Trail Running calendar near Leicester 2025-2026

Join the Gerald Story Memorial Fun Run on 31 May 2026 at Worksop College for an enjoyable 5.5 mile trail into Clumber Park, with marshals and first aid on course. All finishers receive a medal and profits support Cancer Research.

Run through Tatton Park woodlands and open grass with deer nearby at the Wild Trail Runs on 31 May 2026. Choose 10 km or half marathon, dogs welcome for canicross, and all finishers get a medal, Wild Deer merch, a snack and drink.

Run the Trunce 4 fell race in the Peak District from Oxspring Playing Field, a scenic 6.2 km route with 190 m of climb. On the day entries are just £3 and a 3 km junior race for ages 10 plus makes it great for families.

Join Race 2 of the Jane Tomlinson Canal Race Series on 2 June 2026 in Methley for a fast 5 km on the flat Aire and Calder towpath. Enjoy a friendly marshaled event with prizes and proceeds supporting the Jane Tomlinson Appeal.

Take on the Burbage Skyline fell race in the Peak District on Tue 2 Jun 2026, a scenic yet testing 6.2 miles with 280 m of climb on the new 2024 route. Enjoy classic moorland terrain and a friendly club atmosphere, with pre entry only.

Join the Griffin Challenge at Braybrooke Taproom on 3 June 2026, a six hour looped event on the Griffin Trail where runners, walkers and hikers do as many laps as they like. Celebrate after with coffee, pastries and a cold beer.

Join the Calver Peak fell race on Wednesday 3 June 2026 in the Peak District for a lively 5 mile run over limestone scenery with roughly 275 m of climb. Friendly and suitable for novices, it offers a classic fell experience near Calver vill..

Join the Divorce Day Defib Fundraiser, a "best dressed" race where fancy dress is encouraged as you tackle scenic laps across Ironbridge and the Silkin Way. Pick 8, 16 or marathon distances starting from The Unicorn Inn.

The National Forest Way Ultra will take place in Burton upon Trent on Saturday 6 June 2026.

A lively fell race on Coombe Hill near Wendover on 7 June 2026, tackling 7 km with 220 m of climb and rewarding hilltop views. Entry on the day, modest fees and a pint included make this a friendly, competitive outing for juniors and teams.

Join the Calton Crawl on Tue 9 Jun 2026 in the Peak District for an energetic 8.5 km trail run with 244 m of climb, offering great views and a proper challenge. Friendly village hall base and day entries welcome for a low cost event.

Enjoy an evening trail run through the historic 500 acre Wentworth Castle Gardens with choice of 5 km or 10 km routes across parkland and woodland. Canicross friendly with live chip timing and a finisher medal included.

Tackle the Boar's Head fell race in the Peak District on Wed 10 Jun 2026. This BM 8 mile course climbs 402 m from the Boar's Head Hotel, welcomes teams and on the day entries for £5; entrants must be 18 or older.

Nene Valley Trail Run on 13 June 2026 invites runners to explore rolling Northamptonshire countryside from Castle Farm Campsite. Choose 10 or 20 miles of fully marked trails through bluebell woods, riverside paths and quiet villages.

Join the Gnosall 10K for a challenging 11.2 km undulating multi terrain route along canal towpath, woodland and boardwalk, with chip timing and a technical tee for all finishers. Bring the family for a fun run with medals, bouncy castle and..

Take on the Cotswold Way Ultra Challenge from 13 to 14 June 2026, based in Cirencester, with routes from 10 km up to a 100 km loop through classic Cotswold trails. Fully supported with campsites, catering and a finisher medal and tee.

Take on the epic Montane Summer Spine, a nonstop expedition along the Pennine Way covering 268 miles from Edale to Kirk Yetholm. Expect wild terrain, long summer days and checkpoint support within a 156 hour time limit.

Tackle scenic but hilly forest trails at the Wendover Woods Half Marathon and 10k on 14 June 2026, with a friendly junior run and on the day entries if available. Spectators can enjoy a cafe, forest walks and family activities.

Take in Hertfordshire countryside from 3 Brewers Brewery on scenic, undulating off road trails with 10km or 5km options. Finishers get a medal and a pint, with live jazz, food and fundraising for local charity Earthworks.

Tackle the classic Edale Fell Race in the Peak District, a 4.7 miles route with 402 m of climb across dramatic moorland. Pre entry and on the day entry are available, plus junior races and entry to Edale Country Day for runners.