Trail Running calendar near Frodsham 2026-2027

The classic Sedbergh Fell Race ascends Winder, offering a short but steep 3.5 km course with 340 meters of climb. It is a BOFRA championship event with dedicated junior races. The race starts from The Showfield in Sedbergh.

Experience a 5 mile fell race with 1,850 feet of ascent in the Hayfield area. This short distance event is part of the Three Days in May series and requires pre-registration for all runners aged 18 and over.

Run the Shropshire Historic 50K from Telford Town Park to The Quarry Park in Shrewsbury on 16 May 2026, via Ironbridge, Buildwas Abbey and Wroxeter Roman City. Officially measured with chip timing, nutrition stations and free photos.

Test your grit on a Royal Marines designed obstacle course through the Cheshire mud. Choose between 6 km and 10 km routes featuring over 30 tactical challenges and a vibrant event village celebration.

This 5.2 mile fell race in North Yorkshire takes runners from Appletreewick to the summit of Simons Seat. The senior only event features a 1200 ft ascent and includes a drink at the finish line.

A 50 mile point to point ultra on 16 May 2026 from Lakeland Maze Farm Park to Lea Town with chip timing, live tracking and seven mandatory checkpoints. Pre registration is required and entrants must meet prior race criteria.

A 26.2 mile walk and run around the White Peak village of Alstonefield with 4800 feet of ascent and descent, six manned checkpoints and finish food included; the event supports local good causes.

Experience a traditional Peak District fell race in Youlgrave featuring a 5.8 mile route across rough trails and open fields. This community event supports village facilities and offers a technical course for seasonal runners.

A community trail 10 km in Cookridge, Leeds on 17 May 2026. The seventh edition follows paths through Golden Acre Park and around Pauls Pond with limited baggage storage and a CC10K T shirt for participants.

Join the Calderdale Way Relay on Sun 17 May 2026 for a scenic but savage 80.5 km team challenge across the South West Pennines with 3660 m of climb. Teams of 12, pre entry only, runners run in pairs and strict kit rules apply.

Tackle a steep 3 km fell race up Shutlingsloe in the Peak District on Sun 17 May 2026 with 270 m of ascent for a short punchy challenge. On the day entry is available and the race is part of the Wildboarclough fete.

A short fell race from the field beside the Lantern Pike pub in Little Hayfield, running straight up Lantern Pike and back. Entry is on the day for seniors for a small fee and a separate shorter junior race follows the main event.

Smash Sherwood is a running event at Sherwood Pines Forest Park on 17 May 2026 offering 5k, 10k, 16k and a junior race with on-site parking, toilets and a café; finishers receive a medal and a t shirt.

A fixed, well marshalled 10.5 km race around Totley Moor starting and finishing at the Totley AC pavilion. The Category B medium route covers road, track and moorland with 440 m of climb and a 250 runner limit.

A Category AS fell race covering 3.5 miles and 1247 feet of ascent near Clitheroe. Enjoy a steep rocky climb up the Big Dipper followed by a social pasta supper at the local pub.

A one-lap trail event of about 10 km around Quarry Bank Mill and Styal woods on mixed surfaces and undulating terrain. The 2026 course was altered and entries for that edition were limited.

An undulating single-loop trail of about 10.5 Kilometres through the parkland of Rudding Park, Harrogate, supporting Mind in Harrogate. The event features on-course water, distance markers, a finish goody bag and post-race food and music.

Join this monthly trail running series at Wirral Country Park featuring an 8 km course. Open to all runners aged 16 and over the event offers both individual race entries and full series rankings for various age categories.

Tackle a classic Pennine fell on Wed 20 May 2026 in Kildwick, starting at the White Lion. This punchy 6 km course with 245 m climb delivers steep ups, junior races and a friendly crowd; pre entry is available and parking is limited.

The Batch Bash is a short, sharp fell race in Shropshire featuring a 4.8 km course with 305m of climb. It takes place on an evening in May. Entries are available in advance or on the day.