Trail Running calendar near Cradley Heath 2026-2027

Follow Britains oldest trail through 5000 years of history on the Ridgeway. Choose between 50km or 100km distances and finish at the iconic Avebury Standing Stones with full medical and snack support.

Circular running and walking routes start in Hallow and pass through 12 local parishes. Distances range from 10 to 40 miles, with waymarked off road paths, checkpoints offering drinks and snacks, and a hot meal and certificate for finishers..

Trail event at Carding Mill Valley offering 10K, half marathon and marathon routes across the Shropshire Hills and Long Mynd, with marked trails, aid stations and a medal included.

Take on the Charlesworth & Chisworth Carnival Fell Race on Sat 11 Jul 2026 in the Peak District, a testing 5 km / 3.1 mile course with 180 m of climb. Pre entry and entry on the day plus junior races make this a great community running day.

Trail races from 8 km to 50 km start at Princes Risborough School on 11 July 2026. Routes cross ancient beech woods, chalk downs and ridgelines in the Chilterns AONB with marked courses and aid outposts.

A timed, multi lap run at Parc Taf Bargoed using a 5.3 km out and back lap. Distances range from 5 km to ultra with a seven hour limit and a medal or no medal entry option.

A timed lap event on a flat 5.3 km riverside course in Chorlton Water Park, offering distances from 5 km to ultra over a seven hour limit. Finishers receive a bespoke medal and the organisers donate £1 per entry to a chosen charity.

Guided 10 km trail run in the Chiltern Hills from Church Farm Cafe, Aldbury, with Run Leaders offering trail tips and local history. Groups are matched by ability, dog friendly with cani cross equipment.

MacTuffX Peterborough on 11 July 2026 at the Embankment offers Solo Doubles and Relay functional fitness races combining ten Xercises with repeated runs. Entrants must be 18 or older.

Teams of three race from the Packhorse pub to a Midford cider farm and back over an off road route, collecting and carrying a full barrel. Fancy dress is compulsory and prizes include fastest teams and best costume.

A lap based timed run at Mowsbury Park on 11 July 2026 offering distances from 5 km up to ultra with a flexible one hour start window and a choice of medal or lower cost no medal entry. Places are limited to 75.

A short 1.6 km hill race with 95 m of climb on Sugar Lane in Rainow on 11 July 2026, held as part of the Rainow Village Fete. Open to runners aged 8 and over with entry on the day.

Charity trek at Tittesworth Reservoir offering 10, 20 and 30 mile routes with team and guided options. Funds support a WaterAid project in Bangladesh.

A muddy 5k obstacle course through Abington Park in Northampton on 11 July 2026, organised by Cancer Research UK. Waves run every 15 minutes, participants must be aged 13 or older, and on site facilities include toilets and refreshments.

A Pretty Muddy 5k at Cofton Park featuring a grass obstacle course with climbs, crawls and slides, staggered waves every 15 minutes and a minimum age of 13. The event supports fundraising for Cancer Research UK and has a minimum fundraising..

A 5.8 km fell race to the summit of Pen y Fan near Brecon with 588 m of ascent, part of the South Wales Series and the 2026 UKA Fell Running Championship; entries are limited and minimum age is over 16.

A circular self navigation event from Parwich in the Derbyshire Dales, covering about 17 miles with 2,000 ft elevation. Participants collect two cards on route, use three aid stations and must carry mandatory kit.

A multi-lap running event at Box End Park in Kempston with three race options of repeated 5 km laps, race medals, on-course support and awards across overall, female and age-group categories.

A 9.7 km fell race with 247 m of climb around Peak Forest on 12 July 2026. Entry costs £8 in advance or £10 on the day, free parking is provided, and the route is marked with marshals and post-race refreshments.

A point-to-point trail run from Bury to Rawtenstall alongside the East Lancashire Railway and the River Irwell. Runners try to keep pace with a steam train while supporters can ride the train; finishers receive a medal and T-shirt.