Trail Running calendar near Congleton 2025-2026

Celebrate the 10th Spire Ultra on 9 May 2026, a scenic 33 mile trail around Chesterfield that climbs moorland, ancient woodland and reservoirs. Expect waymarked trickier sections, on course support and a special 10 year memento for finisher..

Take on the Marsden Moors Marathon on 9 May 2026 with scenic circular routes of 26, 23 or 18 miles around the Colne Valley. Enjoy moorland trails, reservoir and canal views, checkpoints and a warm finish meal for a memorable challenge.

Run along the Lancaster canal towpath and through tree lined Haslam Park on a scenic 5K loop with options from 5K up to marathon and a timed ultra. Finish at the UCLAN Sports Arena with showers, a cafe and free parking.

Five Trig Points on 9 May 2026 is an 18 to 19 mile trail challenge around Delph with about 3,000 ft of ascent and self navigation to five local trig points. Manned checkpoints supply snacks and the finish offers free soup and hot drinks.

The Apocalypse Ultramarathon on 9 May 2026 in Church Stretton offers four distinct loops totaling 50 miles and over 10,000 ft of climb. Run one to four loops in any order within a 16 hour limit while enjoying a rolling buffet at HQ.

Tackle the Five Trigs fell race in the South West Pennines, a rugged 19 mile route with about 900 m of climb visiting five trig points. Unmarked and navigational, it rewards grit with checkpoints, hot soup and stunning moorland views.

Take on The Tour of Bradwell The Other Half, a challenging fell race in the Peak District starting and finishing at Bradwell Sports Club. Expect a long high ground route with big climbs and a lively mass start atmosphere.

Pendle Cloughs fell race on Saturday 9 May 2026 in Downham near Clitheroe is a tough 14 mile route with 1250 m of ascent across classic Lancashire fells. Entry capped at 400 with limited on the day places so book early via SIEntries.

Join the Cressbrook Crawl in the Peak District on Sat 9 May 2026. A scenic but testing 10.5 km trail with 400 m of climb starting and finishing at The Cressbrook Club. Pre entry is required.

Shires and Spires offers circular multi distance routes from Naseby Hall, weaving country trails and roads past Holdenby House, Cottesbrooke and Althorp. Distances from 10K to ultra suit all abilities on scenic, well marked courses.

Scenic riverside loops around Avenham Park beside the River Ribble offer gorgeous parkland running. Choose 10K, half marathon, marathon or a timed ultra, enjoy a bespoke medal and post run treats, with just 100 entries for a friendly vibe.

Join a guided recce of the Paddy Buckley leg from Nantmoor to Beddgelert in Snowdonia. This 15 km, 1,580 m ascent route is run in small groups led by experienced Mountain Leader qualified guides for a scenic, challenging day.

Trunce 3 at Oxspring Playing Field on Mon 11 May 2026 offers a scenic but hilly 6.2 km senior race with 190 m of climb in the Peak District. Entry on the day is £3 with a 3 km over 10 junior race included, part of an eight race series.

Take on the Caradoc Classic, a scenic 3.5 miles fell race from Church Stretton climbing about 268 m. Part of the local Summer Series, this friendly community event includes junior races and on the day entries.

Take on the classic Shining Tor fell race in the Peak District on 13 May 2026, a scenic 9.4 km challenge with 311 m of climb. Expect rough trails, great views and a friendly fell running atmosphere for adults of all abilities.

Run the Rodley Rock up n' Run, a pop up Summer Series 5k and 10k along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, with on the day or online entry. All finishers get a jumble medal and hot food plus a beer or soft drink.

Ultra Trail Snowdonia by UTMB returns to Llanberis, North Wales as part of the UTMB World Series. Tackle epic 100 mile and 100 km routes or choose shorter 50 km and 25 km options across dramatic Snowdonia mountain trails.

Join the Hayfield May Queen fell race on Fri 15 May 2026 for a lively village run as part of the May Queen celebrations and the 3 Days in May series. Entry is on the day, with all proceeds supporting the May Queen charities.

Holcombe 10 on 16 May 2026 features 10K and 10 mile trail routes from Hare & Hounds through Redisher Woods and up to Peel Tower with sweeping moorland views. Rugged climbs, runnable bridleways and a finisher memento support local youth proj..

Take on a 50k countryside challenge on 16 May 2026 around Trent Valley, weaving through villages, footpaths and tracks. Finish back at Milestone Brewery for food, music and a commemorative branded pint glass to toast your effort.