Trail Running calendar near Cradley Heath 2026-2027

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.

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 marked fell race in South Wales on 23 July 2026, covering 5.5 km with 315 m of climb. Entry on the day costs £3 and the minimum age is 16. Post race tea and cake are available; bring your own mug.

A self‑navigated *100 km* ultramarathon along the Beacons Way with 3178 m ascent, six staffed checkpoints, strict qualifying criteria and mandatory map-and-compass navigation; places are limited and mandatory kit is enforced.

A 100 miles race across the Brecon Beacons on 25 July 2026, following the Beacons Way from Abergavenny Castle with 10 checkpoints, 6143 m ascent and live GPS tracking. Entrants must meet age, experience and mandatory kit requirements.

The Railway Ultra follows a disused railway line along the River Severn between Ironbridge and Bridgnorth. Runners can choose from five distances, from 9 miles up to 37 miles. The flat, scenic route features industrial heritage and includes..

Trail races around Abergavenny on 25 to 26 July 2026 offer distances from 12 km to 110 km, camping at Llangorse, checkpoints about every 10 km and UTMB Index categories. The event includes medical support, marked courses and a Race Pack sen..

Choose your own distance challenge in a 7-hour window at Dare Valley Country Park. Run scenic laps on well-maintained paths, with Britney-themed fun. Everyone finishing 3 km or more gets a themed medal, a goody bag, and ice cream.

Alderman's Ascent is an 8.5 km fell race in Greenfield with about 400 m of ascent, visiting Pots and Pans and Shaw Rocks. It is an FRA AS category race with pre entry and day entry options and teams allowed.

Choose between a 5-mile or 13-mile trail run to the summit of Pen Y Fan, South Wales' highest peak. The entry includes a medal, buff, and chip timing, but participants must carry specific compulsory kit. The event takes place on a Sunday in..

A classic and demanding 28.5 km fell race across the rugged Pennine moors, featuring over 1,200 meters of ascent. Strict kit and experience requirements make this a serious test for seasoned fell runners only.

A one-lap, chip-timed *10 km* trail through Garendon Park with water stations, finishers' T-shirt and photo service. Limited to 400 entries, open to ages 15 and up with transfers allowed until 19 July 2026.

Event Overview The Dovedale Dipper is a trail event for runners and walkers set in the Peak District National Park. The event is based in the village of Hartington. Participants can choose from two distances, exploring the White Peak area...

The EDDUM is a 50-mile ultra marathon following the Epynt Way trail loop around the Sennybridge Training Area in Wales. With significant elevation gain and fully stocked checkpoints, it offers a demanding trail adventure through an historic..

Join the Derby Running Festival at Elvaston Castle Country Park. Run a flat, multi-terrain route through historic parkland on a 5K, 10K, or half marathon course. Every finisher receives a themed medal, photos, and refreshments in the event..

Enjoy the Parwich Panoramic Five on Tue 4 Aug 2026, a scenic 8.5 km trail from the Sycamore Inn in Parwich, Peak District. Expect panoramic views and a 200 m climb; on the day entry only, £5.

A new 4 mile route around Bradwell in the Peak District on Tue 4 Aug 2026 climbs 276 m for a rewarding hill challenge. Teams welcome and pre entry opens in May with on the day entries available at Bradwell Sports Pavilion.

Tackle the scenic Cracken Edge fell race in the Peak District on Wed 5 Aug 2026, a challenging 11.3 km route with 442 m of climb. Join runners raising funds for Kinder Mountain Rescue Team; teams welcome and entries available on the day.

The Hopwood Trot features an 8.8 km multi-terrain course around historic Hopwood Hall. Prizes are awarded for top finishers and teams. Entry is limited to 200 runners aged 16 and over.

A four day, 184 mile race along the Thames Path from the Cotswolds to the Thames Barrier. Competitors are self-sufficient, must carry mandatory kit, and overnight accommodation is provided at the end of Days 1 to 3.