Trail Running calendar near Deansgate 2026-2027

Looped races at Chasewater Country Park offer 5K laps for options from 5K up to a full marathon, a relatively flat mixed-surface course with park facilities and aid stations, and a finisher medal and occasional snack.

A Peak District fell race on 28 June 2026 covering 15.5 miles (25 km) with about 2950 ft (900 m) of ascent. Entry is on the day only with fees of £8 for FRA members and £10 for non-members. Runners must be over 18 and carry full FRA kit.

Cragg Vale on 1 July 2026 is a 4 miles (6.4 km) fell race with 244 m of climb run from the village near Cragg Vale Church. Entry on the day is £8 cash and registration and refreshments are based at Cragg Church.

A returning fell race from under Ribblehead Viaduct to the summit of Whernside and back to The Station Inn, Ribblehead. The course is 10.5 km with 468 m of ascent and a minimum age of 18 years.

Take on the Hope Wakes Fell Race on 1 July 2026: a scenic 9.5 km Peak District route with 458 m of climb, starting and finishing at Hope Sportsfield. On the day entry is £8 and all profits go to local charities.

Take on the Winster Hill Race in the heart of the Peak District with a 4 mile course and 177 m of climb that rewards effort with stunning views. Open to runners aged 14 and up with affordable pre entry and on the day entry available.

Explore the Peak District on the Edale Skyline Trail Weekend with the rugged 23 mile Skyline route or a shorter 10 km option. Stay near Edale, get guided trail coaching and enjoy spectacular views with fellow runners.

Point to point half marathon style race along canal towpaths from Wolverhampton to Brindley Place in Birmingham. The course includes a 360 metre tunnel, floating drink stations every 3 miles and chip timing.

A community event tracing the Patterdale parish boundary with four distance options from a 28‑mile boundary route to a family downhill Minibeat, tracker support and checkpoint provisions, raising funds for the local school and church.

Weekend trail event based at Bakewell in the Southern Peak District on 4-5 July 2026. Distances run from 10 miles to 100 km with camping, covered rest stops, medical support, GPS-tracked routes, and finisher medal and T shirt.

A multi-distance running event on 4 July 2026 around the Ironbridge valley, starting and finishing at The Unicorn Inn. Options include 8 miles, 16 miles and a full marathon with finisher bling and on-site parking.

A circular upland race from Muker to the Tan Hill Inn and back covering about 31.7 km with nearly 3,000 ft of ascent, marked routes, multiple aid stations and mandatory kit checks; parking and GPX files are provided.

A roughly 15.5 km loop from Muker that climbs Swinner Gill and returns along the River Swale, on grassy paths and shooting tracks. Aid stations offer food options and post-race hot refreshments; runners must meet mandatory kit and be 16 or..

Take on the Fellrunner at Heptonstall Festival, a scenic 9.5 km fell race with about 500 m of climb in the South West Pennines. Finish to live music, food stalls and a free pint; entry on the day £7.

A senior fell race on 4 July 2026 in Warslow, Peak District: 10 km with 675 m ascent, limited to 150 entries, FRA rules apply and a 1 hour 55 minute maximum finish time may be enforced.

Explore the Lake District in the Saunders Lakeland Mountain Marathon, a two day mountain navigation event for teams of two. Pick from varied courses, camp overnight and test map and compass skills on rugged terrain.

Enjoy the Coal Aston Gala Chase, a 4.7 mile off road trail through Moss Valley with woodland, farmland and a small ford to keep things lively. A 1.4 mile family fun run welcomes kids and every finisher gets free cake.

A low-key fell race at the Oakworth gala on 4 July 2026, held at Oakworth Gala Field. The 9 km course rises about 250 m with steep climbs and tricky descents; entries cost £5 and are available in advance and on the day.

A community-run fell race in Great Hucklow covering about 10 km with roughly 340 m of climb across Abney Moor and Bretton Clough. The event is volunteer-led and entry fees support local causes; finishers are offered the race's renowned flap..

A half marathon trail run from Lyme Hall in Cheshire that follows the Gritstone Trail, Kerridge Ridge and the Macclesfield Canal. Entry includes parking and park access, with two aid stations, electronic timing and a medal or tree-planting..