Trail Running calendar near Congleton 2026-2027

INFERNO in Edale is a raw and beautiful trail race around Ringing Roger featuring sheep tracks, rocky descents and a climb up a waterfall. Distances from 10 to 41 miles are self navigated with GPX files and downloadable maps.

Take in stunning reservoir views at the Carsington Water Half Marathon and 10K on 22 August 2026, with undulating trail routes suitable for all abilities. Enjoy a lively event village, marked course and friendly marshals for a memorable day..

Enjoy the Summer Extravaganza on the Leeds Liverpool Canal towpath in Kirkstall, with distances from 10k to marathon. Finishers receive bespoke medals and postrace treats and organisers donate £1 to Hollybush charity per runner.

Join Phoenix Afterglow in Manchester for a scenic multi lap run along the River Mersey in Chorlton Water Park, on a flat towpath ideal for any pace. Pick distances from 5 km to ultra and collect a bespoke finisher medal as a new series meda..

Take on the Trunce 8, a classic Peak District fell race starting and finishing at Oxspring Playing Field. The 6.2 km route climbs 190 m and entry is on the day for £3, with a junior 3 km race for over 10s at £1.

Take on the Fellrunner Golf Ball in Rossendale for a gritty 8.8 km fell race with 244 m of climbing across classic Bowland terrain. Teams are welcome and post race food and drink ensure a warm community finish.

Take on the classic Holcombe Two Towers fell race on Wednesday 26 August 2026 in the South West Pennines, a challenging 4 mile course with 400 m of climb through rugged moorland. Expect steep trails, great views and a lively community atmos..

Kirkstall Rock up n' Run brings a fun pop up Summer Series vibe to the Leeds canal on 27 August 2026 with 5k and 10k routes for runners 16 and over. Register on the night and enjoy a Jumble medal, a drink and hot food.

Punk Panther Dales Dazzler is a scenic trail run from Skipton through classic Dales villages with route options from 13 to 50 miles, plenty of climbing and stunning views. Entries are capped at 200 and finishers get a medal and event T shir..

Take on the 130 mile nonstop canal towpath race from Liverpool to Leeds along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, with supported or unsupported entry options. Field capped at 100 runners and a 40 hour cutoff make this an epic endurance test.

Tackle a classic Pennines fell race in Pendleton on 29 August 2026. The 8 km course packs 457 m of ascent across rough terrain, with on the day entries and homemade cakes and a cosy village pub to reward you.

The Dales Dazzler will take place in Skipton on Saturday 29 August 2026.

Join the scenic Nottingham Running Festival on Sunday 30 August 2026 at Colwick Park, with distances from a 5K and junior race up to a four lap half marathon around lakeside paths. Enjoy an event village, sustainability focus, free photos a..

Join Worcester Woods parkrun every Saturday where Pershore Plum Plodders often gather to run, chat and enjoy refreshments after the run. Friendly, community focused and great for beginners and regulars alike.

Tackle the Hebden Fell Race on Monday 31 August 2026 at Powder House Field for a sharp 1.5 mile challenge with roughly 400 feet of climb. Expect a steep ascent, topside running and a testing uphill finish through walls and streams.

Experience the Eyam Fell Race on 1 September 2026, a challenging 10 km route over Sir William Hill with waymarked, marshalled trails. Finish back in Eyam for prizes, a barbecue and drinks in the courtyard.

Kilnsey Crag Fell Race at the Kilnsey Show in the York Dales is a short, steep blast up iconic Kilnsey Crag that tests speed and nerve. The senior race is pre entry only while free junior races make it a lively family event.

An 8 km fell race in the South West Pennines with 360 m of ascent, starting and finishing at the Red Lion in Whitworth. Expect a steep opening climb and a rollercoaster ridgeline over Brown Wardle and Hades Hill.

Challenge yourself on the Great Longstone Chase, a classic fell race in the Peak District with 4.8 miles of rugged trail and 290 m of climb. Limited to 200 pre entered runners, the event also offers junior races and post race refreshments.

Tackle a scenic 10k through Malham Cove and Malham Tarn with a climb to Weets Top and a long descent. Part of the Due North Trail Trilogy, the race finishes with a post race meal and beer plus prizes and free parking.