Trail Running calendar near Leicester 2025-2026

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, a point to point ultramarathon of roughly 60 miles from Shrewsbury to Worcester along the scenic River Severn. All finishers receive a bespoke medal and a head visor for this tenth edition.

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.

Run the scenic Severn Way in the MTC Severn Way Ultra, a 57 mile point to point ultra on 11 July 2026 that follows largely flat riverside paths. Cup free event with checkpoints and a bespoke finisher medal plus an MTC head visor.

Explore the Black Mountains and Brecon Beacons with distances from 13 miles to a 50 mile ultra, featuring big climbs and iconic ridgelines. Self navigate with GPX tracks and live tracking plus checkpoints and on course support.

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.

Enjoy scenic trails through the Shropshire Hills at The Piece of Cake Trail Run in Carding Mill Valley, with 10K, half and full marathon options. Post run treats and a cake competition add a sweet finish to this countryside challenge.

The The Maverick Chilterns Trail will take place in Wendover on Saturday 11 July 2026. You can run between 10 and 51 kilometers.

Join the Norfolk Festival of Running at Bawsey Country Park for looped sand, gravel and grass trails with distances from 5k to ultra marathon. Small field, lap based courses with on site aid and parking included for a relaxed race day.

Minninglow March is a 17-mile, 2,000‑ft elevation trail-running quest based in Parwich, Derbyshire Dales, a pretty village north of Ashbourne. The clockwise route climbs limestone lanes to Minninglow Hill, then Harborough Rocks, before a de..

Ultra:5K Kempston is held at Box End Park, Box End Rd, Kempston MK43 8RQ. The event, scheduled for Sunday 12 July, offers a simple but challenging format: participants run a 5K on the hour, every hour, for five hours. A three-race option is..

Challenge yourself on the scenic Peak Forest Fell Race in the Peak District on 12 July 2026. A 9.7 km countryside course with 247 m of climb, friendly marshals, and post race tea and cake make for a classic summer fell outing.

Take on the Blacka Moor Chase, a 6.7 km trail test with approx 270 m of climb across moorland, technical descents and a short tarmac stretch. Hosted by Totley AC on 17 July 2025 with limited places, so book early.

Explore Manchester on foot with Beyond Manchester on 18 July 2026, offering 55 km ultra and 25 km trail routes starting and finishing in Castlefield. City canals, Salford Quays and leafy trails combine for a scenic urban adventure.

Join Race The Light at Wendover Woods on 18 July 2026 for a scenic charity trail run raising funds for the Chilterns Neuro Centre. Open to runners walkers and wheelchair users, choose 5K, 10K or a fully accessible loop and earn a medal.

Join scenic, fully marshaled trail races at Winwick Hall with 10k and 5k routes over grassland and country paths, plus a 2k children's fun run. Finishers get medals and free photos while entries support the Bruce Green Foundation.

Run the ATW St Albans Summer 10K on 19 July 2026 at Highfield Park for a chip timed 10 km along the Alban Way, with a free family fun run. Festival vibes with live music, kids activities, food stalls and a custom medal while supporting Alzh..

Alderman's Ascent on 25 July 2026 marks its tenth year and serves as a counter for the English Fell Running Championship. An 8.5 km route with 400 m of ascent, technical downhills and a steep final climb from the Satellite Centre promises a..