Trail Running calendar near Hardwick Village 2026-2027

Experience a scenic trail half marathon through the Peak District starting at the historic Lyme National Trust. This fully marked course features iconic landmarks like White Nancy and includes a canal side section.

Experience a summer trail race through the hilly forest paths of Cannock Chase. Choose between a half marathon or 10k and enjoy free parking, race photos, and a bespoke finisher medal.

Run through the scenic southern Peak District and Tittesworth Reservoir on rugged trails and moorland tracks. Choose between three distances and enjoy a chip timed race with stocked aid stations and a themed finisher medal.

Explore the scenic high ground around Matlock in this self navigated challenge for runners and walkers. Choose between 17 km and 35 km routes to support the Derby Mountain Rescue Team.

Run on the firmer sands of Bridlington South Beach. This annual event features a 5K race and a Fun Run, with a trophy for the best costume. Participants receive a t-shirt, water bottle, and medal.

Marston Madness is a 6-hour endurance challenge on a scenic 5k loop. Run solo or with friends to see how many laps you can complete, with professional chip timing tracking your progress in a supportive atmosphere.

Experience a 6 mile trail run through the Bromsgrove countryside featuring woodland paths and rolling hills. Starting at Sanders Park, this off road adventure offers a scenic route with medals for all finishers.

Enjoy a flat 1.5 mile fun run along the Methley canal towpath in Leeds. This long running community event features medals for all finishers and a specific competition for local school teams.

Join the Stoodley Pike fell race at Todmorden on 7 July 2026 for a sharp 5 km challenge with 213 m of climb and stunning moorland views. On the day entries welcome for £5, minimum age 14; car sharing is requested.

This 10km fell race offers a classic Peak District challenge. The route starts on the canal towpath before a significant climb past the iconic Black Rocks to a trig point. It returns via the same path for a fast finish back at Cromford Mead..

A marked high moor fell race of about 7 miles with 366 m of climb in the South/West Pennines on 8 July 2026. Registration is at the Packhorse Inn car park, pre entry is via SiEntries and on the day entry may be limited to 120.

A three leg fell relay at Danefield Park near Otley on 8 July 2026. Each leg is 4.8 km with 170 m of climb and teams of three compete across male, female and mixed categories.

Experience a multi terrain 5k run through the ancient woodland of Fermyn Woods Country Park near Corby. This chipped event welcomes runners of all abilities aged 11 and over with bespoke medals for all finishers.

Experience an off road 10 km single lap through the trails of Wyre Forest in this summer evening race. This inclusive event welcomes canicross runners and offers a focused racing environment starting from the Callow Hill Visitor Centre.

Experience a traditional category BS fell race in South Yorkshire. This undulating 6.4 kilometre course offers a focused running experience with prizes across various age categories and cash rewards for new course records.

Enjoy a sunset run through the beautiful woodlands and meadows of Coombe Abbey Park. This two lap trail race offers a firm course and a friendly atmosphere for a perfect Friday evening activity.

Gravel Rocks is a summer festival combining trail running and gravel riding at Duncombe Park. The inclusive entry covers camping, a night run, a choice of Saturday distances, and live music. It's a timed, multi day event with a social atmos..

Experience an undulating trail run along the historic Huddersfield narrow gauge canal in Slaithwaite. Choose from four different distances and enjoy scenic views of the Pennines and local locks.

Take on the New Embsay Fell Race on Sat 11 Jul: a punchy 2.5 mile course with 195 m of climb through the Yorks Dales. Part of the village fete, enjoy entertainment and refreshments and easy on the day entry for a fun community challenge.

Take on the Charlesworth & Chisworth Carnival Fell Race on Sat 11 Jul 2026 in the Peak District, a testing 5 km / 3.1 mile course with 180 m of climb. Pre entry and entry on the day plus junior races make this a great community running day.