Trail Running calendar near Leicester 2025-2026

Enjoy a scenic, flat trail run around Maidenhead Commons and Summerleaze Lake on Sunday 26 July 2026. Choose 5K, 10K or half marathon and earn a themed medal with free race photos, chip timed results and a lively event village.

Tackle rugged Pennine moorland in the Holme Moss Fell Race, a demanding 28.5 km with 1,285 m of ascent and remote navigation. Limited to 200 runners, the event supports Holme Valley Mountain Rescue.

Take on the Dovedale Dipper, a scenic trail run and challenge walk from Hartington through the Dove and Manifold valleys in the Peak District. Choose a long 27 mile route or a 15 mile option for gorgeous scenery and a village finish.

Take in river views and industrial heritage on a scenic run along a disused railway from Ironbridge to Bridgnorth. Choose from distances from 9 to 37 miles and join the winter race on 21 February 2026 or the summer race on 1 August 2026.

Run a scenic 5K, 10K or half marathon through the grounds of Elvaston Castle Country Park on Sunday 2 August 2026. Enjoy a fast, multi terrain course, unique themed medal, free race photos and a lively event village.

Explore Birmingham's canals and the River Cole on mostly off road circular routes of 18.5 miles, 26.5 miles and 30 miles, starting and finishing at Moseley Rugby Club on Sunday 2 August 2026. Flat, scenic towpaths with checkpoints, hot drin..

Take on the MTC Thames Challenge, a four day 184 mile multi stage endurance race along the scenic Thames Path from the source to the Thames Barrier. Included hotels and main evening meals connect the stages for a supported ultra experience.

Tackle the MTC Cotswold Ultra, a scenic 57 mile point to point along the Thames Path from Kemble to Oxford, with a bespoke medal and MTC head visor for all. Classic Cotswold views and trophies for winners make this a memorable challenge.

Take on the MTC Oxford Ultra, a 49 mile point to point along the Thames Path from Oxford to Henley. Expect scenic riverside trails, three support checkpoints and challenging self sufficient ultrarunning with a bespoke finisher medal.

Take on the 47 mile MTC Windsor Ultra along the scenic Thames from Henley to Kingston, testing endurance with three aid stops and rolling river views. Finishers get a bespoke medal and choice of tech shirt, mug or hat.

Take on the Cordwell Colossus, a summer 20 mile trail around Cordwell and Linacre Valleys on the eastern edge of the Peak District with 840 m of climbing. Varied trails, basic navigation and a finisher medal make for a rewarding day out.

Tackle ATW Odyssey12 at Riverside Park, St Neots, a multi terrain lap event where solo runners, pairs or teams rack up 5.3 km laps against the clock. Enjoy festival vibes with live music, food, kids activities and an Odyssey medal for finis..

Run the Stour Valley Path on 8 August 2026, choosing a scenic point to point 100k or 50k with UTMB Index points up for grabs. Mostly trail through rolling countryside with friendly aid stations and a medal and shirt for finishers.

Join the historic Eccles Pike Fell Race on 12 August 2026 for a sharp out and back from Buxworth to the summit of Eccles Pike. A compact but testing climb and descent, this local classic dates to the 19th century.

Ricky's Race in Darley Dale on 13 August 2026 is a 7.3 km 4.5 mile course with 240 m climb, combining forest trails, a long lane ascent and technical descents. A steep final push to Oker Trig Point rewards you with sweeping valley views.

Join the relaunch of the Flagg Moor Run in the Peak District on 14 August 2026, a village fell race of 5.5 miles. The mostly off road course winds through fields and lanes with a long downhill finish back to Flagg.

Choose 50k or 100k through scenic Northants and Leics, following much of the Harborough Round and passing charming villages and historic sites. Well supported with aid stations, finishers medals and a true trail challenge.

INFERNO Edale's Ring of Hell on 22 August 2026 is a fierce trail challenge across Peak District terrain, with options from 10 miles to a 41 mile ultra. Self navigated routes, big climbs and wild scenery promise an unforgettable day.

Run scenic, undulating trails around Carsington Water with a half marathon or 10k option, each kilometre marked and marshals on course. Enjoy a themed medal, post race goodies and a lively event village for a festival finish.

Run scenic lakeside and trail courses at the Nottingham Running Festival in Colwick Park on 30 Aug, with races from juniors to a four lap half marathon. Celebrate with a medal, chip timing and a lively event village supporting local hospice..