Trail Running calendar near Leicester 2025-2026

Run 60 km along the ancient Ridgeway from Ivinghoe Beacon to near Wallingford across chalk ridgelines and rolling downs. With 1000 m ascent, a 10 hour limit and UTMB World Series status, this scenic ultramarathon tests endurance and pace.

Join the Gerald Story Memorial Fun Run on 31 May 2026 at Worksop College for a scenic 5.5 miles mostly on trail into Clumber Park, with a short closed road section. Finishers receive a medal and all 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.

Tackle the Griffin Challenge, a six hour out and back run along the Griffin Trail from Braybrooke Taproom in Market Harborough. Choose your distance on a mostly flat 3.3 mile loop, then unwind with food and drinks at the Taproom.

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 on 6 June 2026 for scenic laps from The Unicorn Inn across the Ironbridge and along the Silkin Way. Choose 8 mile, 16 mile or marathon options and embrace the fun of fancy dress with top hats and tiaras..

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

Join the Coombe Hill Fell Race in Wendover for a punchy 7 km with about 220 m of climb, including a steep ascent and descent. On the day entry is available and your entry includes a pint at the finish.

Take on the Passing Clouds fell race in the Peak District on Sun 7 Jun 2026, a scenic but testing 15.7 km trail with 565 m of climb around Tittesworth Reservoir. Entry on the day from £9 for members, parking charges apply.

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.

Take on scenic off road 10 mile or 20 mile routes through bluebell woodlands, rivers and quiet villages at Castle Farm Campsite near Peterborough on 13 June 2026. Camping, well stocked aid stations and eco friendly vibes make this a relaxed..

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.

Run or walk the Cotswold Way Ultra in Cirencester on 13 and 14 June 2026. Routes from 10 km to 100 km take you through rolling Cotswold hills with camping, waymarked trails and regular support stations.

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 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.