Trail Running calendar near Ilkeston 2025-2026

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.

Take on the Stretton Skyline, a scenic yet demanding 30.5 km fell race around Church Stretton with 1357 m of climb and panoramic Shropshire Hills views. Pre entry only, finishers enjoy a tasty goody bag.

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.

Take on the Yorkshireman Off Road Marathon and Half Marathon on 13 September 2026, a scenic challenge across open moorland and woods. Choose the full 26.2 mile route or the 14.8 mile half, enjoy feed stations and chip timing.

Take on the Bradley Fell Race in Bradley Village near Skipton on Sunday 13 September 2026, a punchy 3.5 mile route climbing about 230 m up to scenic Bradley moor. Friendly club atmosphere with junior races and affordable entry on the day.

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 across the West Pennine Moors from Darwen to three iconic towers in Three Towers Ultra, an unmarked trail where navigation matters. Choose 39 or 55 miles with staffed checkpoints, GPS tracking and a finisher medal.

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 four decades at the High Peak 40 in Buxton, a scenic 40 mile ultramarathon over mixed trails and roads. Take on this rewarding endurance test with a 14 hour time limit and a special anniversary atmosphere.

Oktoberfest Running by Grim Up North hits the Leeds and Liverpool Canal at Rodley for chip timed races on a flat towpath, with distances from 5K to Ultra. Finishers get a medal and post race treats in a fun, friendly atmosphere.

Challenge yourself over 102 miles of the Cotswold Way from Chipping Campden to Bath across 32 hours on 19 and 20 September 2026. Expect relentless hills, sweeping views, supportive aid stations and a buckle for finishers.

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.