Trail Running calendar near Delamere Forest 2026-2027

A 32 mile urban loop from Baggeridge Country Park on 29 March 2026, offered as solo, pair or team of 4 relay. The mostly traffic-free route includes long tunnels, canal towpaths, three aid checkpoints and a GPX route file.

A guided recce of the Paddy Buckley leg from Ogwen Valley to Capel Curig across the Carneddau. The 16 km route gains 1,245 m and is led in small groups by Mountain Leader qualified runners who can offer route advice.

Take on the finale of the Shropshire Winter Series at Ercall Wood, a tough 8.8 km fell race climbing 519 m on scenic Ercall Hill. Pre entry or on the day entries accepted and junior races run for ages 12 to 17.

Family friendly event at Telford Town Park with 2.5K and 5K routes, a finisher teddy for each participant, and a post-race teddy bears picnic. The event raises funds for Birmingham Children's Hospital and encourages fundraising.

Take on Trunce 1 on Mon 30 Mar 2026 at Oxspring Playing Field in the Peak District, a testing 6.2 km fell course with 190 m climb. Entry is £3 on the day and juniors can join a 3 km race for £1.

Join the Pete Hartley Memorial Liver Hill fell race on Tue 31 Mar 2026 in the South West Pennines, starting from Marl Pits Sports Centre in Rawtenstall. A punchy 7 km with 250 m climb, open to age 16 and over with entry on the day for £5; j..

Run scenic trails around Horwich at Curley's 5 km Trail Race on 1 April 2026, organised by Winter Hill Runners. Friendly and fast paced, entries are available on the day making it perfect for casual runners and trail lovers.

A 50 mile trail race on Good Friday 3 April 2026 from Manchester to Liverpool along the Trans-Pennine Trail. The event features six checkpoints, live GPS tracking, a 14 hour cut off and limited entry; 2026 places are sold out.

A women-only trail half marathon celebrating the April Pink Moon. The scenic out-and-back course traverses woodland and trails, finishing with a campfire celebration. The event supports a local Women's Aid charity.

A tough trail half marathon in Aberdyfi with 850 meters of climbing. The scenic route runs through the UNESCO Dyfi Biosphere and along the Wales Coast Path. It's a UTMB Index Race for the 20K category.

Trail races around Carsington Water on 4 April 2026 offering a half marathon and a 10K with marked kilometres, marshals and an event village with food and partner giveaways.

A Category B short fell race of about 5.2 km with 213 m of ascent in Horwich on 4 April 2026. The route climbs to Rivington Pike and returns; pre entry and day entry are available and junior races are organised for multiple age groups.

A fully guided and supported 42.4 mile trail run from Pentrefoelas to Bodfari with 5,325 ft of ascent, six staffed sections with checkpoints, food and first aid, and a wooden medal and certificate on completion.

Canal-side trail races from Rodley along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal offering distances from 10k to ultra marathon. The course is an out and back on a mostly flat towpath with marshals, regular feed stations and finisher medals.

Join the festive Chasewater Easter Egg Challenge for a run around the reservoir. Choose from 5k to 20k distances or a junior run, with custom medals and photos for all. Optional Easter costumes welcome.

Join the Alan Kirk Memorial Lad's Leap on Sun 5 Apr 2026 in Crowden near Woodhead for a testing 9.5 km moorland race with 518 m of ascent and spectacular Peak District views. Teams welcome and entries available on the day.

Experience Halifax like never before. The Halifax Urban Trail is a unique 10K route that takes runners through the town's historic buildings, from Shibden Park to the Piece Hall. This inaugural event supports a local hospice charity.

Join this friendly 3 mile race in Haworth on the South West Pennines, climbing 100 m over a scenic course around the Old Sun Hotel. Every finisher gets a Cadbury's Creme Egg and winners take Easter eggs, with chip butties at the pub after.

A trail race from Studley Roger near Ripon following the Ripon Rowel route through Fountains Abbey, Studley Water gardens and the River Skell. Distances range from a half marathon to an ultramarathon of about 35 miles with checkpoint suppor..

On 11 April 2026 the Calderdale Hike offers circular 35, 24 and 16 mile routes from Sowerby Bridge across high Pennine moors, open to walkers and runners, with compulsory kit checks and professional timing.