Trail Running calendar near Derby 2026-2027

An annual off road event in September offering a full marathon and a shorter 14.8 mile half marathon with organised feed stations, mandatory kit under FRA rules, route GPX files, recce runs and chip timing.

A classic fell race near Skipton, featuring a 5.6km course with 274m of climb. Part of the BOFRA Championship, it offers races for all age groups from Under 9 to Seniors. The 2026 edition includes updated start and course layouts.

On Sunday 13 September 2026 at Bakewell Showground the Derbyshire Dales Trail Run offers three scenic routes including a Half Marathon, 15K and 9.5K that follow the Monsal Trail beside the River Derwent.

Tackle the Ilam Three Peaks fell race on Sun 13 Sep 2026 in the Peak District, a punchy 6.4 km route with 520 m of climb across classic fell terrain. Pre entry required, so book early for this steep, scenic challenge.

Experience a traffic free trail run through the historic Holdenby House estate with distances ranging from 10km to 50km. Enjoy rolling Northamptonshire views and woodland paths on this private country estate.

A one lap 10K trail run through Yarrow Valley on 13 September 2026, routed along woodland paths and riverside trails with crossings of the River Yarrow. Based at the Flaming Grill Pub, entry is listed at £16 and every finisher receives a me..

A single lap 6.0 miles trail race in the Colne Valley with 990 feet of climb and varied terrain, finishing at Zapato Brewery. The route is marshalled and waymarked and prizes are awarded for overall and age category placings.

Experience an annual fun run at Barton Abbey in Oxfordshire featuring 10k and 5k courses on undulating terrain. Join several race distances or a flexible family fun run to support the maintenance of Steeple Barton Church.

A trail 5 km race around Clowbridge Reservoir on a popular route off the Pennine Bridleway. Part of a three-race Autumn series in September 2026, open to ages 11 and over with prizes in each race.

A multi-distance trail event around Hathersage on 18 and 19 September 2026 offering routes from 25 km to 100 miles for running or trekking. Entries include GPS tracking, checkpoint support and a post-event hot meal.

Enjoy a flexible timed event along the scenic River Mersey at Chorlton Water Park. Choose your own distance from 5km up to an ultra marathon on this flat and fast riverside trail course.

A single-stage trail race of about 47 miles along the Cotswold Way from Chipping Campden to Painswick, featuring steep climbs, varied surfaces, on-course support, live tracking and a finishers medal.

Test your endurance at Wyre Forest in a unique hourly loop challenge where you choose your distance. Complete the 6.7 km forest circuit every hour to stay in the race until only the Lone Wolf remains.

A 40 mile ultramarathon around the Peak District starting and finishing in Buxton, following trails and roads through Goyt Valley, Mam Tor, Cave Dale and the Monsal Trail. The 40th anniversary edition is scheduled for 19 September 2026.

A flat, chip-timed canal race in Rodley, Leeds offering distances from 5K to ultra. The route follows the Leeds & Liverpool Canal with feed stations every 3 miles and bespoke medals for finishers.

A single stage, approximately 102 mile trail race along the Cotswold Way from Chipping Campden to Bath, with a 32 hour completion time and route markers, support stations and medical cover on the course.

A two-day half marathon along the traffic-free Tissington Trail, running about 13 miles from Parsley Hay to Ashbourne. Coaches operate from Ashbourne Leisure Centre and entries are available for each race day with advance prices listed from..

Take on the scenic Bollington 3 Peaks fell race in the Peak District on Sat 19 Sep 2026, a 9 km course with 370 m climb. Pre entry only, entry includes food and a pint from Bolly Brewery.

Teams of four combine two road legs and two fell legs around Uppermill on Saddleworth Moor. Entries run 28 January to 18 September 2026 via SiEntries and the entry fee is £20 per team.

A paired trail running challenge in the vast Cannock Chase Forest. Teams of two will explore miles of forest trails and fire roads with live chip timing. All finishers receive unique merchandise.