Trail Running calendar near Ilkeston 2025-2026

Run a fast, accurately measured 10K at Northampton Racecourse Park on 11 January, three laps of scenic pathways with trophies and a bespoke medal. The family friendly race supports Umbrella Fair Northampton and accepts on the day entries.

Tackle a classic Peak District fell race on 11 January 2026, crossing Black Hill, Bleaklow and Kinder with seven checkpoints and two trig points. Organised by Woodhead Mountain Rescue this 1650 m climb requires self sufficiency and full FRA..

Take part in Festive 5 on 11 Jan 2026, a 5 mile off road run along the River Avon through Fladbury and Lower Moor. Organised by Friends of Fladbury, this fundraiser offers free cake, spot prizes and supports local community projects.

Explore Cannock Chase on a self navigation 27 km route with 540 m of ascent, visiting trig points and checkpoints for a true fell running challenge. Finish at Milford Common for club hospitality and post race refreshments.

Run Delamere Forest on 11 January 2026 across wide trails and singletrack, mostly flat with a final climb up Old Pale. Pick the 10 km or 13.1 mile route and enjoy electronic timing, finish drinks and a custom finisher's medal.

Take on The Lamb's Longer Leg in Hayfield, Peak District on Sunday 11 Jan 2026, a scenic but testing 5 km course with 305 m of climb. Entry is by pre entry only and parking is limited; teams are welcome.

Explore off road trails around Otley with Punk Panther Green Gateways, offering 14 to 34 mile routes that return via the scenic Meanwood Valley Trail. Entries are limited to 200 so expect a friendly, well organised trail experience.

Tackle Hebden 2026, a winter long distance walk and run from Mytholmroyd offering 22 mile or 15 mile routes across steep Pennine terrain, not suited to beginners. Entries limited to 500 include refreshments en route and a finish meal.

The Phoenix Running - Stretford will take place in Stretford on Saturday 17 January 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

Green Gateways is a trail run around Leeds on the Greenway and Meanwood Valley Trail, threading near city parks and green spaces. Pick 14, 20 or 34 mile routes with checkpoints and trackers for a rewarding urban trail adventure.

Start 2026 with the Sherwood New Year 10k, 5k & Junior Run on 18 January at Sherwood Pines, tackling scenic, undulating forest trails. Enjoy bespoke medals, free photos, parking and a welcoming atmosphere for all.

Stanbury Splash is a lively 12 km fell race across Penistone Hill and Stanbury Moor with about 400 m of climb, stream crossings and muddy trails. Part of the Woodentops series, it offers chip timing and classic Yorkshire moorland views.

Pick 10 km or 16 kilometres along the scenic Leeds Liverpool Canal and River Aire on mixed towpath and trail. Marshalled and marked, the cupless winter race has refill stations and extras so bring your own bottle and warm waterproofs.

Take on the Holly Challenge this January on the leafy lanes of Lightmoor Nature Reserve in Telford, with multiple distance options and medals for every finisher. With only 50 places, this small friendly event offers marshals, an aid station..

Take on the undulating OMG One Mile 2 Go trail at Bawsey Country Park on 24 Jan 2026, with lap based half and ultra options and a friendly field limited to 100. Bring your own bottle for cupless refills and earn a bespoke finisher medal.

Run the Petzl Night Runner at Rivington under head torch light, choosing 10 km or a half marathon on glow in the dark trail signage. Expect rough, boggy, rocky terrain, a finisher medal and lively post race buzz.

Run the scenic, traffic free Tissington Trail in Ashbourne on 24 and 25 January 2026 with a weekend half marathon or 10k. Choose one or both days and enjoy gentle trail gradients, bespoke medals and free finish photos.

Tackle The Half & Half 10K on 25 January 2026: rugged muddy trails for the first half then a fast tarmac return to the finish in Sowerby Bridge. Limited to 100 runners, this compact event suits adventurous runners after a friendly race day.

Tackle trails, paths and a signature hill across two round Dirt Run events at Irchester and Brigstock. Choose from shorter races up to 15 km, enjoy marshalled routes, water stations and a custom finisher medal for each round.

Tigger Tor is a classic winter fell race from Fox House on 25 January 2026, taking runners across Houndkirk, Burbage and Hathersage Moors in a 14.2 km course with 490 m of climb. Navigation and mandatory kit make it a true fell challenge.