Trail Running calendar near Leicester 2025-2026

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.

Join the Trevor Milner Riber Run on Tuesday 16 June 2026 in the Peak District for a scenic but testing 4.2 mile route around Lea Green with rewarding climbs. Entries available on the day for a friendly, festival like atmosphere.

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 the pop up Summer Series at Cromwell Bottom Nature Reserve for a friendly evening 5 km or 10 km run. Celebrate your finish with a jumble medal, hot food, a beer or soft drink and a sweetie bag.

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 scenic Three Shires Way on Saturday 20 June 2026 with point to point trail races through ancient woodlands across Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire. Choose a 50 mile ultra or marathon and finish with a loop aroun..

Take on the Malvern Midsummer Marathon across the iconic Malvern Hills with 27 mile and 15 mile routes featuring big climbs and ridge top views. Enjoy staffed checkpoints, a hot finish meal and the friendly LDWA atmosphere.

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.

Join a scenic trail half marathon across Dunstable Downs with sweeping ridge views, steep climbs and thrilling descents. Limited to 300 runners on 21 June 2026, this challenging 21.2 km course is perfect for elevation lovers.