Trail Running calendar near Holt Heath 2026-2027

Three races at Colworth Estate in North Bedfordshire combine to marathon distance: a 5-mile family run, an 8.1-mile trail and a 13.1-mile half. The event lists free camping and on-site family entertainment.

Join the Whaley Waltz, a lively fell race in Whaley Bridge that winds 5.8 miles with 274 m of climb through classic Peak District terrain. A friendly carnival vibe, prizes and charity fundraising make it a brilliant summer challenge.

Enjoy scenic, undulating trail running around Carsington Water on Saturday 27 June 2026 with 10k and half marathon options. All runners get free photos, chip timed results, an event medal and access to a lively village with food and giveawa..

Run the woods at Salcey Forest on 28 June 2026 with 10K, half marathon, marathon or 50 km routes over scenic, well marked forest trails. Finishers get a medal and drink, and the event is cupless so bring your own bottle.

Choose from 5 km, 10 km, half marathon or marathon at the scenic Chasewater Country Park on 28 June 2026. Flat 5 km laps, friendly aid stations, finisher medal and a cheeky Snickers make this a fun day out.

A Peak District fell race on 28 June 2026 covering 15.5 miles (25 km) with about 2950 ft (900 m) of ascent. Entry is on the day only with fees of £8 for FRA members and £10 for non-members. Runners must be over 18 and carry full FRA kit.

Take on the Hope Wakes Fell Race on 1 July 2026: a scenic 9.5 km Peak District route with 458 m of climb, starting and finishing at Hope Sportsfield. On the day entry is £8 and all profits go to local charities.

Take on the Winster Hill Race in the heart of the Peak District with a 4 mile course and 177 m of climb that rewards effort with stunning views. Open to runners aged 14 and up with affordable pre entry and on the day entry available.

Explore the Peak District on the Edale Skyline Trail Weekend with the rugged 23 mile Skyline route or a shorter 10 km option. Stay near Edale, get guided trail coaching and enjoy spectacular views with fellow runners.

A point to point canal towpath race from Wolverhampton to Brindley Place in Birmingham, slightly longer than a half marathon. The course features a 360 metre tunnel, floating drink stations and chip timing for seeded waves of runners.

Weekend trail event based at Bakewell in the Southern Peak District on 4-5 July 2026. Distances run from 10 miles to 100 km with camping, covered rest stops, medical support, GPS-tracked routes, and finisher medal and T shirt.

A 30 mile ultra marathon based in Abergavenny with about 5,446 ft of elevation, mostly on trail and including a climb over the Sugar Loaf. The route has three fully stocked checkpoints and downloadable maps on plotaroute.com.

Run July the Turd on 4 July 2026 around Ironbridge valley in Shropshire from The Unicorn Inn. Choose marathon, 16 mile or 8 mile on mixed tracks, paths and road; road shoes suffice, onsite parking and finisher bling.

A senior fell race on 4 July 2026 in Warslow, Peak District: 10 km with 675 m ascent, limited to 150 entries, FRA rules apply and a 1 hour 55 minute maximum finish time may be enforced.

A 21.1 km off road half marathon along The Ridgeway between Coombe Hill and Whiteleaf Hill, featuring 526 m of ascent, two on route aid station visits and full course marking near Wendover on 5 July 2026.

A village-organised fell race in Great Hucklow, Peak District, on 5 July 2026. The route is about 10 km with roughly 340 m of ascent, crosses private land and finishes at the school where flapjacks are provided.

Run a scenic half marathon from Lyme Hall over Kerridge Ridge to the Macclesfield Canal with marked course, aid stations and chip timing. Entry includes parking and park access; finishers can choose a medal or have a tree planted.

Choose a half marathon or 10k through the rolling forest trails of Cannock Chase, featuring challenging hills and scenic views. Organised by Nice Work on 5 July 2026, the event includes on site parking, a bespoke medal, free photos and priz..

Three trail races (10K, 22K, 50K) around Tittesworth Reservoir on 5 July 2026, with marked routes, regular aid stations, marshals and an event village by the water.

A fundraising off road event around Matlock with two route options, 35 km 22 mile and 17 km 11 mile, on unmarked terrain. The course passes villages, moorland and woodland and requires participants to navigate.