Trail Running calendar near Formby 2026-2027

Experience the beauty of the Peak District with a range of trail races from 12km to 110km. This event offers single and multi stage options through iconic ridgelines and moorland trails for runners and walkers.

Traverse twenty miles of high moorlands and gritstone edges in the Peak District. Use your map and compass navigation skills to complete this off road journey in support of mountain rescue.

Tackle a classic Lake District fell run around Helvellyn and the Dodds, a rugged 18.5 km loop with 1450 m of climbing and stunning mountain views. Open to adults with pre entry or day entry for a proper fell challenge.

A countryside walking event from Wistanstow Village Hall offering 12, 18 or 26 mile routes through the Shropshire Hills AONB with staffed checkpoints, route maps, transport for shorter courses and a post-walk meal.

Test your endurance at MacTuffX Manchester with high intensity interval racing. Choose between solo or team categories featuring 400m and 800m repetitions in a competitive format.

A fully way marked 47 mile trail race around Lake Windermere with a 24 hour time limit. Open to runners and walkers, the low level route includes five feed stations, GPS support and a halfway bag drop.

A 33rd edition off road running event on 13 September 2026 offering marathon and half marathon over moorland, trails and woods, with live timing, feed stations and route marking. Marathon entries accept pairs and prizes are awarded by categ..

A classic fell race near Skipton, featuring a 5.6km course with 274m of climb. Part of the BOFRA Championship, it offers races for all age groups from Under 9 to Seniors. The 2026 edition includes updated start and course layouts.

Annual mid September mountain navigation event in the Lake District with Classic, Medium and Short courses, electronic punching, pre-marked maps and post-race food. Courses require navigation and mountain running experience with age and pai..

Tackle the Ilam Three Peaks fell race on Sun 13 Sep 2026 in the Peak District, a punchy 6.4 km route with 520 m of climb across classic fell terrain. Pre entry required, so book early for this steep, scenic challenge.

The Spirit of Axnfell will take place in Isle of Man on Sunday 13 September 2026. You can run 32 kilometers.

Experience a scenic 10 km trail run through the heart of the Yarrow Valley. This single lap course features woodland paths riverside trails and river crossings during the peak of autumn color.

Experience the beautiful trails of the Colne Valley with this six mile race over moorland and woodland. Enjoy a fully marshalled route featuring a climb up Slaithwaite Moor followed by a fast descent to Zapato Brewery.

A two-lap trail 5k around Clowbridge Reservoir from Rossendale Valley Sailing Club. Part of a three-race September series, open to ages 11 and over with about 25 m elevation gain and prizes in each race.

A multi-distance running and trekking event in the Peak District on 18-19 September 2026, offering routes from 25 km up to 100 miles with GPS tracking, aid stations, guided group options, and post event support.

Enjoy a flexible timed event along the scenic River Mersey at Chorlton Water Park. Choose your own distance from 5km up to an ultra marathon on this flat and fast riverside trail course.

A mountain trail ultra around the Yorkshire Three Peaks starting and finishing at Hawes Market House. Main route is 70 km with an optional additional 30 km section to make 100 km within the race time limit.

A 50 km trail ultramarathon from Hawes Market House over Cam Road with a Pen-y Ghent summit and 1280 m ascent. Staffed water stops, navigation notes and GPX are provided, plus a post race pasta meal and finishers medals.

Multi-distance triathlons in Llanberis with a lake swim in Llyn Padarn, repeated 28 mile bike laps including Pen y Pass, and lake laps followed by a mountain ascent of Yr Wyddfa via the Llanberis Path.

A 40 mile ultramarathon in and around Buxton on 19 September 2026 that combines trail and road sections and marks the event's 40th anniversary. Entries are for ages 18 and over and a 14 hour time limit applies.