Trail Running calendar near Grindleford 2026-2027

A **5 km** trail race around Clowbridge Reservoir, open to ages 11 and over. It is the first of a three-week Autumn series on 3, 10 and 17 September 2026 with entries via SiEntries and a £6.50 fee.

Challenge yourself on the Great Longstone Chase, a classic fell race in the Peak District with 4.8 miles of rugged trail and 290 m of climb. Limited to 200 pre entered runners, the event also offers junior races and post race refreshments.

A multi-terrain off-road race of about 4 miles in Shotton on 4 September 2026, with pre-entry fees (£10, £8 affiliated), prize categories by age, a minimum age of 17, and a 200-person entry limit.

A 10 km trail race on 5 September 2026 around Malham Show Field, passing Malham Cove, Malham Tarn and Weets Top, with on course drinks, a post race meal, merchandise, prizes and free car parking.

A flat out and back trail run from Hornsea along the Trans Pennine Trail offering multiple distances, marshals, and feed stations every three miles. Finishers receive a bespoke medal and post-race treats.

A charity trail running festival in the Colne Valley with 50 mile, 50km, 27km and 10km routes, waymarked moorland trails, stocked feed stations, mandatory kit for ultras, and an event village with family activities.

Test your endurance at a looped off road running event featuring 6, 12, and 24 hour challenges. Enjoy a community atmosphere with on site camping and options for solo runners or relay teams on a flat farm based course.

Two linked fell races in Hayfield on 5 September 2026 offer a full 24.5 km AL route and a shorter 16 km BM option. A single entry covers both races, the field is capped at 200 and entries are handled through SiEntries.

The Bullock Smithy Hike is a 56-mile circular ultra-hike or run organized by a local Scout group. Held over a weekend in September, it starts and finishes in Hazel Grove.

Teams of eight carry a barrel across the moors in Edale while individuals run the same fell course and children race a shorter route. The event on 5 September 2026 is based at Newfold Farm Campsite and raises funds for local primary schools..

Experience the scenery of Malham Cove and Malham Tarn in this licensed trail half marathon. Enjoy a well supported route with post race meals and unique local rewards in the heart of Malham.

Trail running in Carding Mill Valley near Church Stretton with Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K options. The course crosses the Shropshire Hills and The Long Mynd and features marked routes and aid stations.

A Backyard Ultra at Hardwick Hall Estate where runners repeat a 4.16 mile loop every hour until only one remains. The route crosses estate trails, farmland and woodland with on site aid and first aid support.

A 7.1 km fell race on the Longshaw estate in September 2026, using the estate’s new route and 237 m of climb. Entry includes admission to Britain’s oldest sheepdog trials plus food and grandstand seating.

Enjoy a scenic trail run through the Staffordshire countryside starting and finishing at a canal side pub. This charity event features a 10k route followed by evening food and music.

A 23 mile walk and run from Gargrave Village Hall on 5 September 2026 through Malhamdale, visiting Kirkby Malham and other local landmarks, with a nine hour completion limit and checkpoint controls.

Experience a technical fell race through Yorkshire Lancashire and Cumbria. This 31 km route features steep climbs and open fell navigation for experienced runners seeking a high level mountain challenge in the Dales.

An ultra-distance event that follows the Cheshire Canal Ring from Northwich, organised by New Era Community Boxing. Open to entrants over 20 with a 36 hour overall cutoff, checkpoints, route maps and pre-race support provided.

A community fell race at Blackshaw Head on 5 September 2026 covering 8.9 km with 274 m ascent. Entry on the day, limited to 150 runners, fee £6; minimum age 18 and mandatory kit requirements apply.

A short fell race in Burnsall, Wharfedale, covering *1.50 miles / 2.40 km* with about 800 ft (240 m) of ascent, featuring a steep heather climb to a cairn and a direct descent. Categories range from Under 9 to Seniors.