Derby
Trail Running Calendar near Derby 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Derby for 2026-2027! We've gathered 130 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
Cross country race over 4 3/4 mile in Dovedale near Thorpe with a River Dove stepping stones crossing and a 1 1/4 mile Mini Dash for U12s.
An off-road runners and walkers event on an approximately 10 mile Charnwood countryside route with water stops, refreshments and separate junior options on 4 October 2026.
## A countryside trail race from Tideswell to Hay Cop and back, about 8.9 km long with 267 m of ascent.
A trail half marathon of 13.1 miles from Drone Valley Brewery in Unstone, featuring varied terrain, a finisher's medal and a free pint voucher.
Windgather Fell Race is an approximate half marathon off road through the Goyt Valley to Shining Tor, 21.5 km with 760 m ascent, with proceeds to Buxton Rotary.
Run a section of the official UK Team Backyard route on the morning of the world championships with pay what you can entry, minimum £15.
Half marathon and 10k on the traffic free Monsal Trail near Bakewell. Two race days 24 and 25 October 2026, with GPX route maps, bespoke medal and free photos.
Evening group run from Ticknall Village Hall Car Park: a 6 to 8 km trail loop around Calke Abbey nature park on a dark route, head torches required.
A 9.5 km trail race with 500 m ascent from Monsal Dale to Monsal Head, combining flat trail sections and a direct climb of Fin Cop.
A six hour timed trail at Linacre Reservoirs where runners complete repeated 5 km laps and aim for as many laps as possible. Checkpoints offer food and drinks and every finisher receives a medal.
November 2026
Trail races in Hartington, Peak District on 1 November 2026 with two distances, local cheese samples at HQ and a goodie bag from Hartington Cheese Shop.
A chip timed seven mile country race through Garendon Park on 1 November 2026, with prizes, commemorative t shirts and a separate fun run with day entries.
Weekend running event at Rosliston Forest in Derbyshire featuring muddy, technical forest trails with roots and swampy sections; tickets shown at £41.50.
A cross country 16 mile run and walk through the Leicestershire Wolds with on-route food stops, local charity fundraising and a 700 person entry limit.
A 25 miles circuit in the White Peak from Biggin Village Hall visiting six dales and nearby villages, with three checkpoints and a meal at the finish.