Trail Running calendar near Leicester 2026-2027

Tackle the Malvern Hills on this midsummer walking and running challenge. Choose between a 27-mile or 15-mile route, both offering significant climbs and spectacular views. A hot meal and finisher's badge await at the finish in Colwall.

Join the James Blakeley Fell Race on Sat 20 Jun 2026 in Holmfirth for a thrilling 5 km Peak District challenge with 180 m climb. Entry on the day is free though site admission applies, teams of three welcome, minimum age 14.

Explore the historic Marches of England on the Midsummer Mortimer Trail. Choose between a 30-mile ultra or a 14-mile half marathon, both finishing at Ludlow Castle. This mixed-terrain event features hilly ridges and scenic forests.

The NoMad Ultra in Derbyshire offers a scenic 50-mile or 50 km trail challenge, plus a team relay. The route follows the marked Derby Nomad trail through varied terrain. It's a self-supported event with GPS tracking, checkpoints, and trophy..

A 21.2 km trail race across the National Trust's Dunstable Downs with about 450 m of ascent, waymarked routes and on course aid. Entry is limited to 300 runners with a 4 hour time limit.

A multi-terrain 10km run starting and finishing at the Twisted Tree Brewery on the Tusmore Estate. There are standard and canicross options available. All finishers get a medal and a drink.

RunForJo 2026 is a final 2.5km family fun run at Oakwell Hall Country Park. The event celebrates Jo Cox's life with a community day out featuring food, a mascot race, and entertainment. Fancy dress is encouraged for this family friendly occ..

The Herts Hobble offers a choice of 26 or 18-mile circular routes through the undulating countryside of North West Hertfordshire. Starting from Baldock, the cross-country event includes checkpoint refreshments and a finish line meal. All fi..

Tackle the Trunce 5, a lively fell race in the Peak District around Oxspring offering a hilly 6.2 km route with about 190 m of climb. On the day entries are welcome and juniors over 10 can take part in a 3 km race as part of an eight race s..

Race a scenic 10K on the trails of Lyme Park this midsummer evening. The hilly course features a mix of terrain and includes a bespoke finisher's medal. Enjoy free parking and support the National Trust with your entry.

Eddie's Revenge is a classic midweek fell race over 6.1 km of challenging moorland and forest trails near Shaw. The route features relentless ascents and a steep shale descent, demanding navigation skills and full waterproof kit. It's an FR..

Tackle a full marathon distance over three days at the Colworth Marathon Challenge. Run a 5-mile trail, an 8.1-mile cross-country, and a 13.1-mile half marathon on the Colworth Estate. Free camping and family entertainment add to the weeken..

Trail event at Hyde Hall Farm offering distances from 5k to ultra marathon with lap options for heavy half and ultra. Aid station, baggage area and secure parking are provided and finishers receive a bespoke or lucky dip medal.

Join the Whaley Waltz, a lively fell race in Whaley Bridge that winds 5.8 miles with 274 m of climb through classic Peak District terrain. A friendly carnival vibe, prizes and charity fundraising make it a brilliant summer challenge.

Trail half marathon and 10K around Carsington Water on 27 June 2026, with chip timing, kilometre markers, event photos and a bespoke medal.

The Round Sheffield Run is a unique trail running adventure. It consists of 11 timed stages along a scenic 24.5 km route around Sheffield's parklands. You can run solo or with a partner on a summer weekend.

Explore the Thames Valley trails at the Marlow Trail Run. Choose from a 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon on an all trail course. Every finisher receives a themed medal and free race photos.

TrailFest offers a day of trail running on the forest paths of Salcey Forest, with four distances from 10 km to 50 km. The cupless event has generous cut-off times and is accessible by car or public transport. All finishers receive a medal.

Looped races at Chasewater Country Park offer 5K laps for options from 5K up to a full marathon, a relatively flat mixed-surface course with park facilities and aid stations, and a finisher medal and occasional snack.

A multi terrain trail event at 3 Brewers Brewery on 28 June 2026 offering 10 km and a new 5 km option, with a medal, a pint cup and a free beer or non alcoholic drink for every finisher.