Trail Running calendar near Keele 2025-2026

Brutal Extreme Triathlons in Llanberis, North Wales, combine a Llyn Padarn lake swim, a 28 mile bike loop over Pen y Pass and a mountain finish on Yr Wyddfa via the Llanberis Path. Solo and relay entries welcome for adventurous athletes.

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.

Join the Yorkshire Weekend Saunter in Brighouse on 20 September 2026 for a relaxed run, jog or walk along scenic Yorkshire routes. Choose 5K, 10K or a half marathon and enjoy a jumble medal, hot food and a post race drink.

The Bronte Half Marathon on 20 September 2026 is a hilly 13.1 mile trail race through atmospheric Bronte Country between Haworth and Hebden Bridge, limited to 200 runners and organised by Sue Ryder. Enjoy great scenery, finishers get pie an..

Run scenic countryside trails at the Clipston Trail Half Marathon and Country 5 Miler, starting from Clipston Recreation Ground. Enjoy rolling hills, a homemade cake at the finish and the feel good factor of supporting local playing fields.

Take on the scenic Cheshire Ring 100 Mile ultramarathon on 26 and 27 September 2026, part of the GB Ultras series. Expect tough but rewarding canal and countryside terrain with a well organised, permit backed race.

Scenic trail runs around Otley, West Yorkshire visiting seven reservoirs and landmarks like Stainburn Forest and Almscliffe Crag. Choose 13, 20 or 32 mile routes for a rewarding, rugged day on trails.

Malham Charity Relays on 27 September 2026 is a friendly, all ages relay with mixed teams formed on the day. A punchy 1.1 km loop up Cawden Hill and back to the Lister Arms, entry £3 with all proceeds to charity.

A challenging 10 km uphill only race from Ruthin to the Jubilee Tower on Moel Famau, finishing above 550 m with sweeping hilltop views. Open to walkers and hill runners, it pairs a tough ascent with a memorable mountain finish.

Event details The East Coast "Chuffer" is an off-road running event based at Peasholm Park, Scarborough (N Bay Promenade, YO12 7TR; What3Words ///unions.awards.lists). The route follows the old railway line known as the Cinder Tra..

Experience The Drop in Manchester: blindfolded participants are driven to a secret drop off and must navigate back on foot over 10 or 15 miles as the crow flies. No GPS allowed, live tracking keeps it safe and competitive.

Tackle a 50 km trail through the Cambrian Mountains near Lake Vrynwy at the Loop Ultra, a supported and fully marked race. Limited to 100 runners, the event blends rugged trails with camping, music and strong on course support.

RunThrough UK invites runners to the Cannock Chase Running Festival at Birches Valley, a scenic forest course offering half marathon, 10K, 5K and junior races. Expect chip timed results, themed medals and a lively event village.

The Sheffield Tententen is a popular multi-terrain trail running event held annually in Endcliffe Park, Sheffield. Featuring a 10k race and a 2.5k fun run for children aged 4 to 14, it attracts over 1,000 participants each year. The course..

Run scenic trails at Loggerheads Country Park with Loggerheads Autumn Trails, featuring 6 km, 12 km and canicross options for all abilities. Family friendly, fully marked routes and no time limits make for a relaxed autumn run.

Run scenic, undulating trails around Carsington Water with a choice of Half Marathon or 10K on reservoir loops. Celebrate at the event village with a themed medal, water and festival goodies and GPX files to preview the course.

Join the Yorkshire Weekend Saunter in Knaresborough on 17 October 2026 for scenic trail 10K and half marathon routes. A relaxed event for runners, joggers and walkers with a jumble medal, hot food and a beer or soft drink for finishers.

Run a scenic but demanding 50k in the Yorkshire Dales on 17 Oct 2026 from Grassington. This self guided 50k with 1260 m ascent needs navigation and fell experience and includes GPX, live tracking, aid stations and a finisher meal.

On 17 October 2026 tackle scenic trails on eastern edge of the Peak District with a 20 mile Petit Raid or 31 mile Amberaid 30. Routes form a figure of eight from Ashover with checkpoints, GPX and a medal for every finisher.

Rip n Run XL returns to Hebden Bridge on 17 to 18 October 2026 with 40 mile and 80 mile loop options through scenic Pennine hills. Enjoy staffed checkpoints, hot food at HQ and indoor shelter on later legs for a proper ultrarunning challeng..