Trail Running calendar near Chester 2025-2026

The Big Stone Fell Race will take place in Chinley on Sunday 20 July 2025.

The Cracoe Fell Races, organized by the British Open Fell Runners Association (BOFRA), is a challenging running event set in the scenic landscape between Skipton and Grassington. Participants navigate a 2.60-mile course with a significant elevation gain of 900 feet, featuring rough terrain, ditches,..

The Paddy Buckley Round is a challenging running event set in Northern Snowdonia, covering over 100km and featuring approximately 9,000m of ascent and descent across 47 mountain peaks. Participants tackle this demanding course in small groups, guided by experienced mountaineering instructors over th..

The "Saltaire - Rock up N' Run - Summer Evening Series" is a vibrant running event hosted by It's Grim Up North Running, set against the scenic backdrop of Saltaire, near the Leeds & Liverpool Canal. Participants can choose between a 5K and a 10K race, with registration available on the day. Each ru..

The Clowbridge Trail 10k is a new running event set to take place around Clowbridge Reservoir and the Pennine Bridleway. This trail run features a friendly atmosphere similar to the popular Clowbridge 5k Series, with a total elevation gain of 175 meters over the 10-kilometer course. It is designed a..

Ultra X Wales is a multi-stage ultra-marathon event set in the stunning landscapes of southern Snowdonia, Wales. Participants can choose from four race distances: Ultra X 110, Ultra X 60, Ultra X 50, and Ultra X 25, with the main event spanning two days. The course features looped routes that showca..

Beyond Manchester is an exciting trail and ultra running event set in the vibrant city of Manchester. Participants can choose between a 25km trail route or a challenging 55km ultra route, both starting and finishing in the Castlefield area. The event showcases a variety of terrains, including parkla..

The Turnslack Fell Race is a category BM fell race scheduled for July 26, 2025. It covers a distance of 12.9 km with an elevation gain of 610 meters. The event will take place at Calderbrook Community Church, with parking available at Stansfield Estate Playing Fields.Participants must be at least 18..

INFERNO – Edale’s Ring of Hell is a challenging trail running event set in the stunning Peak District, featuring races of 41, 27, 15, and 7 miles. Participants will navigate through diverse terrains, including steep ascents, rocky descents, and scenic paths, starting from Edale. The event is designe..

The Railway Ultra is a multi-distance running event held along the scenic banks of the River Severn, featuring routes of 9 miles, half marathon, 19 miles, 28 miles, and 37 miles. Participants enjoy stunning views and a glimpse into the area's industrial heritage while running on a disused railway li..

The Holme Moss Fell Race is a challenging fell running event covering a distance of 28.5 km (17.8 miles) with an ascent of 1,315 meters (4,215 feet). Set in the scenic landscape around Holmfirth, the race features sections of the Pennine Way and includes steep climbs and descents, making it suitable..

The Salt Cellar Fell Race, organized by the Steel City Striders Running Club, is a challenging event set in the scenic Peak District. Scheduled for August 1, 2025, the race covers a distance of 10.9 km (7.1 miles) with an ascent of 486 meters (1,535 feet), categorized as BM. Starting and finishing a..

The EDDUM is an exciting 50-mile trail running event set to take place around the scenic Epynt Way, showcasing the stunning landscapes of Wales. Participants will traverse a mostly untouched permissive path that loops around the Sennybridge Training Area, the UK's third-largest military training gro..

The Calderdale Crawl is a 24-mile walking and running event organized by the Calderdale LDWA, designed to showcase the beautiful and undulating landscapes of the area. Participants can enjoy refreshments at the start, along the route, and a meal at the finish. The route includes scenic footpaths, wo..

The Gisburn Forest Trail Races, organized by Pennine Trails, feature a 10k and a new half marathon, set against the stunning backdrop of Gisburn Forest in Lancashire. Scheduled for August 2, 2025, these races offer participants the chance to explore enchanting woodland trails typically enjoyed by hi..

Ogwen | Yr Helgi Du 2025 is a thrilling trail running event set in the stunning Eryri's Ogwen Valley, featuring three challenging distances: 10K, 25K, and 40K. Participants will navigate some of the highest mountains in England and Wales, including the impressive Carneddau and Glyderau ranges. The e..

The Dovedale Dipper is a popular trail running event organized by Peak Running, set in the picturesque Peak District National Park, specifically in Hartington. Participants can choose between two distances, approximately 15 miles and a marathon distance, making it suitable for both runners and walke..

The Garendon Gallop 10K is an exciting trail running event set to take place on August 3, 2025, at Charnwood College in Loughborough, Leicestershire. Celebrating its sixth year, the race features a mix of challenging terrain and historical landmarks, ensuring a unique experience for participants. Th..

The Birmingham Canal Canter is a scenic running and walking event that invites participants to explore Birmingham's rich canal heritage. Scheduled for August 3, 2025, the event offers three route options: a 25.8-mile Canter, an 18.5-mile Mini Canter, and a 26.2-mile Canter Plus. The majority of the ..

The Nottingham Running Festival, scheduled for August 3, 2025, at Colwick Park, offers a vibrant day of running events, including 5K, 10K, and half marathon distances. Participants can enjoy a scenic course that features the beautiful trails and lakes of Colwick Country Park. The festival emphasizes..