Trail Running calendar near Darley Dale 2026-2027

A six hour lap event at Pooley Country Park near Tamworth where runners complete 3.3 mile laps on mixed grassland and park paths. Distances range from a single 5k lap up to many laps within the time limit.

A trail 5k around Clowbridge Reservoir near the Pennine Bridleway, run as two anti clockwise laps from Rossendale Valley Sailing Club. Third race of a three week spring series with prizes and funds donated to local causes.

An out and back ultramarathon from Abberley Village Hall following the Worcestershire Way with GPX navigation. Races of 23, 31, 38 and 47 miles are offered; the full route has about 2,941 m of ascent.

A 50 mile trail ultra in the Yorkshire Dales around Malham with 2593 m of ascent and five staffed checkpoints. It follows the Pennine Way and Yorkshire 3 Peaks routes and requires prior marathon experience and mandatory kit.

A trail event on 2 May 2026 at Carding Mill Valley offering a half marathon (one 13.1-mile lap) or a full marathon (two laps). Entries for the main race are limited to 200 and a virtual option runs the week of May 4th.

A BM category fell race from Diggle Hotel across moorland and Pennine terrain covering 10 miles with 1700 ft of climb, finalising with a community cake competition and prizes for decoration and taste.

Tackle a scenic but tough 3.75-mile cross-country course through the private grounds of Mapplewell Meadows Farm. This hilly, off-road race features grassy and gravel paths that can get muddy. Prizes are awarded across many categories, with..

Explore the Cotswolds trails at the Tempo Trail Races. Choose from five distances including a new 50K ultra option. The event starts and finishes at the Ilmington Sports & Social Club.

Join a trail run from Castleton Village Hall in the Peak District. Choose between a 6.5 km or 13.1 km route past Peveril Castle and the Great Ridge. Finish with treats from a local bakery while supporting trail conservation.

A five mile women only trail race in Worsley on 3 May 2026, organised by Swinton Running Club and based at Beesley Green Community Centre. Online entries open midnight 31 December and on the day entry may be available for an extra £2.

A club-organised fell race featuring a senior Category BS course of about 6 miles with 1109 ft climb, plus a set of junior races for ages 6 to under 17. The event is registered with the Fell Runners' Association and forms part of a local Gr..

A four hour endurance run on a 5.3 km circuit in New Mills where participants complete as many laps as possible; the finish area at Millers Bar features a gong and post race drinks.

An 11 km Calder Valley fell race with 396 m of climb across moorland, visiting Erringden Moor, Stoodley Pike and Bell House Moor. The flagged course is FRA licensed; mandatory kit may be required and entry is limited to 200.

A three race series of measured, flat 5 kilometres on a canal towpath near Methley organised by Rothwell Harriers to raise funds for the Jane Tomlinson Appeal. Series entrants receive a t shirt and the final race includes a 1.5 mile fun run..

A midweek trail and fell race around White Nancy and Kerridge ridge covering about 8 km with 230 m of climb. Organised with club support, entries are limited and all proceeds go to local charities and mountain rescue.

A provisional cross-country race at Sheinton Church near Cressage on 6 May 2026. The course is 5.3 km with 100 m ascent, entry is on day only with a fee of £8, and 2026 will be the last running.

An evening pop up running event in Kirkstall offering 5k and 10k routes, on-the-day or online entry, food, a jumble medal and a drink for runners. Open to entrants aged 16 and over on 7 May 2026.

Midweek fell race around Scorton and Nicky Nook near Garstang, about 8.1 km with 313 m of climb. Entry is limited to 140, pre entry is available, and runners receive free soup and a roll after the race.

A BM-category fell race in Ilkley on 7 May 2026, covering 11.2 km with 335 m of climb. On-the-day entry is available for £5 and the race holds UK Athletics insurance through the FRA.

A trail event at Brockholes Nature Reserve offering 10K, half, marathon and ultra options on lakeside and woodland paths. Entries are limited, there is a six hour time limit, and £2 from each entry supports the reserve.