Ellesmere Port
Trail Running Calendar near Ellesmere Port 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Ellesmere Port for 2026-2027! We've gathered 97 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
A scenic 5 mile multi terrain one lap race in Moulton, near Northwich, with a pie and peas supper for all entrants and prizes for individuals and teams.
A multi-terrain club race on Thursday 6 August 2026 around Care & Repair, Rowley’s Drive, Shotton, covering approximately 4 miles. Pre-entry fees apply; entrants must be 17 or older and entries are limited.
A 12 or 24 hour hill and trail event on a 5.8 km loop with 400 m ascent per lap, offering solo, pairs and team entries plus on-site camping and timed lap scoring.
A five-round trail series at Wirral Country Park held on the third Tuesday each month from April to August, featuring an approx 8K course. Entry is available per race or as a series and trophies are awarded for overall series results.
A guided trail run meeting at the Ponderosa cafe covering about 7 km on Llantysilio Mountain with planned regrouping stops.
A non stop 130 mile canal towpath race from Liverpool to Leeds run under UK Athletics rules. Open to runners aged 20 and over, the event has a 40 hour limit and a limited number of unsupported entries with regular feed points.
Mountain race in the Clwydian Range with a 7.4 km, 380 m course, junior races, and inclusion in Welsh Athletics and North Wales regional championships.
September 2026
A four race midweek multi terrain series in September around Wirral parks, with senior races from 6.5 km to 8 km and junior races of about 2 miles.
A multi-terrain off-road race of about 4 miles in Shotton on 4 September 2026, with pre-entry fees (£10, £8 affiliated), prize categories by age, a minimum age of 17, and a 200-person entry limit.
A two day ultra following the Cheshire Canal Ring from Northwich, organised by New Era Community Boxing. Entrants must be over 20 and meet a 36 hour cutoff; duo tickets and pre race support are available.
Experience a point to point half marathon along the scenic Sandstone Trail from Bickerton Hill to Kelsall Hill. This event features professional timing, on course water stations, and excellent finish line facilities including showers and a cafe.
A midweek multi terrain race at Royden Park on 8 September 2026 featuring sand, rocks, mud and hills with senior and junior categories and series scoring.
A 24 hour loop race at OnePlanet Adventure in Llandegla where individuals or two person teams complete as many 3 mile laps as possible on forest trails.
A partly marked fell race from the Raven Inn, covering 11.25 km with 445 m ascent. Day-entry only at £5, minimum age over 18, and participants should allow about 15 minutes to walk to the start.
A half marathon trail race across the Clwydian Hills to Moel Famau at sunset, with aid stations, timing checkpoints and a 120 runner limit.
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 medal.
Women only 10 km event at Beacon Country Park with chip timing, marshals, medical cover and on course ambassadors, limited to 250 places.