Trail Running calendar near Derby 2025-2026

Tackle a rugged 50 km loop from Hayfield across the White and Dark Peak with 1840 m of ascent and on course support to keep you moving. This self guided route follows classic Pennine trails for stunning scenery and a proper trail challenge.

Run the undulating multi terrain trails at Sherwood Pines on 15 March 2026, choosing from a new 20 Mile, half marathon, 10k or junior run. This Gold Badge event offers bespoke medals, free photos and prizes for top finishers.

Run through ancient trees and rolling contours at the DirtRun Wyre Wizard Trail in Wyre Forest. Choose a 13 mile half marathon or 7.6 mile Super Seven for scenic trails, medals and on course support.

Enjoy two scenic fell races in Otley on 21 March 2026, choosing 14 km or 9 km routes across classic fells and trails. Limited entries and every finisher gets a complimentary pint of Craven ale.

Take on Otley's scenic 10 km fell race on 21 March 2026, with 390 metres of climbing through Chevin Forest and Surprise View. Organised by Great Owl Running, the single lap starts and finishes on Station Road with post race refreshments at..

Run through pastoral trails at Hyde Hall Farm for the Moo Marathon experience with distances from 10k to ultra to suit every runner. Expect lap based routes, a bespoke finish medal and cupless aid stations.

Take on the Link Challenge, a 20 mile trail run or hike on 21 March 2026 at Burrs Country Park, Bury. Enjoy scenic village paths, checkpoints with aid and guided support, and a finisher neck gaiter to mark the achievement.

Take on a scenic trail marathon or 20 mile route from North Wingfield, looping through fields, woodland and the 5 Pits Trail with aid stations and GPX navigation support. Finishers receive a medal and warm cuppa and the event supports Spani..

Challenge yourself on the wild moorland of Blubberhouses at the Blubberhouses Moor Challenge Event on Sunday 22 March 2026. Online entries are open for a scenic North Yorkshire outing that rewards grit and views.

Thornbridge Brewery in Bakewell hosts the TFG Beer & Pudding Races, with 7 km and 13.5 km scenic trail routes in the Peak District. Waymarked courses and small group starts lead to a brewery finish where beer and Bakewell pudding await.

Take on the scenic Rochdale Canal at Canalathon Ultra Running Festival with distances from 10 km to 100 km to suit every runner. Enjoy flat towpath routes, marshals, aid stations and a canal side finish at Sowerby Bridge Cricket Club.

Experience the Petzl Night Trails 10K at Salcey Forest under torchlight, with Petzl demo head torches on site. Enjoy a flat two lap trail, a canicross option and post race hot drinks plus a medal or tree planting token.

Take on the Elephant Challenge at Salcey Forest on 24 March 2026, tackling repeated 3.5 mile loops over six hours. Runners, walkers, canicross and ruckers welcome, with an option to support Roald Dahl charity.

The Moel Famau Easter 'Piece of String' Race is a fun and inclusive outdoor event held at the start of the Easter holidays. Participants can enjoy a scenic run on the region's popular hill, with routes ranging from 6 to 12 kilometers that a..

Run the traffic free Monsal Trail from Bakewell on 28 and 29 March in this two day weekend event. Choose a scenic Half Marathon or 10k that threads through four tunnels and across the Monsal viaduct with sweeping Derbyshire Dales views.

Run Upcote Spring Trail is a limited entry 5 mile off road route around Upcote Farm near Cheltenham, featuring forest tracks, climbs and scenic Cotswolds views. Expect chip timing, medals for all finishers and a friendly festival vibe.

Challenge a scenic 32 mile loop from Baggeridge Country Park, largely traffic free along canals and old railways. Enter solo, pairs or team of 4, face the 2.7 km Netherton Tunnel with a head torch and finish with a medal and a beer.

Tackle 50 miles from Manchester to Liverpool along the Trans Pennine Trail, Manchester Ship Canal and River Mersey on Good Friday. A scenic point to point ultra with checkpoints, live tracking and 14 hour cutoff for a true endurance test.

Run a scenic 10K or half marathon around Carsington Water on Saturday 4 April 2026, with undulating trail routes and sweeping reservoir views. Every entry includes a themed medal, water and post race goodies, and an event tee is available a..

Run the Pink Moon Ladies Trail Half Marathon on 4 April 2026 for a scenic women only route through Sutton Spring Wood and the Five Pits Trail and support The Elm Foundation. Enjoy a campfire finish with medal, cake and hot drinks.