Derby
Trail Running Calendar near Derby 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Derby for 2026-2027! We've gathered 125 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
One More Lap for Kids' Village is an in-person team event on 20 September 2026 at Stowe Field in Lichfield. Team entries are listed as free and the event is organised by One More Lap.
Peak Raid Mountain Marathon on Sun 20 Sep 2026 is a three hour score event in the Dark Peak, Peak District. Competitors run solo or in pairs; pre-entry only, minimum age 14 with under 18s accompanied by an adult over 21.
A category B fell race in Hathersage organised by Fat Boys Running Club, about 10 km with 355 m ascent, with separate junior 2 km and 3 km races.
Mudfest at Rosliston Forest is a four hour event on a 4 km loop in Derbyshire with small fields and bespoke medals for finishers.
An evening trail music run from Ticknall Village Hall Car Park around Calke Abbey nature park, featuring a 6 to 8 km loop and free parking.
Peak District fell race on 26 Sep 2026 with a 9.7 km course rising 290 m plus a 1.5 km junior race.
A BM fell race around Wirksworth covering 13.7 km with 457 m of ascent, run on varied quarry, trail and pasture terrain under FRA licence. The route includes steep climbs, Harborough Rocks and views toward Carsington Water.
A charity walk from Beacon Hill Country Park through Charnwood of about 16 miles, visiting Beacon Hill, Bardon Hill and Old John to raise funds for people in need.
October 2026
Five mile chip timed trail and Canicross race across the Upper Wreake valley in Hoby for its 10th anniversary, with prizes and a commemorative wooden medal.
A Peak District fell race on 3 Oct 2026 from Curbar Primary School covering 16.9 km with 489 m climb, pre-entry only and proceeds to Curbar Primary School.
Looped 5.64 km event at Hardwick Hall Estate on 3 September 2026 with a six hour lap option and bespoke finisher medals; field limited to 150 runners.
A 20.3 miles walk and run with 850 m elevation across the Peak District, starting and finishing at Thornbridge Outdoors with checkpoints, food stops and on-site camping.
A 4 3/4 mile cross country race around Thorpe and Dovedale with a river crossing at the Stepping Stones, plus 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 six-hour trail event at Sence Valley Forestry Park on a 3.3-mile loop with hills, mixed surfaces, canicross and rucking options plus medal or tree token choices.
An 8.9 km country race around Tideswell with 267 m of climb, passing Peters Stone and Hay Cop before finishing at Bishop Pursglove Primary School.
A 13.1-mile trail race from Drone Valley Brewery in Unstone featuring varied forest and riverside terrain, a halfway aid station, finisher medal and a beer voucher.
Trail races at Chasewater Country Park on 11 October 2026, offering Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and a Junior Race with chip timing and a themed medal.