Trail Running calendar near Cheltenham 2026-2027

A point-to-point half marathon along canal towpaths from Wolverhampton to Brindley Place in Birmingham, run in seeded time trial waves. The course features a 360 metre tunnel and floating drink stations on canal barges every three miles.

A 15 mile trail event around Abergavenny and the Sugar Loaf with 80 percent trail, 3,248 ft of ascent and one fully stocked checkpoint. Mandatory kit is required and there are no time limits.

A multi-distance trail event in the valley of Ironbridge on 4th July, with 8 Miles, 16 Miles and a full Marathon over mixed tracks and paths. Parking is available on site and all finishers receive bling.

Trail running across the South Downs with distances from 10 km to 100 km, marked routes and checkpoints. Coach transport, camping, a kids race and on-site food and bar are available at Petersfield Rugby Club.

Vivo Life Superhuman Games is an outdoor hybrid fitness competition of five 20-minute workouts combining strength, endurance, rucking and obstacle racing. It takes place at Greville Smyth Sports Ground on 4 July 2026 and attracts diverse co..

The CWM Elan Back Yard Ultra will take place in Rhayader on Saturday 4 July 2026. You can run 7 kilometers.

Run a flexible distance along Winchester's scenic Itchen Way in this American-themed event. Choose your own challenge from a 2.62-mile loop, with trophies for the best costumes. Enjoy a well-stocked aid station and a flexible start time.

An evening trail event on 4 July 2026 based at the Fox Inn in Ansty, Dorchester with a 10k course and 220 m of elevation, venue music and food, accommodation options, finisher medals and trophies to third place male and female.

A muddy 5k obstacle course at Kempton Park Racecourse where participants climb, crawl and slide through the course. The event uses staggered waves, has a minimum age of 13 and includes a medal plus fundraising support.

A 24 hour challenge on a 1 mile loop at Nuneaton Harriers track where runners complete one mile each hour for 24 consecutive hours, with a substantial finisher's medal for completers and limited attended places.

A 9.6 km fell race in Caerphilly on 4 July 2026 with 396 m of climb, held from Bedwas Community Hall. The partly marked course has a short walk from parking, an over-18 entry requirement, and team entries are free.

A 21.1 km trail race along The Ridgeway between Wendover and Princes Risborough in Buckinghamshire, with 526 m of ascent, two aid stations and a four hour time limit. Entry is capped at 350 runners and the race is a UTMB World Series index..

Forest races on hilly woodland trails in Cannock Chase offering a half marathon and a 10k in a summer schedule, with route maps, parking on site, a bespoke medal and free photographs.

Trail races of 5, 10 and 15 miles through Moors Valley Country Park on 5 July 2026. The event includes chip timing, feed stations, medical support and event merchandise.

A six hour endurance run on a scenic 5k loop at Marston Lodge in Marston Trussell. Fully chip timed with solo, pair, and team entry options so runners complete as many laps as they can in six hours.

A mostly off-road 6 mile trail in Bromsgrove countryside starting and finishing at Sanders Park on 5 July 2026, with marshals, water stations, park facilities and free parking; one dog per runner allowed on a lead.

A multiterrain 10 km race around Dorstone with steep offroad sections and scenic views. A 5 km road fun run and a walkers' option are also available, with pay-on-day entries and post-race refreshments.

A 6.7 km fell race around the Stiperstones from Snailbeach with 375 m of ascent, steady climbs and mixed descents. Entries are available by pre-entry or on the evening and proceeds support local charities and Natural England.

Race 4 of the Northants 5K Series takes place at Fermyn Woods Country Park on 8 July 2026, featuring a multi-terrain 5 km route through ancient woodland. Limited paid parking is available and series medals are awarded to finishers.

A single lap off-road 10 km race at Wyre Forest with canicross allowed and facilities limited to toilets and water at halfway. Series entry is open until 1 May 2026 and places are limited.