Trail Running calendar near Chester 2025-2026

Tackle Ilkley Moor Fell Race on 1 March 2026, an exhilarating 8 km single lap across rugged moorland with 401 m climb. Limited to 400 runners, this classic AS fell challenge pairs raw scenery with steep, rewarding climbs.

Tackle undulating trails, muddy paths and a shallow stream crossing on an adventurous six mile route at Baggeridge Country Park. Join the Action Heart Tuff Un on 1 March 2026 to test yourself and support a West Midlands cardiac charity.

Join the Saint Michael's Harrogate 10K & 5K on 1 March 2026 for a scenic trail run supporting North Yorkshire Hospice Care. Limited to 1,000 places, family friendly 5K entries are free for ages 6 to 15 when accompanied by an adult.

Explore riverside paths and rocky trails at Loggerheads Country Park with 5 km, 5 km canicross and 10 km options on 7 March 2026. Varied terrain, steps and scenic views make this a fun and rewarding challenge for runners and their dogs.

Tackle high moorland trails around Saddleworth reservoirs on self navigated routes of 25 km, 44 km or 60 km, with boggy ground, tracks and checkpoints to visit in order. Live tracking, on course support and a post event meal included.

Join the Scott Sports Dirty Dozen Adventure Trail Run at Cannock Chase for a gutsy single loop of undulating trails, muddy singletrack and the notorious Ditch of Doom. Enjoy a festival vibe with kids races, camping, on site food and race ph..

Tackle a scenic but testing 6.8 km fell course around Dolgarrog with 417 m of climb, hosted at Canolfan Porthlwyd. Entry on the day; minimum age 16 makes it perfect for adventurous runners.

The Stan Bradshaw Pendle Round on Sat 7 Mar 2026 is a classic fell race around Pendle offering Pennine ridges and wide views. About 9.4 miles with 545 m of climb, pre entries and day entries are welcome for a rewarding spring challenge.

Granny's Bay Challenge on 8 March 2026 in Lytham St Annes offers a scenic, flat 5.24 mile estuary loop. This 6 hour timed event lets you run as many laps as you like and earn an official time and medal after one lap; entries limited to 100.

Join the March Hare's Final Run in Penistone, a 7 hour timed challenge on a flat 6.55 mile lap course and run as many laps as you can. Finishers get a 2026 medal and goody bag plus hot drinks and cake.

Take on the Roddlesworth Roller, a scenic 9 km trail around lakes and through woods on good paths and roads. Held at Abbey Village on 8 March 2026, this friendly community race welcomes all ages and raises funds for the school PTA.

The CODopoly Triple is a friendly multi day running event in Shropshire where you can run one, two or all three days. Choose 8 mile, half marathon or marathon courses and soak up Ironbridge and south Telford views at The Unicorn Inn.

Tackle an 18 km self navigating route from Hayfield to Rushup Edge and back, climbing 806 m over fast trails and open ridgelines. Pick your own start time for this scenic, rewarding challenge organised by Rangers Expeditions and Ultras.

Tackle the Ranger Ultras PB50km in Hayfield, a scenic new loop through sections of the Pennine Bridleway, Pennine Way and Limestone Way with 1840 metres of ascent. Self navigating with a flexible start and on course aid stations, this time..

Nant Yr Arian Silver Trail Races on 14 March 2026 in the Cambrian Mountains with half marathon, 10 km and junior races. Organised by Aberystwyth Athletic Club as a not for profit race supporting charities, routes are waymarked with GPX.

WODland - Endurorun is an inclusive trail running event taking place in Holmfirth, Great Britain, on March 14, 2026. Participants can choose from various distances, including 5km, 10km, and 20km, or take on the unique 6-hour challenge, wher..

Haworth Hobble is a classic March fell ultra across rugged moorland around Haworth and Hebden Bridge, offering a true off road challenge. Expect wintry, remote terrain, mandatory kit and navigation with no GPS but live trackers.

Two day canicross and trail festival on the private Brynkinalt Estate with scenic climbs and farmland views on approx 5k and 10k routes. Awards for top finishers and a charity partner give it a festival feel.

Take on the Beast of the Blacks, a scenic trail running challenge through the Black Mountains of Wales with 11 mile, 20 mile or epic 40 mile options. Fully marked and well supported with checkpoints, camping, medics, canicross friendly faci..

The Grindleford Gallop is a scenic 34 km trail across the Peak District with sweeping edge views. Follow moorland, villages and Chatsworth Park while supporting Grindleford Primary School; this volunteer run is currently full.