Trail Running calendar near Formby 2026-2027

A spring trail half marathon of about 13.8 miles from Moel y Parc to Prestatyn beach, featuring over 2450 ft of ascent, two feed stations and electronic timing. Registration is at Prestatyn Nova Centre and a coach to Bodfari is available at..

Trail races of 5km, 10km and a half marathon take place at Bramham Park on 12 April 2026, using woodland trails that pass estate buildings and statues. Live chip timing is provided and finishers receive a medal and refreshments.

Three fell races around Dinas Bran in Llangollen include long, medium and a new 5 mile course. The event donates profits to the local mountain rescue and Llangollen Foodbank.

A trail running event in Sedbergh on 12 April 2026 offering three distances including a full marathon, half marathon and 10K. Entries require a compulsory kit list, a minimum age of 16, and include timing and a finisher's medal.

Ogwen | Yr Helgi Du is a mountain Skyrunning event in Eryri offering 40K, 25k and 15K routes through the Carneddau with marked trails, Mountain Leader support and an event village at Plas y Brenin.

A long Lakeland route from Ambleside Parish Centre on 12 April 2026 covering 23 miles with about 4,400 ft of ascent via Loughrigg Tarn, Coniston and Tarn Hows. Runners and walkers are welcome and the event currently operates a waiting list.

A chip timed 10 mile trail run starting and finishing at Rivington Village, following a loop via White Coppice and Wheelton Plantation. Organised by Trail Blazing Events, it offers bespoke finisher medals and prizes across age categories.

Tackle a classic spring fell race in Mow Cop on Sun 12 Apr 2026: 10.5 km with 400 m of climb across stirring hill terrain. Entries on the day for adults 18 and over, with team scoring and friendly club spirit.

A short fell race in Wirksworth that climbs to a trig point and returns over trails and fields. The main course is about 6.9 km and there are separate short and junior races for younger runners.

Join the Bunny Run 2 in Haworth on Tue 14 Apr for a lively 3 mile course with 100 m climb across the South West Pennines. Teams welcome, minimum age 12, finishers get a Cadbury Creme Egg and Easter egg prizes with chip butties and pub hospi..

Take on the Ossy Moors Fell Race in Oswaldtwistle on Wednesday 15 April 2026. This lively 5 mile fell course with about 300 m of climb weaves Bowland trails and offers on the day entry for a friendly competitive vibe.

Take on a midweek Peak District challenge at Herod Farm: a scenic but testing 3 mile route with 340 m of climb. Pre entry is £6 or £10 on the night; registration runs 18:15 to 19:15.

Tackle the Grisedale Grind, a steep 4 km Lake District fell race with a testing 480 m ascent that rewards gutsy climbs. Entry on the day for £7 cash, juniors welcome at Revelin Moss opposite Whinlatter Visitor Centre.

Take on the inaugural MTC Gelert 47 mile ultra from Barmouth to Llanidloes on 16 April 2026, the third day of the MTC CYMRUN end to end. Limited field, bespoke medal for all finishers and real time tracking for supporters.

Take on 230 km of Pennine Bridleway and upland trails through the Peak District to Cumbria with 75 hours to finish. Limited to 30 runners, this rugged multi day challenge features checkpoints with hot meals, bunks and course support.

A 137 km Pennine Bridleway trail challenge over 50 hours with 3275 m ascent, runnable sections and technical climbs. Indoor checkpoints, hot meals, drop bags and hostel finish are provided; entries limited to 20.

Trail 5 km around Clowbridge Reservoir on a two-lap anti-clockwise route from Rossendale Valley Sailing Club. This is the first of a three-week spring series with prizes in each race and proceeds donated to local causes.

A 102 mile trail ultramarathon around Chester on 18 April 2026 with 1590 m of ascent, 12 checkpoints and a 32 hour cut off. TRA licensed event with live GPS tracking and entry fees from £207.

A multi-distance trail festival on 18 April 2026 in the Shropshire Hills, raising funds for Grow Cook Learn. Routes range from a 10 km off road run to an 80 km event, with on-route food, safety support and trackers for longer races.

Peak District Birthday Bash on 18 April 2026 is a long distance walking and running event based in Castleton. It offers 70 km and 35 km routes through the central Peak District and supports the Peak District National Park Foundation.