Trail Running calendar near Derbyshire 2025-2026

The Shires and Spires Ultra Marathon is a scenic 54-mile running event set in Northamptonshire, featuring a mix of approximately 70% trails and 30% roads. Starting and finishing at Naseby Village Hall, the race offers five distance options, including an ultra marathon, marathon, three-quarter marath..

Run Nidderdale is a 6-mile trail race set in the scenic Nidderdale countryside, organized by the Nidderdale Fell and Trail Running Club. The event features a well-marked, marshalled route that takes runners through ancient woodland, across moorland, and up to a trig point with stunning valley views...

PFW Running's Avenham Amble is a scenic running event held in central Preston, starting and finishing at Avenham Park Cafe by the River Ribble. The course features hard surface paths through Avenham Park, Miller Park, and Upper Farm Nature Reserve & Leisure Park, crossing the river twice. Distances..

The Jack Bloor Race will take place in Ilkley on Tuesday 13 May 2025.

The Caradoc Classic is a challenging fell running event held in Forest Glen, Wellington, Telford, UK. Covering a distance of 5.6 km (3.5 miles) with a total ascent of 268 meters (879 feet), it is part of the Shropshire Summer Fell Series. The race welcomes participants aged 15 and over, with junior..

The Hayfield May Queen is a village fell race held in mid-May as part of local festivities. Covering approximately 2.9 miles with 700 feet of ascent, the race starts at the Scout Hut and includes a climb to Lantern Pike. It is run under FRA rules, with entry on the day costing £5 for seniors and £1..

The Severn Path Ultra is a 59-mile point-to-point ultramarathon starting from Shrewsbury and ending in Worcester. The route follows the River Severn, passing through scenic landmarks and towns such as Atcham, Coalport, Bewdley, and Stourport. Runners enjoy a flat course with checkpoints offering veg..

The Run Rabbit Trail Festival is a multi-distance trail running event organized by Race Harborough, set in the scenic Deene Park Estate near Corby. Scheduled for May 17-18, 2025, the festival features various challenges, including the Trail Mix Challenge (25k), Headlight Hop (10k), and Thump Trail H..

The Punk Panther Skipton Skedaddle is a trail running event held in the scenic market town of Skipton, UK. Now in its third year, the race offers multiple distances: half marathon, 20 miles, 34 miles, and a challenging 50-mile ultra. The course features stunning routes incorporating parts of the Dal..

The The Shindig in The Shire will take place in Corfton on Saturday 17 May 2025.

God's Own Back Yard Ultra - Spring 2025 is an endurance running event held at Hunters Greave, Hawksworth, Leeds. Participants run a 4.167-mile loop every hour on the hour, needing to complete each loop within the hour to continue. The course features a mix of canal towpath, farmland, woodland trails..

The Steel City 60 Ultra is an exhilarating ultra-distance running event set in Sheffield, featuring a challenging 60-mile circular route with 6,400 feet of ascent. Participants can choose to walk or run solo, or join relay teams of 2, 3, or 6 members. The event showcases the natural beauty of Sheffi..

The Trent Valley Ultra is a scenic 50-kilometer ultra marathon held in Nottinghamshire, starting and finishing at Milestone Brewery & Tap in Cromwell, Newark. The course winds through charming villages using footpaths, bridleways, tracks, and minor roads, offering runners a picturesque and memorable..

The Severn Way Ultra is a 58-mile point-to-point ultramarathon starting in Worcester and passing through towns such as Upton-on-Severn, Tewkesbury, and Gloucester, before finishing in Stonehouse. The route follows the River Severn, offering a relatively flat course with scenic views. All finishers r..

The Leaden Boot Challenge is a demanding 26.2-mile walk or run held in the White Peak village of Alstonefield, UK. The course features 4,800 feet of ascent and descent, following an elliptical route through scenic areas including Milldale, Nabs Dale, Ilam Rock, and Beresford Dale. Starting and finis..

The Wuthering Heights running event, organized by It's Grim Up North Running, takes place in the historic town of Haworth, known for its Brontë heritage. Participants can choose from various distances, including 5, 10, 15, 20 miles, and a full marathon, all set against the stunning backdrop of the Y..

The Calderdale Way Relay will take place in Greetland on Sunday 18 May 2025.

The Cookridge Community 10K is a multi-terrain running event taking place in Cookridge, Leeds, on May 18, 2025. This 10-kilometre race, organized in memory of Gareth Dunn, features a scenic route that includes a mix of trails and grass paths, with a notable hill halfway through. Participants will st..

The Youlgrave Pommie Panter Fell Race is a traditional event set in the scenic Peak District, featuring a challenging 5.8-mile route with an elevation gain of 876 feet. The race is designed for runners with some navigation skills, as it includes rough trails, open fields, and technical sections. Lim..

The Bronte Half Marathon is a trail running event held in Bronte Country, Yorkshire, supporting Sue Ryder. Taking place on May 18, 2025, the race covers a hilly 13.1-mile course between Oxenhope and Hebden Bridge. Participants receive a race memento and a pie and peas meal at the finish.The event fe..