Trail Running calendar near Leicester 2026-2027

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.

Join the Pint & Pork Scratchings 5, a charity 5 miles trail run from The Cross Keys in Epperstone supporting The Brain Tumour Charity. Expect undulating local trails, a short early climb and a friendly pub finish with prizes and community s..

Enjoy scenic trail running through the historic Wentworth Castle Gardens with 5 km and 10 km options. Canicross friendly, this midweek event offers live chip timing, a medal and post race snack to celebrate your run.

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.

Explore the Nene Valley Trail Run in Fotheringhay, a scenic off road 10 or 20 mile race through bluebell woods, riverside paths and tranquil villages. Camping is available at Castle Farm Campsite for a relaxed weekend vibe.

Take on the scenic, multi terrain 11.2 km Gnosall 10K ish on 13 June, a chip timed, fully marshalled race across towpaths, woodland and fields. Family friendly fun runs, tech tees and post race goodies make it perfect for all abilities.

Tackle the rolling Cotswolds from Cirencester with distances from 10 km to a full 100 km loop featuring scenic trails and challenging climbs. Choose continuous or two day options with campsite basecamp, catering and full route support.

Run Sandringham 24 arrives on 12 June 2026 at the Royal Sandringham Estate, featuring a scenic Friday 10K and the headline Run Sandringham 24 with solo, pairs and team entries. Entries close 12 June 2026 and weekend camping is available.

Kick off the 2026 Phoenix Summer Series in Manchester with a flat towpath race at Hardy Farm offering distances from 5 km to ultra and a bespoke finishers medal. Every entry supports Carrington Animal Rescue with vegan and gluten free aid s..

Tackle the Wincle Trout fell race in the Peak District, a scenic but testing 9.5 km course with 320 m of climb and a possible river crossing, held alongside the lively Wincle Fete. Places are limited and available by pre entry only.

Montane Summer Spine is a nonstop expedition style 268 mile run along the Pennine Way with a 156 hour limit and staffed checkpoints offering hot food and aid. Expect long days, wild terrain and a supreme endurance test.

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.

Take on the Trevor Milner Riber Run on 16 June 2026 in Lea Green near Matlock for a scenic yet testing 6.8 km course in the Peak District with 305 m of climb. On the day entries available and juniors can join free in the main race.

Join the D C R O Dash, a challenging 8.5 km fell race around Castleton in the Peak District on Wed 17 Jun 2026. Expect steep climbs, stunning views and a friendly atmosphere with limited entries so pre registration is advised.

Join Cromwell Bottom Rock up n' Run on 18 June 2026 at Cromwell Bottom Nature Reserve in Brighouse for scenic 5k and 10k races. On the day entries are welcome and finishers enjoy a jumble medal, hot food, a drink and free parking.

Tackle a scenic 7.3 km Peak District fell race with about 190 m of climb, sharp uphills, riverside running and a dramatic tunnel finish at Millers Dale. Pre entry only with chip timing makes this a fast, well organised challenge.

Tackle the Three Shires Way with point to point trail races around Grafham Water, finishing at Marlow Park. Choose the 50 mile ultra or the marathon and enjoy rolling countryside, ancient woodlands and full support for a memorable challenge..

Take on the Malvern Midsummer Marathon on Saturday 20 June 2026 with two scenic routes across the Malvern Hills, big climbs and sweeping ridge views. Checkpoints, a hot finish meal and a souvenir badge await finishers, so bring a mug.

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.

Run the Dunstable Downs Half Marathon, a scenic 21.2 km trail across chalk downland with over 450 m of climbing. Limited to 300 runners, the technical course features aid stations, a finishers medal and a National Trust backdrop.