Trail Running calendar near Frodsham 2026-2027

A six-hour timed trail event at Beacon Hill Country Park on 8 May 2026. Run as many 3.3 mile laps as desired; a marathon equals eight laps and a half marathon four laps. Head torches are required for laps started after dark.

Take on the classic Pinhaw fell race across the South West Pennines, 8 km (5 miles) with 213 m of climb and rewarding views. Entry is on the day via Earby Cricket Club for a modest fee and teams of three are welcome.

Enjoy a summer evening charity run through the scenic trails of Marbury Park. With 5k and 1k distances plus a BBQ and music, this event offers a complete family experience supporting The Stroke Association.

A fully way marked 47 mile trail around Lake Windermere, open to runners and walkers with 24 hours to complete. The route has GPS support, five aid stations, a halfway bag drop, a finishers meal and a locally sourced medal.

Explore the historic trails of Sherwood Forest in this circular trail ultramarathon. Choose between 30 and 40 mile marked loops passing landmarks like Creswell Crags and the Major Oak.

Run 24 hours along Offa's Dyke National Trail from Prestatyn on May 9 2026. Solo and team entries offer a continuous coastal to countryside challenge with staffed checkpoints and a finishers medal to mark your achievement.

A 33 miles trail race around Chesterfield following much of the Chesterfield Round Walk, crossing moorland, woodland and restored mining countryside. Checkpoints supply water and some food, and every finisher receives a 10th anniversary mem..

A Colne Valley challenge walk on 9 May 2026 from Marsden Parochial Hall offering 18, 23 and a full marathon 26.2 mile circular routes with mapped tracks, checkpoint support and limited entries.

Cottam Canter on 9 May 2026 is based at the UCLAN Sports Arena and uses a 5K loop along the Lancaster canal and through Haslam Park. Distances from 5K to ultra are offered, with an ultra time limit of six hours.

Navigate through 19 miles of trails and 3000 feet of ascent to reach five local trig points. This self navigated event around Saddleworth includes sections of the Pennine Way and is open to both runners and walkers.

Conquer up to 50 miles and 10000 feet of elevation in the hills of Shropshire. Choose your own path through four unique loops in any order or direction while enjoying a 16 hour buffet at the central race headquarters.

An unmarked 19 mile point to point route around five trig points in the South Pennines with 3000 feet of ascent. Navigation skills are required and food and drink are provided at roadside checkpoints.

Take on The Tour of Bradwell The Other Half, a challenging fell race in the Peak District starting and finishing at Bradwell Sports Club. Expect a long high ground route with big climbs and a lively mass start atmosphere.

Test your navigation and endurance on this 14 mile fell race from Downham. Discover the rugged cloughs and moorland of Pendle Hill with 4100 feet of climbing and technical terrain.

Experience a classic 14.5 km fell race starting and finishing at Rydal Hall in Ambleside. This clockwise horseshoe route features over 900 meters of elevation across the scenic Lakeland fells.

A three-stage route linking Snowdon, Cadair Idris and Pen y Fan across North, Mid and South Wales, covering about 17 miles and 2,334 m of ascent in roughly 19 hours. Options include guided events with leaders and transport or self-organised..

The Cressbrook Crawl will take place in Cressbrook on Saturday 9 May 2026. You can run 11 kilometers.

A 5 kilometre (3 mile) in person mud run at My Life Legacy in Standish, featuring wooded trails, a real swamp and obstacles like cargo nets, mud pits and streams; Early Bird and standard ticket prices are listed.

Experience a looped trail race through the scenic parklands of central Preston and the River Ribble. Choose between distances ranging from 10K to a six hour ultra challenge on hard surface paths.

A recce of the Paddy Buckley leg from Nantmoor to Beddgelert Forest over the Hebogs, covering 15 km with 1,580 m ascent in Snowdonia. Small guided groups led by Mountain Leader qualified runners, age 18 plus, entry fee £65.