Trail Running calendar near Leicester 2026-2027

A community charity event on Sunday 27 September 2026 near Grantchester offering chip-timed 10k and 3k courses through farmland, medals for all finishers, trophies, and fundraising for Maggie’s and Addenbrooke’s Charitable Trust.

A community running event in Manuden on 27 September 2026 with 10k, 5k and 1k races, on-road starts then off-road bridleways, water stations and medals for finishers. Funds raised support Sands, St Clare Hospice and village organisations.

A fundraising hike or run on 27 September from Beacon Hill Country Park, covering about 16 miles and summiting Beacon Hill, Bardon Hill and Old John in Bradgate Park. Proceeds provide essential items for local people in need.

A multi terrain trail run along the Thames near Marlow offering a Half Marathon, 10k and a 1k Little Sprinters race. The event features chip timing, a finisher medal, on route water stations and an event village with facilities.

A six hour lap-based trail event at Coombe Abbey Park near Coventry, using a 3.3 mile loop through woodland and meadow. Options include a medal or a tree token, rucking is allowed and dogs are not permitted.

A night trail 10k at Coombe Abbey Park on 30 September 2026. The route runs through woodland, meadows and fields and requires a head or chest torch. Petzl may be on site with demo lamps and water is provided in biodegradable cups.

An annual waymarked trail around Rotherham offering individual and relay options over 80 km or 50 miles, with varied terrain, GPS maps and checkpoint support. The event is licensed by the Trail Running Association and run under UK Athletics..

A five-mile chip-timed trail and Canicross event in the Upper Wreake valley celebrating its 10th year, with undulating XC terrain, prize categories, a commemorative medal and a 200-runner limit. Entries close 30/09/2026.

Two route options start and finish at Buxton Community School, taking participants into the western Peak District with checkpoints and refreshments. The event offers 26.2 and 14.3 mile courses, timed wristbands and some catering options.

A 15.2 km fell race in the Peak District with 490 m of climb, held at Curbar Primary School on 3 October 2026. Pre-entry is required and proceeds go to Curbar Primary School.

Wild Run Cotswolds showcases rugged off road trails on a private estate with fully marked routes, chip timing and a family friendly supporter zone. Entries are limited to 600; choose 10K, half, marathon or the six hour 360 challenge.

A cross country race near Thorpe and Dovedale with a 4 3/4 mile main course featuring a Stepping Stones river crossing and a separate 1 1/4 mile Mini Dash for U12s.

A challenge walking event from Marlow with new 25km, 40km and 50km routes through the Hambleden and Stonor valleys. Entry is limited to 150 and includes checkpoint food plus a commemorative badge.

A junior fell running race in the Pennines for ages 6 and up. The 2 km course starts near a classic pub. Entry is available on the day.

MacTuffX Brierley Hill on 4 October 2026 is a functional fitness race in Brierley Hill West Midlands featuring ten Xercises plus running across individual team and relay categories with a LITE weight option for lower loads.

An off-road running and walking event around the Charnwood countryside based at Nanpantan Scout Group HQ in Loughborough. Main route is about 10 miles; a 1 mile junior fun run is available with a small on-the-day entry fee.

A six hour multi-lap off road event at Sence Valley Forest Park where participants complete 3.3 mile laps at their own pace, with canicross allowed and options for a medal or tree token.

A backyard ultra at Turvey House where runners complete a 4.167 mile (6.7 km) loop each hour; failing to start a loop on the hour means elimination. Entries include solo, paired teams alternating loops, and an 8 hour day cap.

A non timed inflatable obstacle run in Cheltenham on 10 October 2026 offering 2.5k, 5k, 10k and 15k options with inflatable obstacles, music zones and on course hydration. Children aged 5 to 15 must run with a paying adult.

The Tideswell Terminator is an 8.9 km trail race in Tideswell on 10 October. The hilly route gains 267 m, passes Peters Stone and Hay Cop, and finishes at Bishop Pursglove Primary School.