Trail Running calendar near Ellesmere Port 2026-2027

A community 10k trail run from Kickback Coffee in Macclesfield with free coffee on arrival. The route climbs onto the Gritstone Trail with varied terrain and stiles, offers wide views and is not pram friendly; dogs may need to be kept on a..

Trunce 3 at Oxspring Playing Field on Mon 11 May 2026 offers a scenic but hilly 6.2 km senior race with 190 m of climb in the Peak District. Entry on the day is £3 with a 3 km over 10 junior race included, part of an eight race series.

Run the Jack Bloor Race in Ilkley on 12 May 2026, a scenic 8.4 km challenge with 350 m of climbing through the York Dales. Entry on the day, teams welcome, small fee and all proceeds support the Jack Bloor Memorial Fund.

Experience a scenic 5 mile multi terrain race through the historic Woodbank and Vernon Parks. This chip timed event features undulating trails alongside the Goyt Valley and finishes in the iconic Woodbank Stadium.

A short fell race from the Railway Car Park at Rhyd Ddu covering 4 km with 410 m ascent. The route is partially marked and navigational skills are required.

A 5.6 km fell race in Church Stretton on 14 May 2025 with 268 m total ascent. Provisional event with on the day entry and a £7 fee; junior runners have shorter course options.

Tackle the Caw fell race in the Lake District on Wednesday 13 May 2026, 9.3 km with 550 m climb from Broughton Mills. Day of race entry, great views and a classic fell running challenge for all abilities.

A fell race from Errwood Reservoir up the Stakeside path to the summit of Shining Tor and along the ridge to Pym's Chair, marshalled by Buxton Mountain Rescue with registration at Errwood Sailing Club. Entry fee is £12.

Experience a scenic 5k multi terrain trail race through the paths of the Tame Valley. This two lap course features riverside bridleways and woodland trails for a unique off road running experience near Hyde.

Rodley Rock up n' Run is a pop up summer event on 14 May 2026 with 5 km and 10 km races behind the Rodley Barge Pub. Entry can be paid online or on the day; runners receive a jumble medal and a soft drink.

Ultra-Trail Snowdonia by UTMB is a UTMB World Series trail running event in Llanberis, North Wales from 15 to 17 May 2026. It offers multiple mountain race distances from 25 km to 163 km with significant elevation gain.

A village fell race in mid May around Hayfield featuring a course of about 3 miles and 700 ft ascent that includes the summit of Lantern Pike. Entry is on the day with modest fees for seniors and juniors.

Skipton Skedaddle is a trail event from Skipton with distances from 14 to 52.4 miles, visiting Malham Tarn and Gordale Scar. Ultramarathon entrants receive trackers and checkpoints offer food with vegan and gluten free options.

Trail races at Tackeroo Campsite in Cannock Chase with 10 km, half and full marathon options plus a two person marathon relay. Courses are entirely off road with rolling terrain, singletrack and regular feed stations.

A multi lap running event from The Unicorn Inn in Telford with routes of 8, 16 and 26.2 miles passing Ironbridge Gorge and returning via the Silkin Way. Ales, pub food and event bling are available after the runs.

A fell race from the Showfield in Sedbergh up Winder with a steep ascent and descent. The event includes a senior 3.5 km course with 340 m climb and four junior distances and counts for the BOFRA championship.

A 5 miles fell race near Hayfield on 16 May 2026 with about 1500 ft of ascent. Registration and free parking are at Hayfield Scout Hut and entry is on the day only with member and non member fees.

A new 50K route from Telford Town Park to Shrewsbury that visits multiple historic Shropshire sites. The event includes chip timing, five nutrition stations, measured routes, free photos and a special series-linking segment medal.

A Royal Marines designed obstacle course in Cheshire on 16 May 2026 with 6K and 10K routes, Classic and Rookie formats, finisher items and an Event Village with food and music. An Elite Squadron offers chip timing and prizes.

A 5.2 mile fell race on 16 May 2026 from Craven Arms in Appletreewick to Simons Seat and back, with about 1200 ft of climb. Entry is for over 18s and the £10 fee includes a drink at the finish.