Trail Running calendar near Leicester 2025-2026

Run a scenic Half Marathon from Wolverhampton to Brindley Place along canal towpaths and through a 360 m tunnel on a flat route. Chip timed waves, early entrants may get personalised bibs, finishers receive a medal, T shirt and goody bag.

Run the Peak District Ultra from a Bakewell basecamp on a scenic figure of eight route around Derbyshire, offering distances from 10 miles to 100 km and views of Chatsworth House. Camping, onsite hospitality and aid stops support all abilit..

July the Turd invites runners to tackle scenic laps around Ironbridge valley in Shropshire, with 8 mile, 16 mile and marathon options. Start and finish at The Unicorn Inn for a friendly pub atmosphere and a well earned finisher item.

Tackle a classic Peak District fell race from Warslow Village Hall: 10 km with 675 m of climb across moorland and steep trails. Expect challenging ascents, sweeping views and a friendly village atmosphere.

Fen Gallop 2026 is a scenic running event held in Willingham, Cambridgeshire, featuring flat, multi-terrain courses along country roads, footpaths, and bridleways. Participants can choose between a 10K race or a shorter 4-mile option, both..

Run the scenic Chiltern Ridge Half Marathon along the ancient Ridgeway on 5 July 2026. Expect 21.1 km of chalk trail with rolling climbs, great support, and a friendly field limited to 350 runners.

Join the Bishop's Stortford Mitre 10k, 5k and 1K on 5 July for traffic free village running in East Hertfordshire to support new school sports facilities. Enjoy chip timed races, a free kids 1K and a finisher T shirt or tree planting option..

Join the community spirit of the Great Hucklow Fell Race in the Peak District, a testing 10 km route with 335 m of ascent across moorland, fields and steep climbs. Finish at the village school for free flapjacks and warm local hospitality.

Enjoy the Lyme Half Marathon around Lyme Hall, on scenic Peak District trails past Kerridge Ridge and White Nancy before finishing by the Macclesfield Canal. Entry includes parking and park access, and you can choose a medal or tree plantin..

Run summer trails through woodland and hills at the Cannock Chase Forest Half Marathon and 10k on 5 July 2026. Enjoy stunning scenery, bespoke medals, free photos and parking, with routes suited to beginners and seasoned athletes.

Join Race 3 of the Jane Tomlinson Canal Race Series on 7 July in Methley, Leeds for a flat 5 km towpath run raising funds for the Jane Tomlinson Appeal. The final meeting adds a 1.5 mile fun run, medals for everyone and a lively post race B..

The Black Rocks Fell Race on 8 July 2026 is a scenic 9.9 km run with 250 m of climb, featuring a mid race ascent past the dramatic Black Rocks. Mostly on good trails, it starts and finishes at Cromford Meadows for a lively local challenge.

Take on the Stiperstones Fell Race in Snailbeach on Wed 8 Jul 2026, a rugged 6.7 km course with about 375 m of climb across classic Shropshire ridgelines. Pre entry is £7 or pay £10 on the day, with junior races available.

Challenging evening fell race around Thurlstone with a single 4.2 mile lap and about 500 ft of ascent. Friendly club organised event with a modest entry, 150 runner limit and prizes including bonuses for course records.

Take on the MTC Severn Path Ultra on 10 July 2026, a point to point 59 to 60 miles along the River Severn from Shrewsbury to Worcester. Expect varied terrain, limited signage, mandatory kit and a bespoke finisher medal and visor.

Enjoy a scenic 10K at Coombe Abbey Park, two laps through woodland and meadows with varied underfoot terrain and gentle undulations. All finishers get a medal or opt for a Tree Token to have a tree planted and receive wildflower seeds.

Tackle a 57 mile point to point ultramarathon following the scenic River Severn from Worcester to Stonehouse on 11 July 2026. Mostly flat terrain with checkpoint support and GPX navigation recommended for overgrown sections.

Take on the Black Mountains from Longtown Hall on 11 July 2026 with self navigated trail options from 13 to 50 mile, chip timing and checkpoints. Camping, food, trackers and medical and physio support ensure a safe, well catered weekend.

Event overview Sithee at Slawit Again is a trail running event organised by Its Grim Up North Running in Slaithwaite, Huddersfield. The race starts and finishes on the canal near the village and is licensed by the Trail Running Association...

Run the iconic Ridgeway at Race to the Stones with 100 km non stop, 100 km over two days or a 50 km option. Take in ancient landmarks like the Uffington White Horse and finish beneath Avebury Standing Stones with full pitstops and support.