Trail Running calendar near Derby 2026-2027

Event Overview The Cheshire Ring Ultra 100 is a 102-mile ultramarathon held on a looped course around Greater Manchester and Cheshire. The second edition is scheduled for Saturday 26 September 2026, starting and finishing at The Piazza in M..

Thieveley Pike Fell Race The Thieveley Pike Fell Race takes place on Saturday 26th September. It is a category AS fell race. The course is 4.3 miles (7 km) long with 1310 ft (400 m) of ascent. Registration is at St John’s Church Hall in Hol..

The Ladybower Reservoir Trail Running Festival in the Peak District offers a 52K or 21K challenge starting from Hope Valley. Both scenic routes climb Win Hill and feature forest paths, reservoir views, and clear waymarking. Runners receive..

A classic fell race in the Forest of Bowland, the Waddington Fell Race covers 11.3 km with over 400 meters of ascent. It starts and finishes at the Waddington Village Club, with full FRA kit required. Prizes are awarded across many age cate..

Classic Peak District fell run from Stoney Wood, Wirksworth with an undulating 13.7 km course and 457 m of climb that rewards strong legs and scenic views. Pre entry is required for the Sept 27 2026 race so book early and bring a cup to red..

Trail running event at Delamere Forest on 27 September 2026 offering a Half Marathon and a 10K. Routes are signposted and chip timed and a canicross option is available.

The Kingfisher Challenge is a flexible six-hour trail run in the scenic Coombe Abbey Park. Run as many 3.3-mile laps as you like on paths through woodland and grassland. Choose your own distance and finish with a medal or a tree-planting to..

An uphill only 10 km race from Ruthin to the Jubilee Tower on Moel Famau, finishing above 550 m with varied trails and a steep final gulley. A return bus to Ruthin can be bought at the event; entry fees range from £0 to £21.50.

The Round Rotherham Run - Solo is an 80 km trail event through the South Yorkshire Forest. It features an undulating course with 800m of climb and staggered starts for walkers and runners. The event is a qualifier for major ultra-distance c..

A tenth anniversary five mile chip timed trail and Canicross across the Upper Wreake valley, with Hoby & District village hall as HQ and commemorative wooden medals for all finishers.

Choose between a 26.2 or 14.3 mile route through the Western Peak District, starting from Buxton. The event is for walkers and runners, offering refreshments and a hot meal at the finish.

Set off from Scarborough's Peasholm Park for a scenic run along the historic Cinder Track. Choose from five distances, from a 5K to a full marathon, on this off-road route with coastal views. All finishers receive a medal, and support is pr..

Wild Run Cotswolds showcases rugged off road trails on a private estate with fully marked routes, chip timing and a family friendly supporter zone. Entries are limited to 600; choose 10K, half, marathon or the six hour 360 challenge.

A club organised 12 km fell race with about 490 m of ascent around Old Town, Hebden Bridge, including a flagged section through the private Castle Carr estate. Pre-entry is required and strict FRA kit rules apply.

A cross country race in the Derbyshire Peak District, the Dovedale Dash features a river crossing at the Stepping Stones. A children's Mini Dash provides a shorter route for younger runners.

A junior fell running race in the Pennines for ages 6 and up. The 2 km course starts near a classic pub. Entry is available on the day.

Experience a headtorch trail run at the Punk Panther Autumn Headtorch Half. The event features routes around Swinsty and Fewston Reservoirs with distances for half marathon, 10km, and 5km. Finishers receive a medal.

The Robin Challenge is a flexible 6-hour event at Sence Valley Forestry Park. Choose your own distance by completing as many 3.3-mile off-road laps as you like within the time limit. It's open to runners, walkers, and canicross participants..

The Curvy Cuerden Challenge is a flexible 6-hour trail run through Cuerden Valley Park. Runners can complete as many 5k laps as they wish, with support along the way. A portion of each entry fee supports the park's maintenance.

Tideswell Terminator is a Peak District fell race on 10 October 2026, covering 9.1 km with 283 m of climb across scenic hills. Pre entry only, age 18 plus, this short course is a bracing test for fell runners.