Trail Running calendar near Holt Heath 2026-2027

Run Brimscombe's canal towpath at the Back to the 80s timed event, choosing any mix of 2.62 mile laps to make 5k to ultra distances. Enjoy a relaxed one hour start window, seven hour limit and a bespoke finisher medal to mark your effort.

Take on the Winter Railway Ultra on 21 Feb 2026 with distances from 9 to 37 miles along a scenic disused railway by the River Severn between Ironbridge and Bridgnorth. Aid stations and nearby pubs add winter charm to the challenge.

Take on Any Kind of Weather Runner at Northampton Active on 21 February 2026, a lap based six hour challenge where you can choose distances from 5K up to an ultra. Limited to 80 entrants, enjoy aid stations, a finishers medal and a goody ba..

Races start and finish at Brickfields Park in Bath and run through the Two Tunnels, offering distances from 500m Colourburst to 50km ultra, marked routes, feed stations and a charity contribution to Sustrans.

Enjoy a scenic off road 9.5 km trail around Kinver Edge and the Rock Houses, run as two laps over tracks and trails. Limited to 100 runners, the event includes medals, finish goodies and prizes for the top three in each category.

Join the Dirt Run, a two round multi terrain series in Northamptonshire at Irchester on 25 January and Brigstock on 22 February. Choose 5 km to 15 km on mixed trails, paths and roads with a muddy hill to test you and a custom medal for fini..

Take on the Sorbrook Slog on 22 February 2026, a lively 7 mile multi terrain race through footpaths, fields and gullies around Sorbrook and Sluvad in Cwmbran. Enjoy marshals on course, post race tea and cake and a finishers goodie bag.

The Terminator 2026 is a tough but rewarding 12 mile trail race around Pewsey, Wiltshire, mostly off road with muddy climbs and high point views. All finishers receive a unique T shirt and race village treats await.

Run the Knype Pools 5 on 22 February 2026 with Biddulph Running Club, a scenic 5 mile trail loop around Knypersley Reservoir. Support the mayor's chosen charity and enjoy a friendly pre race fun run and community atmosphere.

Run the Stockport Trail Half Marathon along the scenic Middlewood Way and Macclesfield Canal near Marple. Chip timing and a relaxed non competitive wave make it perfect for racers and social runners alike.

Join a weekend fell and trail running retreat in the Black Mountains, Wales from 27 Feb to 1 Mar 2026 at Dinas Castle Inn. Guided runs on the Dragons Back ridge, skills coaching and bunkhouse accommodation make for an inspiring weekend for..

Celebrate the tenth anniversary of the Chester Ultra 50 Mile, a 50 mile trail ultramarathon around North Cheshire linking the Sandstone Trail and Helsby Hill. Expect rugged singletrack, seven checkpoints and a tough but rewarding 17 hour cu..

Castle 2 Castle Ultra is a 32 mile ultramarathon from Powis Estate in Welshpool to Caffi Wylfa in Chirk, blending fast flats with rolling footpaths for a scenic but testing challenge. This sold out event awards finishers a commemorative pla..

Tackle the 43rd South Shropshire Circular on 28 Feb 2026: a rugged 25 mile route from Minsterley Village Hall with about 4,675 ft ascent and a 10 hour time limit. Strong navigation skills, sturdy footwear and essential kit required.

The Wingerworth Wobble is a scenic 4.66 mile trail race from Wingerworth across fields, hills and woodland with a runnable hill finish. All finishers receive a medal and refreshments and proceeds support the local school.

Take on the Cannock Chase Wildwood Trail Series on 28 Feb 2026 at Birches Valley, a scenic yet testing woodland course with steep climbs, fast descents and technical, muddy trails. Half and 10K with canicross options and eco wooden medals.

Cloud Nine is a classic 9 mile fell race from Congleton to the summit of Bosley Cloud and back, offering rugged trails and great views. Entry is by pre registration only, places are limited and FRA mandatory kit rules apply.

Enjoy scenic trails around Pitsford Water with 10k and half marathon options that take in village paths, country lanes and lakeside views. Trail shoes and a personal cup are advised as the races are cupless; all finishers get a medal.

Run a scenic 70k along the Taff Trail from the Brecon Beacons to Nantgarw, passing reservoirs, waterfalls and historic sites. The event includes coach transfer to the start, checkpoints, timing and a finisher medal.

Tackle a rugged 75 km mountain ultramarathon from Brecon to Cardiff, summiting Pen y Fan, Cribyn and Fan y Big over wild ridges and forests. A 26.2 mile Taff Xtreme option covers the second half; both are unmarked and GPS navigated.