeping views and true winter atmosphere. Finish at the Rams Head for hot soup and a special runners meal.

Take on the rolling trails of Cannock Chase on 8 February 2026 with four distances from 5 to 20 miles, perfect for every trail runner. Bespoke medals, free photos, prizes and onsite parking make for a great day among the trees.

Warm up your winter with the Manchester Winter Warmer Run at Heaton Park, offering 5k, 10k and half marathon options around scenic park paths. Chip timed, medal for all finishers, and optional fundraising for Shelter makes it a fun day out.

Join the Wye Valley Brewery Muddy Woody on 8 February 2026 for a muddy, runnable trail romp of about 6 miles through forestry and stiff hills. Limited to 300 places, entrants get a bespoke Muddy T shirt and chip timing.

The Phoenix Running - Stretford will take place in Stretford on Friday 13 February 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

Take on the Anglezarke Amble, a scenic challenge walk across Rivington, Anglezarke and Turton Moors in the Little Lake District. Choose between about 16 miles or a tougher 24 mile route with checkpoints, refreshments and a 10 hour limit.

Run around scenic Carsington Water with a choice of half marathon or 10K along undulating reservoir trails. Kilometre markers, a themed medal and post race goodies await at this friendly RunThrough event.