Trail Running calendar near Leicester 2026-2027

A 20 mile Peak District traverse over nine gritstone edges raising funds for Edale Mountain Rescue Team. Options to walk, run or climb, with mandatory navigation and safety kit, refreshments and bus transport back included in the entry fee.

MacTuffX Manchester on 12 September 2026 is a functional fitness race at Etihad Campus that mixes ten Xercises with running. Multiple formats are offered : solo, doubles and relay : with two distance options and an 18 plus age requirement.

A series of fully marked, fully supported trail and ultra events in the UK that focus on a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere with generous cut-offs and runnable countryside courses.

An 81 mile single loop ultra on the Bunyan Way in Bedfordshire with a 24 hour cutoff, 1,219 metres of climb and seven aid stations. The runnable country route features live tracking, medical cover and a bespoke finisher medal and T shirt.

A trail running event in Alton on 12 September 2026 offering a 10 km trail and a 2 mile fun run. The route uses gravel tracks and woodland trails and passes through the grounds of Alton Castle; medals for all finishers.

A 50 mile circular ultramarathon through the Lincolnshire Wolds starting from Swallow Village Hall. The course gains about 1,370 m of elevation, features four aid stations, an 18 hour cut off and limited entry for 150 runners.

A *10 km* trail race around Cleveland Lakes organised by the Cotswold Lakes Trust, run on flat tree lined paths with water views. Participants must be 15 years or over and agree to the event terms.

Autumn Wolf Run offers 5K and 10K obstacle courses through woodland, fields and water at The Offchurch Bury in Offchurch on 12 September 2026. Organised by Islamic Help, the event includes a minimum fundraising requirement of £250.

Scenic trail races from Bakewell Showground in the Peak District offering a half marathon, 15k and 9.1k. Routes follow the Monsal Trail with river and Chatsworth views and include chip timing, refreshments and a finisher medal.

Tackle the Ilam Three Peaks fell race on Sun 13 Sep 2026 in the Peak District, a punchy 6.4 km route with 520 m of climb across classic fell terrain. Pre entry required, so book early for this steep, scenic challenge.

A 10 km trail race in Sandridge, St Albans on 13 September 2026, starting and finishing at Sandridge Primary School playing field. Organizers publish route information and FAQs, and the event is supported by Sandridge Parish Council.

TrailFest at Holdenby House offers four traffic free trail distances inside a private estate, with routes on farm tracks, field edges and through a small wood, plus rolling hills and open countryside views.

A hilly, chip timed trail race in the Colne Valley on 13 September 2026 covering roughly 6.0 miles with about 300 m of climb. The marshalled and waymarked route finishes at Zapato Brewery and offers mainly trail surfaces.

Experience an annual fun run at Barton Abbey in Oxfordshire featuring 10k and 5k courses on undulating terrain. Join several race distances or a flexible family fun run to support the maintenance of Steeple Barton Church.

A multi terrain 10 km run and Canicross near Wallingford on September 13th 2026 with chip timing, a medal, a pint cup and a free drink at the campsite finish. The course is mostly off road and supports Thames Valley Air Ambulance.

Teddy Bear Run in Aston Park, Birmingham brings families together for 2.5K or 5K courses, a finisher teddy, and a teddy bears picnic. Participants are invited to fundraise for Birmingham Children’s Hospital with a suggested minimum of £10.

A looped trail event in Hitchin on a 5 km course where participants have seven hours to complete as many laps as they wish. The weekend includes a Mini Mile for children, an event village, aid station, medals and post event massage.

A multi distance walking and running event based in Hathersage with routes from 25 km to 100 miles. Teams and qualified solo entrants can self navigate or join led groups with professional Mountain Leaders.

A timed, lap-based event on a flat 5.3 km riverside circuit in Chorlton Water Park offering distances from 5 km up to ultra within a seven hour limit, with an all-day vegetarian aid station and a bespoke finisher's medal.

A 50 mile single-loop ultramarathon in the Chiltern Hills around Goring on Thames, with 5,600 ft of climb, five aid stations, full medical cover and a 13 hour finish cut off. The course is mostly trail and fully marked.