Trail Running calendar near Congleton 2026-2027

A 26 km trail Metric Marathon starting and finishing in Hebden Bridge, running out to Stoodley Pike and back. The course is waymarked with marshals, a halfway checkpoint, a water station at the turnaround and baggage storage; all finishers..

A mountain race from Ingleton to the summit of Ingleborough, about 11 km with 600 m ascent, held during Ingleton Gala day on 18 July 2026. The race follows a public footpath, runs under FRA rules, and requires mandatory kit.

An inflatable obstacle-course fun run at Cheshire County Showground with 2.5 km laps and options for 2.5 km, 5 km, 10 km and 15 km. The event includes music zones, on-course water, finisher medals and food stalls.

Overnight endurance running on a flat 3.21 Mile loop around Wath Manvers Lake. Run as many laps as possible within a 12-hour period, with a clubhouse offering showers, food and parking, plus camping option and finisher medal.

A 7.5 km mixed terrain race on 18 July 2026 starting and finishing at the Bell & Harp pub in Little Eaton, running through the Derbyshire Dales. Entries are open until 17 July with chip timing, a 45 plus category and an afterparty.

Castle to Castle Ultra 36 is a 36 mile trail event from Clitheroe Castle to Lancaster Castle on 18 July 2026, with six checkpoints, mandatory kit, chip timing and live tracking.

A 5k muddy obstacle course at Worcester Racecourse on 18 Jul 2026, open to participants aged 13 and over. Entry includes fundraising support and a finishers medal, with a minimum fundraising target of £50.

A short fell race near Cracoe on Sunday 19 July 2026 covering 2.60 miles with about 900 feet of climb. The route crosses fields, includes a trailer and a wall to climb, rough ground and a final steep ascent.

Two trail races in Aymestrey, Herefordshire, both climbing to the Iron Age hillfort at Croft Ambrey. Routes are fully marked with water stations and a separate juniors 2 km race with medals.

A single lap, predominantly flat *10 km* multi terrain race along the River Ouse and through Hook in Goole on 19 July 2026. Chip timed with on course marshals, a finisher medal, optional bicentennial T shirt and prizes.

A professionally guided, fully supported three day loop in Northern Snowdonia visiting 47 summits over just over 100 km with about 9,000 m of ascent. Small groups return each day to Capel Curig with a support vehicle and 1:6 guiding ratio.

Tackle the rugged Bowland slopes at the Hapton Fell Race, a challenging 5 miles with about 400 m of climb near Burnley. Day of entry makes it ideal for last minute plans and friendly club rivalry.

Experience a two lap trail race through 400 acres of historic parkland at Alderley Park. This five mile course features scenic views of an arboretum and lakes and includes a technical finisher t-shirt for all participants.

Tackle a classic Peak District fell run from Glossop Rugby Club up to The Nab, a challenging 4 miles with 365 m of climbing and great views. Open to runners 16 and over with pre entry and on the day entry and team places available.

Evening pop up races at Cromwell Bottom Nature Reserve on 23 July 2026 feature 5k and 10k routes, on site parking, food and a finisher jumble medal. Payment is accepted on the day or online.

Join the Fellrunner in Sheldon on Thu 23 Jul 2026 for a spirited 4 mile village fell race across scenic Peak District climbs. Friendly entry on the day supports local funds and welcomes runners aged 14 and over.

A new trail 10k around Clowbridge Reservoir and the Pennine Bridleway on 23 July 2026. The course has 175 m elevation, marked and marshalled with spot prizes and proceeds donated to local causes.

A 10 km trail race at RSPB St Aidan's Country Park in Swillington, Leeds, held on a Friday evening in July. The route follows public footpaths and bridleways with mostly flat and undulating sections and is limited to 300 runners.

The Punk Panther Takes the Hindmost will take place in Otley on Saturday 25 July 2026.

A multi-distance running event along the River Severn on a disused railway between Ironbridge and Bridgnorth, offering distances from 9 miles to 37 miles with regular aid stations and riverside views.