Derby
Trail Running Calendar near Derby 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Derby for 2026-2027! We've gathered 136 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
November 2026
A countryside challenge from Seagrave Memorial Hall with a route through the Wreake and Soar Valleys, signed parking, food stops and on-route medical support.
A 25 mile Peak District challenge on 7 November 2026 from Biggin Village Hall, passing six dales with three staffed checkpoints and supplied refreshments.
A 15 mile fell race on 8 November 2026 near Meerbrook with 3,700 feet of ascent across ridges, forest and a river ford, run under FRA rules with mandatory kit.
A fell race and a 3 km fun run based at The Lathkil Hotel in Over Haddon, raising funds for Children in Need on 8 November 2026.
Trail races at Rother Valley Country Park on 8 November 2026 with 5 km, 10 km and half marathon routes, chip timing and a finisher medal.
A 7 hour timed circuit event in West Bridgford with lap based distances from 5 km up to an ultra marathon on a 3.28 mile loop.
A three hour fell running score race in the Peak District on 15 November 2026 where solo runners or pairs navigate to collect points across moorland and dales.
An 8 km night race around Hathersage with 320 m climb, limited to 250 entries; head torch and FRA kit required, £8 race only or £20 with supper and talk.
Nottingham Running Festival on 22 November 2026 at Nottingham Racecourse features 5K, 10K, Half Marathon and junior races on flat tarmac and gravel paths.
Mudfest at Rosliston Forest is a four hour event on a 4 km loop where runners may complete as many laps as possible; field capped at 30 and entry listed at £29.
Trail run around Calke Abbey nature park of about 6 to 8 km, meeting at Ticknall Village Hall Car Park; the route is in darkness so participants must bring head torches and high visibility gear.
A 13.2 km Peak District fell race on 28 November 2026 with about 400 m of ascent across woodland, ridge and limestone trail; FRA licensed and capped at 400 runners.
A festive 7.5km circular trail race at Thornbridge Estate on 29 November 2026 with Headstone viaduct views, post race refreshments and free entry to the Christmas Markets.
December 2026
Trail half marathon and 10k around Carsington Water with marked routes, marshals, water stations and a themed finisher medal.
Festive 10k, 5k and junior runs around Chasewater Reservoir on compacted trail, raising funds for Shelter with medals, photos and prizes including best dressed fancy dress.
This three-hour mountain marathon score event unfolds in the Peak District's Derbyshire Dales. Run solo or with a partner in a timed navigation challenge. A pre-printed map, hot drinks, and post-race flapjack are provided.
A 3 hour score format fell race in the Peak District at Alstonefield with route choice, navigation and solo or pair entries across 15 categories.
End of season event at Shipley Country Park on 7 December with a 6 hour format and random leftover medals for finishers; entry listed at £31.