Trail Running calendar near Derby 2026-2027

Two winter trail races in Northamptonshire offering multi terrain routes and distances from 5K to 15K across Irchester and Brigstock country parks.

A six hour looped trail at Beacon Hill Country Park on a 3.3 mile course with a sharp climb out and a descent back, flexible lap distances, dog friendly and GPX available.

A 50 miles trail ultramarathon around Chester with 849 m ascent, live GPS tracking and seven checkpoints. The race is licensed by the Trail Running Association; entrants must be at least 20 and have completed a marathon, with a 17 hour cut..

A seven hour timed running event at Burton Waters near Lincoln on 27 February 2027, held on a flat canal towpath with options from half marathon to ultra marathon and ARC permit coverage.

A navigational challenge in Worcester where participants are blindfolded and dropped at an undisclosed location, then must find their way back over measured distances of 6, 10 or 15 mile. Optional live GPS tracking is available for safety a..

A seven hour timed event at Burton Waters near Lincoln on a flat canal towpath offering measured laps and distances from half marathon to ultras. Entry is limited to 50 and the minimum age is 18.

A themed event at Shipley Country Park on 15 February 2026 celebrating the Chalkhill Blue Butterfly as part of the Butterfly Effect series, with tickets at £41.50.

Experience a classic 15 km fell race through the South West Pennines. Starting from Barley Village Hall, this event features 545 meters of ascent and requires navigation skills for all participants.

A moorland trail event around Saddleworth offering 26 km, 43 km and 62 km routes that visit reservoirs and rough moorland. Entry fees include refreshments, tracking, medical cover and a post event meal.

Trail races at Loggerheads Country Park in March 2027 offering 5k, 5k canicross and a new 10km route. Varied terrain, riverside paths and a staircase section add distinctive challenges.

A weekend trail festival at Brynkinalt Estate near Wrexham offering approx 5k and 10k races, canicross on Saturday and trail running on Sunday, with water stations, medals and awards.

A women-only 6 km trail event at Big G’s Gym in Edgworth on 6 March 2027 with official timing, marshals and a GPX route file. All profits support PSPA and Scallywags Pre-school.

A flat out and back on the Leeds to Liverpool Canal towpath from Granary Wharf, offering distances from 10K to ultra marathon with regular feed stations and Trail Running Association licensing.

Trail running at Tatton Park on 6 March 2027 with 5 km, 10 km and half marathon routes through parkland and woodlands.

Trail races of 10k and half marathon around Pitsford Water from Brixworth Country Park with marked routes, water stations and on course marshals. Entries have age limits, a four hour cut off and preordered parking and merchandise options.

A muddy weekend trail event at Rosliston Forest in Derbyshire featuring twisty, rooty forest terrain and swampy sections; entry is listed at £41.50.

A 10 km night trail at Coombe Abbey Park on 9 March 2027, run after dark with a mandatory head torch; on-course water, parking and an option for a tree-planting token instead of a medal.

Hare Challenge is a running event at Coombe Abbey Park on 9 March 2027, organized by Big Bear Events. The listing shows a single entry price of £40 and an event page with an accompanying video.

Trail races of 25 km and 50 km through Harrold-Odell Country Park near Bedford on 13 March 2027, organised by Thunder Races.

A 31.7 mile off road fell race around Haworth, Todmorden and Hebden Bridge with about 1615 m of climb. It crosses remote moorland, requires FRA mandatory kit and navigation skills, and raises funds for local charities.