Trail Running calendar near Ellesmere Port 2025-2026

Run scenic looped trails around Holme Styes Wood at WODland Endurorun on 14 March 2026. Choose 10 km, 20 km or push for as many laps as you can in the six hour Endurorun, with solo and team entries on a fast 5 km circuit.

Tackle rugged gritstone moors in the Haworth Hobble, a classic off road 51 km ultra with about 1,340 m of ascent across Haworth, Todmorden and Hebden Bridge. Expect remote trails, full kit requirements and hearty feeds on route.

Canicross on Saturday and trail races on Sunday at the private Brynkinalt Estate in Chirk, with scenic approx 5k and 10k routes over footpaths, grass and climbs. Festival vibes, photos and results add to the experience.

Take on the Black Mountains at the Beast of the Blacks on 14 March 2026, choosing 17 km, 32.5 km or 65 km routes. Fully marked trails, stocked checkpoints, camping and canicross friendly support make it a must for trail runners.

Grindleford Gallop is a challenging 34 km off road route with about 825 m of ascent across the Peak District, taking in moorland, the Monsal Trail and Chatsworth Park. It is a volunteer led fundraiser supporting Grindleford Primary School.

Join the 100th Punk Panther Welcome Way, a scenic trail race around Otley on March 14, 2026, winding through moorland, reservoirs, canals and woodland. Distances from 13 to 50 miles offer a tough and beautiful challenge for trail runners.

Take on the scenic Chicken Run in Hayfield, Peak District, with two route options over challenging fell terrain. Friendly community vibe, cakes and refreshments at the school, and proceeds support Hayfield Primary School.

Run scenic trails around Leighton Hall on 14 March 2026, choose between 10k and half marathon courses and enjoy views across Morecambe Bay. Entries open soon with 250 earlybird places and a 10% club discount.

Run beneath the Sherwood Forest canopy on Sunday 15 March 2026, choosing from a new 20 Mile, half marathon, 10k or junior run. This Gold Badge trail event features bespoke medals, free photos and prizes for top finishers.

Explore ancient trees and rolling trails in Wyre Forest on 15 March 2026 with a half marathon or a 7.6 mile Super Seven. Enjoy timed, fully marshalled courses, finishers medals and a friendly forest atmosphere with cafe and on course suppor..

Take on the Ian Roberts Memorial Fell Race from Marsden Cricket Club: a scenic yet rugged 6.5 mile course across Pennine moorland with 260 m of ascent. Entries limited to 200, 18 or older only, with tea and cake after the finish.

Join the Trotters 5 Mile Community Trail Run in Bolton for a chip timed 5 mile through scenic trails at Smithills Sports Centre. Friendly community vibe with a 300 runner limit, perfect for club and solo runners of all levels.

Test yourself on Sun 15 Mar 2026 in the Lake District with a 15 km fell race from Muncaster Castle featuring 620 m of climb over rough, sometimes navigational terrain. Entry is cash only on the day, £5, teams welcome.

Tackle the scenic 20 mile Link Challenge at Burrs Country Park, threading villages, woodlands and meadows. A supported trail run or hike with aid stations and proceeds benefiting Sunnywood youth services.

We Need To Talk About Chevin in Otley is a challenging 14 km fell race with about 650 m of ascent across forest trails and steep viewpoints. Tackle a scenic single lap that rewards grit with big views and true fell running fun.

Take on Trails of Mena in Derbyshire on 21 March 2026 with a marathon or a 20 mile trail through fields, woodland and the 5 Pits Trail. Enjoy a circular, lightly marked course, aid stations, a finisher medal, warm drinks and support for Spa..

Take on Otley's scenic 10 km fell race on 21 March 2026, with 390 metres of climbing through Chevin Forest and Surprise View. Organised by Great Owl Running, the single lap starts and finishes on Station Road with post race refreshments at..

Join Smithy's Charity Trail Run on Saturday 21 March 2026 at Rainy's Deakins Park in Bolton for a scenic 5 mile trail through local woodlands. Enjoy friendly competition while supporting a great cause in a welcoming community event.

Ras yr Aran on 28 March 2026 starts from Llanuwchllyn village hall near Bala and offers a testing 10 mile senior race with about 945 m of ascent across classic North Wales terrain. Teams and juniors welcome with limited entries.

Beater Clough Fell Race near Portsmouth Village is a testing 10.9 km course with 610 m of climb, featuring steep, rough ascents and descents on a flagged route. Competitive and friendly, this permit event offers team prizes and water at the..