Trail Running calendar near Derby 2025-2026

The Burnsall Trail Half is a scenic running event set in the picturesque riverside location of Burnsall, taking place on April 26, 2025. Participants will traverse sections of the Dales Way footpath, featuring approximately 500 meters of ascent, which rewards climbers with stunning 360-degree views ..

The Malvern Hills 18 Miler is a guided trail running event organized by Running Adventures, set in the scenic Malvern Hills. Participants will embark on an 18-mile route that includes challenging trails and stunning views, with a total elevation gain of over 1300 meters. The event emphasizes a socia..

The Holcombe Howler is an exciting running event set in the scenic Holcombe Moors, featuring three challenging race options: an ultra marathon (37 miles), a half marathon (16 miles), and a 10k (6.4 miles). Participants will navigate the course, which includes the ascent of Heracles Hill and iconic P..

The Corvedale Cake Walk is a challenge event organized by the Marches LDWA, taking place on April 26, 2025. Participants can choose between two routes: a 22-mile trek or a 10-mile walk, both starting from Holdgate Church in Shropshire. The longer route features a climb to Abdon Burf, the highest poi..

The "Not Done London Marathon" is a scenic 6.7-mile circular run set in the beautiful grounds of Temple Newsam in Leeds, Yorkshire. Participants can choose from various distances, including a half marathon, 20 miler, and full marathon. The event features a well-marked trail that is both challenging ..

The Run for Wildlife Spring 10k is an exciting running event taking place at the Yorkshire Wildlife Park, designed to support the Wildlife Foundation. This unique running safari allows participants to run alongside various animals, including lions, giraffes, and rhinos, while enjoying a scenic route..

The Tissington Trail Marathon and Half Marathon, organized by Nice Work, takes place in the scenic Derbyshire countryside, utilizing a former railway line that offers a traffic-free route. The marathon features a 26.2-mile out-and-back course, while the newly introduced half marathon covers 13.1 mil..

The Orchan Rocks Fell Race is a category AS fell race taking place on April 29, 2025, starting from the Staff of Life Pub in Todmorden, Lancashire. The race covers a distance of 5.4 km with an elevation gain of 280 meters, making it suitable for beginners. Participants are required to bring full FRA..

Piglove By The River is an exciting running event featuring 10km and 5km races, set in a picturesque beer garden within Citu’s Climate Innovation District in Leeds. Participants can enjoy scenic views along the Trans Pennine Trail, with the 5km course being fast and flat, while the 10km route offers..

The Clowbridge 5k is a trail running event held around a scenic route off the Pennine Bridleway. This event is part of a three-race Spring Series, taking place on consecutive Thursdays in April and May. It is open to participants aged 11 and older, featuring a fast and flat course with a modest elev..

The Bat Challenge is an exciting running event hosted by Big Bear Events, taking place at Beacon Hill Country Park. This unique 6-hour challenge allows participants to run as many 5k laps as they desire, starting in daylight and transitioning into darkness. The course features a scenic route with a ..

The Malvern Hills Ultra is an exciting ultra-running event scheduled for May 3, 2025, starting and finishing at Abberley Village Hall. Participants can choose from four distances: 23, 31, 38, or 47 miles, with the longest route featuring a challenging ascent of over 2,900 meters. The course primaril..

The Pennine Barrier Ultra 50 is a challenging 50-mile ultra-marathon set in the stunning Yorkshire Dales National Park, taking place on May 3, 2025. Participants will tackle a demanding elevation gain of 2,593 meters, navigating through scenic trails that include iconic landmarks such as Malham Cove..

The Dukeries 30 / 40 is a scenic running event taking place in Sherwood Forest, featuring two distance options of 30 and 40 miles. This circular loop is designed for both novice and experienced trail runners, providing a safe and supported environment to enjoy the beautiful landscapes of Nottinghams..

The Cake Race is an exciting fell race set in the scenic moorlands of Saddleworth, featuring a challenging 10-mile course with a total ascent of 1,700 feet. Participants will navigate flagged paths, tracks, and trails while enjoying stunning views of the Pennines and local industrial heritage. At th..

The Ebor Way is a long-distance footpath event organized by Great Owl Running, spanning 70 miles (112 km) from Helmsley to Ilkley, passing through York, England. The inaugural event will feature the LXX Ultra, a 70 km trail race, alongside a marathon and a shorter XX Trail. Participants will navigat..

The "May the Fourth Be With You" event offers participants the choice of running a half marathon or a full marathon in the scenic Shropshire Hills, starting from Carding Mill Valley near Church Stretton. With a limit of 200 entries for the main race, runners can enjoy a well-supported course featuri..

The Hameldon Quarry Fell Race will take place in Hapton on Sunday 4 May 2025.

The Trident Grantham Triathlon is set to take place on May 5, 2025, at the Grantham Meres Leisure Centre. This classic sprint triathlon aims to revitalize a cherished local tradition, previously organized by SBR Events, now under the management of Trident Sports Events. Participants can expect a wel..

The Coiners Fell Race, organized by Calder Valley Fell Runners, is a challenging 10.8 km (6.7 miles) race that takes participants through scenic paths, tracks, and moorland in Coiner's country. The route features stunning views of Cragg Vale and notable landmarks such as Erringden Moor and Stoodley ..