Trail Running calendar near Leicester 2026-2027

A 10 mile off road trail in Stonehouse near Stroud on 1 November 2026, starting with about one mile uphill followed by nine miles of undulating muddy trails. Canicross runners are welcome and there is a 2 hour 30 minute cutoff.

Eight-day race series in Telford offering 8 miles, 16 miles or a 26.2 mile marathon each day. Each day is a separate race with its own medal and Race HQ at The Unicorn Inn in Little Dawley.

Trail races in Hartington, Peak District offering 8.4 km and 16.4 km waymarked routes, local cheese samples and a goodie bag from Hartington Cheese Shop. Participants must be 18 plus and the long course requires mandatory kit.

Shepshed 7 on 1 November 2026 features a measured seven mile, chip timed race through Garendon Park plus a fun run with entries on the day; prizes, a commemorative t shirt for finishers, and limited onsite facilities are provided.

Night and dawn five mile runs in Market Harborough that pass through the 422 m Oxendon Tunnel. Headtorch required, entries are £23 single or £40 for both, and all finishers receive interlinking medals.

Two days of marathon and half marathon races around Caldecotte Lake in Milton Keynes on 6 and 7 November 2026, with multi-lap clockwise courses, on-course water and toilets, enforced time limits, and bespoke finisher medals.

Night trail running at Stonor Park on 7 November 2026 with three marked routes of 7 km, 13 km and 17 km across Chiltern Hills estate trails. Runners should carry a head torch, bring a refillable cup and note one outpost on the middle and lo..

Experience a scenic trail run through the Bedfordshire countryside starting from Leighton Buzzard. Choose between a classic half marathon or a metric distance featuring canal towpaths, woods, and rolling hills.

A cross country run and walk of about 16 miles through the Leicestershire Wolds on 7 November 2026, starting from Seagrave War Memorial Hall. Food and drink stops are provided and proceeds are donated to local charities.

Trail running at Stonor Park in the Chilterns with three route choices of 22 km, 13 km and 7 km. Expect well marked woodland trails, steep climbs, possible wildlife sightings and outposts on the longer courses.

A flat Fens Way event from Cambridge toward Ely and Kings Lynn offering a marathon, 50 mile ultra, relays and a 100 mile option, with GPS tracking, generous cutoffs and on-course support.

A 25-mile White Peak circuit from Biggin Village Hall visiting six dales and several villages, with three checkpoints offering snacks and drinks and a meal at the finish. Entry is limited to 200 and entries run 1 August to 3 November 2026.

Tackle a classic Peak District fell race around the Roaches and Shutlingsloe: 15 miles with over 1100 m of climbing across rugged, scenic terrain. On the day entry is available for £15 and includes a hot meal, perfect for adventurous runner..

Join Leg It Round Lathkil on 8 November 2026 for a scenic 11.5 km fell race in the Peak District with 290 m of climb from Lathkil Hotel near Bakewell. Entry on the day and all proceeds go to Children in Need; wash shoes for biosecurity.

Trail races at Rother Valley Country Park near Sheffield offering 5km, 10km and a Half Marathon on lakeside and woodland trails. Live chip timing, bespoke finisher medal, merchandise and a post race snack and drink provided.

A 10 km night off-road race at Wyre Forest Visitor Centre on 11 November 2026. Torches are compulsory and canicross is permitted; medals and prizes are awarded and a self-service water refill is provided.

A three day, 84 mile (135 km) ultramarathon along the Ridgeway from Buckinghamshire to Wiltshire with two overnight stops in Watlington and Didcot. Organised by XNRG Druids, it offers full packages with accommodation and single day entry op..

Timed laps on a 5.3 km riverside course at Chorlton Water Park, with a seven hour limit and a Lucky Dip of classic Phoenix medals.

A 50 mile race of five 10 mile loops wholly within Wendover Woods, featuring 10,000 feet of climb, nine well stocked aid stations and marked trails. The event is supported by race medics, has a 15 hour cut off and requires marathon qualific..

A 40 mile trail ultramarathon starting and finishing in Lymm that circumnavigates Warrington on tracks, paths and lanes. The 2026 race is on 14 November with solo, pair and four person relay entry options.