Trail Running calendar near Leicester 2025-2026

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.

Run a scenic Half Marathon from Wolverhampton to Brindley Place along canal towpaths and through a 360 m tunnel on a flat route. Chip timed waves, early entrants may get personalised bibs, finishers receive a medal, T shirt and goody bag.

Run the Peak District Ultra from a Bakewell basecamp on a scenic figure of eight route around Derbyshire, offering distances from 10 miles to 100 km and views of Chatsworth House. Camping, onsite hospitality and aid stops support all abilit..

July the Turd invites runners to tackle scenic laps around Ironbridge valley in Shropshire, with 8 mile, 16 mile and marathon options. Start and finish at The Unicorn Inn for a friendly pub atmosphere and a well earned finisher item.

Fen Gallop 2026 is a scenic running event held in Willingham, Cambridgeshire, featuring flat, multi-terrain courses along country roads, footpaths, and bridleways. Participants can choose between a 10K race or a shorter 4-mile option, both..

Run the Chiltern Ridge Half Marathon on 5 July 2026 along the Ridgeway between Wendover and Princes Risborough, including a scenic loop through Whiteleaf Hill Nature Reserve. This hilly 21.1 km trail has steep climbs and technical off road..

Join the Bishop's Stortford Mitre 10k, 5k and 1K on 5 July for traffic free village running in East Hertfordshire to support new school sports facilities. Enjoy chip timed races, a free kids 1K and a finisher T shirt or tree planting option..

Take on the Great Hucklow Fell Race on Sunday 5 July 2026 a scenic but testing 10 km 6 miles course across moorland, steep climbs and a splashy descent. Community run with a friendly village vibe, finish flapjacks and charity support.

Enjoy the Lyme Half Marathon around Lyme Hall, on scenic Peak District trails past Kerridge Ridge and White Nancy before finishing by the Macclesfield Canal. Entry includes parking and park access, and you can choose a medal or tree plantin..

Run summer trails through woodland and hills at the Cannock Chase Forest Half Marathon and 10k on 5 July 2026. Enjoy stunning scenery, bespoke medals, free photos and parking, with routes suited to beginners and seasoned athletes.

Join Race 3 of the Jane Tomlinson Canal Race Series on 7 July in Methley, Leeds for a flat 5 km towpath run raising funds for the Jane Tomlinson Appeal. The final meeting adds a 1.5 mile fun run, medals for everyone and a lively post race B..

The Black Rocks Fell Race on 8 July 2026 is a scenic 9.9 km run with 250 m of climb, featuring a mid race ascent past the dramatic Black Rocks. Mostly on good trails, it starts and finishes at Cromford Meadows for a lively local challenge.

Tackle rolling countryside in the Thurlstone Chase, a lively 4.2 mile fell race with about 150 m of climbing on 9 July 2026 at Thurlstone. Friendly, welcoming event with limited places and cheap entry and day entries available.

Take on the MTC Severn Path Ultra on 10 July 2026, a point to point 59 to 60 miles along the River Severn from Shrewsbury to Worcester. Expect varied terrain, limited signage, mandatory kit and a bespoke finisher medal and visor.

Run the Summer 10k at picturesque Coombe Abbey Park, a scenic two lap trail through woodland and meadows with a mix of grassy and rooty footing. Choose a tree token instead of a medal to plant a tree and support wildflowers.

Tackle a 57 mile point to point ultramarathon following the scenic River Severn from Worcester to Stonehouse on 11 July 2026. Mostly flat terrain with checkpoint support and GPX navigation recommended for overgrown sections.

Take on the Black Mountains from Longtown Hall on 11 July 2026 with self navigated trail options from 13 to 50 mile, chip timing and checkpoints. Camping, food, trackers and medical and physio support ensure a safe, well catered weekend.

Event overview Sithee at Slawit Again is a trail running event organised by Its Grim Up North Running in Slaithwaite, Huddersfield. The race starts and finishes on the canal near the village and is licensed by the Trail Running Association...

Run the iconic Ridgeway at Race to the Stones with 100 km non stop, 100 km over two days or a 50 km option. Take in ancient landmarks like the Uffington White Horse and finish beneath Avebury Standing Stones with full pitstops and support.

Explore 12 charming parishes on off road circular routes from Hallow, choosing distances from 10 to 40 miles. Waymarked paths, checkpoint support and a hot finish make this a friendly challenge for walkers and runners.