Trail Running calendar near Congleton 2026-2027

Event overview Heights Ultra Trail is a charity running festival based at Colne Valley High School, Gillroyd Lane, Linthwaite, Huddersfield HD7 5SP. The event offers four marked races: 50 Mile 50 KM 27 KM 10 KM The event raises funds for..

Groovy Baby Love is a Peak District fell race from Hayfield Scout Hut on Sat 5 Sep 2026, 16 km with 675 m climb across unmarked ground. Mandatory kit and navigation skills required; pre entry and day entries available.

Take on the Yr Wyddfa Snowdon Ultra, an epic circa 100 mile mountain race across Snowdonia Eryri with about 5,172 m of ascent and a 42 hour cutoff. Limited to 250 runners, this self navigation ultra rewards seasoned trail and mountain runne..

Tackle a rugged 45 mile mountain ultra around Snowdonia's iconic peaks, starting and finishing in Betws y Coed. Expect big climbs, dramatic scenery and a tight 500 runner field for a true mountain running test.

Take on the Bullock Smithy Hike, a 56 mile circular challenge starting and finishing in Hazel Grove. Enjoy scenic trails and choose to hike or tackle it as the Ultra 56, hosted by the 3rd Hazel Grove Scout Group.

Run the stunning Malham Trail Half around Malham Cove and Malham Tarn, featuring a climb to Weets Top and a long, rewarding descent with sweeping views. Part of the Due North Trail Trilogy, this scenic half marathon blends challenge and cou..

Run the rugged beauty of the Shropshire Hills at Battle of the Borders, starting from Carding Mill Valley and tackling the dramatic Long Mynd ridges. Choose marathon, half marathon or 10K on waymarked, scenic but rewarding trails.

Enjoy the Longshaw Sheepdog Trials Fell Race, 5 September 2026, in the Peak District. A challenging 7.1 km route across the Longshaw estate with steep climbs and fast descents. Limited places and free sheepdog trials entry for runners.

Join a scenic charity 10k across Staffordshire countryside, starting and finishing at the canal side Hartley Arms in Wheaton Aston. With only 150 places, the race finishes with music and food at the pub to celebrate local charities.

Join the classic Burnsall Fell Race in the Yorkshire Dales for a short but fierce hill test, with a steep climb to a cairn and a thrilling edge descent. Entry on the day for seniors is £5.

The Exterminator wraps up the Totley AC series and starts and finishes at Totley AC Pavilion in Sheffield. Expect 27 km and about 1,066 m of ascent across moorland, woodland and fields for a rewarding challenge.

Take on the Stretton Skyline, a scenic yet demanding 30.5 km fell race around Church Stretton with 1357 m of climb and panoramic Shropshire Hills views. Pre entry only, finishers enjoy a tasty goody bag.

The Montane Dragon's Back Race will take place in Conwy from Monday 7 September 2026 to Friday 11 September 2026.

Enjoy a Peak District fell race at Oxspring Playing Field, a punchy 6.2 km course with 190 m of ascent through scenic terrain. On the day entries welcome for a modest fee and the event is part of an eight race series.

The Robin Hood 100 is a scenic 100 mile ultra from Retford that follows the Chesterfield Canal into Sherwood Forest, looping past the Major Oak and historic estates. Expect mostly gentle terrain, well supported aid stations and a friendly u..

Tackle the iconic Welsh 3000s with expert guides on a non competitive, fully supported 30 mile mountain run across 15 peaks in Snowdonia. Enjoy soaring ridgelines, big climbs and unforgettable camaraderie as you cross the Snowdon, Carneddau..

Tackle the 100 km Leeds Country Way In A Day, a scenic circuit around Leeds mostly on trails with variable underfoot conditions. Supported checkpoints, GPX navigation and optional pacers make it a rewarding challenge for experienced enduran..

Ultra X England brings rugged multi distance trail racing to the Peak District from Edale on 12 and 13 September 2026. Choose from short to ultra distances, enjoy fully marked routes, stocked aid stations and epic scenery.

Tackle a 20 mile off road endurance route across the Peak District on 12 September 2026, navigating by map and compass and enjoying stocked checkpoints along the way. This challenging fundraiser supports Edale Mountain Rescue Team.

Tackle the Yorkshireman Off Road Marathon or Half across Bronte Country moorland, trails and woods for a scenic but testing autumn challenge. Chip timed with generous feed stations, guided reccy runs and strong club support make it a must f..