Trail Running calendar near Great Ponton 2025-2026

Join the 50th Bullock Smithy Hike in Hazel Grove on 5 to 6 September 2026. This classic circular 56 miles challenge welcomes hikers and ultra runners for a scenic, rewarding weekend.

Enjoy the Longshaw Sheepdog Trials Fell Race, 5 September 2026, in the Peak District. A challenging 7.1 km route across the Longshaw estate with steep climbs and fast descents. Limited places and free sheepdog trials entry for runners.

Join a scenic charity 10k across Staffordshire countryside, starting and finishing at the canal side Hartley Arms in Wheaton Aston. With only 150 places, the race finishes with music and food at the pub to celebrate local charities.

The Exterminator is a rugged 17 miles fell race in the Peak District from Totley AC pavilion, across moorland, woods and village paths. Strong navigation and mandatory kit are required; bring your own bottle or cup for two water stations.

Enjoy a Peak District fell race at Oxspring Playing Field, a punchy 6.2 km course with 190 m of ascent through scenic terrain. On the day entries welcome for a modest fee and the event is part of an eight race series.

Robin Hood 100 is a scenic 100 mile trail ultra from Retford that follows the Chesterfield Canal into Sherwood Forest, looping past Creswell Crags, Clumber Park and historic estates. Limited to 150 runners and fully supported, it is a class..

Take on the Leeds Country Way In a Day, a scenic 100 km loop around Leeds through trails, villages and parks. The waymarked route with checkpoints and aid along the way makes for a rewarding ultrarunning challenge for adventurous runners.

Ultra X England brings rugged multi distance trail racing to the Peak District from Edale on 12 and 13 September 2026. Choose from short to ultra distances, enjoy fully marked routes, stocked aid stations and epic scenery.

Run the Nine Edges Challenge, a 20 mile off road test across Peak District moorland and gritstone with about 900 m of ascent and mandatory map and compass navigation. Finish at a pub, enjoy a free drink and help fund Edale Mountain Rescue.

Run scenic trails in the Peak District from Bakewell Showground, along the River Derwent and past Chatsworth House. Choose 9.1 km, 15 km or 21.5 km routes with chip timing, aid stations and a finisher medal.

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.

Join the Peak District Challenge in Hathersage on 18 and 19 Sept 2026, with distances from 25 km to 100 miles across iconic moorland. Self navigate or choose a guided group, with GPS tracking, checkpoint support and a hot meal at the finish..

Run the Cotswold Half Way is a 47 mile nonstop trail race along the Cotswold Way from Chipping Campden to Painswick, offering classic rolling countryside and a true ultra challenge. TRA licensed and run under UK Athletics rules, the event s..

Celebrate the 40th anniversary of the High Peak 40, a scenic 40 mile ultramarathon around Buxton on 19 September 2026. Trails and roads combine for a classic challenge for experienced runners seeking a memorable autumn test.

The Lucky Horseshoe on 19 Sept 2026 invites runners to tackle 5k to ultra routes across the Gallops and Golding Hills near Bury St Edmunds. Enjoy friendly aid stations, included parking and a bespoke finisher medal.

Tackle the iconic Cotswold Way Century, a 102 mile single stage trail from Chipping Campden to Bath across rolling hills and varied terrain. You have 32 hours to earn a buckle while enjoying live tracking, aid stations and full GPX support.

Enjoy a traffic free, gently downhill 13 mile route along the scenic Tissington Trail from Parsley Hay to Ashbourne. Run on one or both days of this September weekend event with bespoke medals, free photos and prizes.

Take on the scenic Bollington 3 Peaks fell race in the Peak District on Sat 19 Sep 2026, a 9 km course with 370 m climb. Pre entry only, entry includes food and a pint from Bolly Brewery.

Join the Cross Keys Road and Fell Relay in Uppermill for a spirited team race across road and fell in the South West Pennines. Teams of four run two road and two fell legs from the Cross Keys Inn, with pre entry and on site entries welcome.

Enjoy a scenic trail half marathon or country 5 Miler around Clipston, supporting the village recreation ground. Finishers get a medal and homemade cake, with country paths, farm views and a friendly village atmosphere.